GME AE4017K2 UHF Elevated Feed Ant/Spring, BLK 6.6dBi
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GME AE4017K2 UHF Elevated Feed Ant/Spring, BLK 6.6dBi

SKU: AE4017K2
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$172
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Product features

860mm Elevated-Feed UHF CB Antenna with Polished Stainless Spring Ground Independent, Black, 6.6 dBi. Not for Diesel 4WD Vehicles.

Product Overview

The GME AE4017K2 is the spring-equipped version of the elevated-feed UHF CB (477 MHz) antenna kit essentially the AE4017K1 with the addition of a parallel electro-polished stainless steel spring positioned below the ABL002 elevated-feed base for greater durability. The spring allows the antenna to absorb vibration and flex on impact rather than transmitting stress directly to the mounting point or base.

At 860mm total length (vs 780mm for the AE4017K1), the additional spring component adds to the overall antenna height.

The whip diameter on the AE4017K2 is 2.5mm (vs 3.5mm on the AE4017K1) slightly thinner and more flexible, which may relate to the spring's vibration absorption role in the overall system.

Important: Not recommended for installation on diesel 4WD vehicles.

Features & Benefits

  • Parallel electro-polished stainless steel spring — sits below the ABL002 elevated-feed base; absorbs vibration and deflects on impact to protect the mounting and base from stress
  • 860mm total length — the spring adds height compared to the AE4017K1 (780mm)
  • 2.5mm stainless steel coil whip — slightly thinner and more flexible than the AE4017K1's 3.5mm whip
  • Ground-independent elevated-feed design — ABL002 base provides ground independence without requiring a steel vehicle body
  • Not recommended for diesel 4WD vehicles — electromagnetic interference risk from diesel injection systems near the engine bay
  • 6.6 dBi gain (4.5 dBd) — mid-high gain suitable for 4WD and rural UHF CB use

Technical Specs

Specification Detail
Brand GME
Part number AE4017K2
Product type UHF CB elevated-feed antenna kit with spring
Length 860mm total
Gain 6.6 dBi (4.5 dBd)
Whip 2.5mm stainless steel coil whip
Spring Parallel electro-polished stainless steel
Design Ground independent
Base ABL002 elevated-feed base
Diesel restriction Not recommended on diesel 4WD vehicles
Full kit contents Confirm with GME
Weight Not specified

Compatible With / Goes Well With

  • Bull bar, gutter, and fender mounting on non-diesel vehicles
  • Fibreglass, aluminium, and steel vehicle bodies (ground-independent)
  • GME UHF CB radios — confirm connector type with GME

Weight

Not specified

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the AE4017K2 differ from the AE4017K1?

The AE4017K1 is the base-only elevated-feed kit — ABL002 + AE4017 whip, 780mm total. The AE4017K2 adds a parallel electro-polished stainless steel spring below the ABL002 base for greater durability, bringing the total length to 860mm. The AE4017K2 also uses a thinner 2.5mm whip compared to the AE4017K1's 3.5mm. Choose the K2 for installations where vibration and impact protection is a priority.

What does the parallel stainless spring add to this kit?

The spring sits between the mounting surface and the ABL002 elevated-feed base, acting as a mechanical shock absorber and deflection point. When the antenna contacts a branch, gate, or overhead obstacle, the spring allows the antenna to flex and return to the upright position rather than transmitting the impact force directly to the mount, base, or vehicle surface. This is the same function as the AS001 spring in the AE4012K2 kit.

What is "electro-polished" stainless steel?

Electro-polishing is an electrochemical process that removes a fine layer of surface material from stainless steel, leaving a smoother, more reflective surface. For outdoor applications, the smoother surface is more resistant to corrosion initiation — micro-pits and surface imperfections that trap moisture and cause rust spots are removed. An electro-polished spring has a more durable surface finish for long-term outdoor and marine use.

Why is the whip 2.5mm on the K2 but 3.5mm on the K1?

The thinner 2.5mm whip on the AE4017K2 is more flexible, which complements the spring's shock-absorbing role in the system. Where the spring handles larger deflections, the thinner whip handles higher-frequency vibration from engine, road, and terrain sources. The two components together provide a more mechanically forgiving antenna system for off-road use.

What is included in the AE4017K2 kit?

The source description confirms the parallel stainless spring, ABL002 elevated-feed base, and the AE4017 stainless coil whip are included. Full kit contents (including any FME-to-PL259 adaptor or coaxial cable specification) are not fully confirmed — confirm with GME before purchasing.