GME AE346H 27MHz Ground Independent Antenna

GME AE346H 1800mm 27MHz Marine CB Antenna Ground Independent

An Australian made 1800mm 27MHz CB variant in GME's AE346 series of ground-independent marine antennas, the AE346H suits fibreglass, GRP, and aluminium vessels with a complete FME kit including antenna assembly, base and lead, 5m coaxial cable, and quick-fit plug and socket.

Product overview

The GME AE346H is the 27MHz CB variant in GME's AE346 series of pre-tuned, high-performance 1800mm ground-independent marine antennas. Designed and manufactured in Australia specifically for marine environments, the AE346H does not require a metal hull or ground plane, making it suitable for fibreglass, GRP, and aluminium vessels.

The AE346 series is specifically designed for multi-band vessel installations. All variants are matched in appearance, with a colour-coded badge on both the whip and base for quick identification of each radio band. The AE346H, 27MHz CB, can be installed alongside the AE346B, AM/FM, and other AE346 variants for a cohesive, matched-appearance multi-band antenna system.

The kit includes the antenna assembly, base and lead, 5m coaxial cable, and quick-fit FME plug and socket.

Features and benefits

1800mm 27MHz marine CB antenna: A 1.8m ground-independent antenna optimised for maximum 27MHz CB communication range.

Ground-independent design: No metal hull required, suitable for fibreglass, GRP, and aluminium vessels.

AE346 series matched appearance: Colour-matched in appearance with other AE346 variants for a professional multi-band antenna installation.

Colour-coded whip and base badge: A colour match badge on both whip and base for quick identification of the relevant radio band on vessels with multiple antennas.

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

Adjustable whip angle: Accommodates varying vessel mounting requirements, stowage, and transportation.

Removable colour-coded whip: Can be removed for storage, transport, or bridge clearance.

Australian Made: Designed and manufactured in Australia by GME.

FME quick-fit connector: Included for tool-free connection and disconnection.

5m coaxial cable included: A complete kit with antenna assembly, base, lead, cable, and FME connector.

Technical specs

Compatible with

The AE346H is compatible with GME 27MHz CB radios, fibreglass, aluminium, and GRP vessel hulls due to its ground-independent design, the AE346B AM/FM antenna for a matched-appearance multi-band antenna installation, and GME's marine FME accessory range.

Frequently asked questions

What is the AE346 series and which variants are available?
The AE346 series is GME's range of matched-appearance 1800mm ground-independent marine antennas for multi-band vessel installations. All variants share the same length of 1.8m, construction style, UV-stabilised materials, adjustable whip angle, and removable whip design, and are matched in appearance so they look cohesive when installed together. Variants include the AE346B for AM/FM broadcast and AE346H for 27MHz CB. A VHF and other variants may also be available. Contact us to confirm the full series.

How does the AE346H compare to the AE346B?
The AE346H and AE346B share identical construction, length of 1800mm, ground-independent design, UV-stabilised materials, adjustable whip angle, removable whip, and the same kit contents including antenna assembly, base and lead, 5m coax, and FME connector. The only difference is frequency, with the AE346H for 27MHz CB and the AE346B for AM/FM broadcast. Both are designed to be installed together as part of a matched multi-band antenna system.

Why is a ground-independent antenna important for 27MHz CB on a marine vessel?
Most recreational marine vessels, particularly sailing yachts and fibreglass powerboats, use fibreglass or GRP hull construction. A ground-dependent 27MHz antenna requires a metal hull or grounded metal surface to form the antenna ground plane. Without this, performance is significantly degraded. The AE346H's ground-independent design generates its own counterpoise, allowing it to perform correctly on fibreglass and non-metallic vessels.

What does the colour match badge system do on the AE346H?
On vessels with multiple antennas, it can be difficult to identify which antenna connects to which radio at a glance. The AE346 series includes a colour-coded badge on both the whip and the base, with each frequency variant having its own colour. This allows crew to quickly identify the 27MHz CB antenna, the AM/FM antenna, and other band variants without having to trace cable runs.

Is the AE346H a complete installation kit?
Yes. The AE346H includes the antenna assembly, base and lead, 5m coaxial cable, and FME quick-fit plug and socket. A 27MHz CB radio is not included. If the radio uses a non-FME input, a GME AD5xx adaptor may be required to bridge the connector types.