GME AE312V VHF Ground Dependent Antenna

GME AE312V 450mm VHF Marine Antenna Kit with Quick Fit FME and 5M Coaxial Cable

A complete 450mm VHF marine antenna kit from GME, the AE312V includes the antenna assembly, 5 metres of coaxial cable, a quick fit FME connector, and plug, with UV stabilised construction and a removable colour coded whip.

Product overview

The GME AE312V is a 450mm VHF marine antenna from GME's marine VHF antenna range, engineered for long life and high performance in harsh marine environments. It is the VHF variant in the AE312 kit format, the same antenna assembly, 5m coaxial cable, FME connector, and plug included in the AE312B AM/FM and AE312H 27MHz products, applied to the VHF marine radio frequency band.

All exposed components are UV stabilised, and the whip is removable and colour coded for easy identification on vessels with multiple antenna installations. The AE312V uses a ground dependent design, requiring a ferrous steel mounting surface.

The AE312V is compatible with GME's range of VHF marine radios.

Features and benefits

450mm marine VHF antenna: A compact VHF antenna suited to vessels where a shorter profile is needed.

Ground dependent design: Uses the vessel's metal structure as an electrical ground plane, requiring a steel mounting surface.

UV stabilised materials: All exposed components resist UV degradation for long operational life in marine outdoor environments.

Removable colour coded whip: Can be removed for storage, transport, or bridge clearance, with colour coding to aid identification on multi antenna vessels.

FME connector: A quick fit FME connector for tool free connection, consistent with GME's marine antenna ecosystem.

5m coaxial cable included: Provides routing length for most vessel cable runs.

Compatible with GME VHF radios: Part of GME's marine VHF antenna range designed for GME VHF marine radio systems.

Technical specs

Compatible with

The AE312V is compatible with GME VHF marine radios, marine vessels with steel hull sections for ground plane, and GME ABL01x marine antenna bases which are FME compatible. Confirm specific radio model compatibility with us before purchasing.

Frequently asked questions

How does the AE312V compare to the AE31 VHF antenna?
The AE31 is an 850mm white VHF mast mount antenna, longer for higher gain, mast mounted, and sold as an antenna assembly only with cable and connector not confirmed as included. The AE312V is a 450mm VHF antenna sold as a complete kit including 5m coaxial cable, FME connector, and plug. The AE31 is suited to permanent mast installations where maximum VHF range is the priority, while the AE312V is a more compact option for vessels where a shorter antenna profile is preferred or where a complete FME cable kit is needed.

How does the AE312V fit into the GME AE312 range?
The AE312 series uses a consistent kit format, antenna assembly, 5m coax, FME connector, and plug, across different frequency variants: the AE312B for AM/FM broadcast, the AE312H for 27MHz CB, and the AE312V for VHF marine. The V suffix confirms the VHF marine frequency application.

Why is a shorter 450mm antenna used rather than a longer VHF antenna?
Longer antennas typically provide more gain, since a longer effective radiating element improves range, but come with trade offs in physical profile, wind loading, and clearance requirements. A 450mm antenna is a practical choice for vessels with lower mounting positions, confined spaces, or where the mast position provides sufficient height to compensate for the shorter element length.

Is the AE312V a complete installation kit?
Yes. The AE312V includes the antenna assembly, 5m coaxial cable, FME connector, and plug. A VHF marine radio is not included. If the radio uses a non FME antenna input, a GME AD5xx adaptor may be required.

What does ground dependent mean for a VHF marine antenna?
Ground dependent means the antenna relies on the vessel's metal structure, such as a steel hull, steel deck fitting, or metal mounting surface, as the electrical ground plane. Steel and GRP over steel vessels typically provide an adequate ground plane. Fibreglass or aluminium vessels without a suitable steel mounting surface may require a ground independent elevated feed antenna base.

Warranty: GME covers this product with a one year manufacturer's warranty, on top of your rights under the Australian Consumer Law.