GME AE4018BK1 970mm Elevated-feed Antenna (6.6dbi Gain) - Black

GME AE4018BK1 970mm Black Elevated-Feed UHF CB Antenna Kit with Barrel Spring

A complete elevated-feed UHF CB 477MHz antenna kit from GME, the AE4018BK1 combines the AE4018B fibreglass black heat shrink whip with a barrel-style black stainless steel spring and a pre-terminated FME connector, delivering ground-independent performance at 970mm total length.

Product overview

The GME AE4018BK1 is a 970mm black elevated-feed UHF CB 477MHz antenna kit, part of GME's elevated-feed range that provides ground-independent performance in virtually any mounting position. It combines the AE4018B fibreglass black heat shrink whip with an elevated-feed base, a barrel-style black stainless steel spring, and a pre-terminated FME connector.

The elevated-feed design raises the radiating element above the vehicle roof, gutter, or other mounting surfaces to produce a strong omni-directional radiation pattern regardless of mount position, suitable for bull bar, gutter, fender, and non-roof installations without a steel ground plane requirement.

The 6.6dBi fibreglass whip can be replaced with a smaller 2.1dBi whip option for a broader vertical radiation pattern in hilly terrain.

Features and benefits

Fibreglass whip with black heat shrink: The same AE4018B fibreglass and braid copper construction in a full kit.

Heavy duty braid copper element: A vibration-resistant braided copper internal element for long-term durability.

Barrel-style black stainless spring: Positioned below the elevated-feed base, providing vibration absorption and impact deflection.

Ground-independent elevated-feed design: No steel vehicle body required, performing correctly on fibreglass, aluminium, and non-metallic bodies from any mounting position.

Pre-terminated FME connector: The coaxial lead terminates in FME for quick connection to FME-equipped radios or adaptor.

6.6dBi gain: Balanced performance across most terrain types.

6.6dBi whip swappable for 2.1dBi: The whip element can be replaced for a broader vertical radiation angle in hilly terrain.

Popular for 4WDs and fleet vehicles: The elevated-feed design suits non-roof mounting requirements.

Technical specs

Compatible with

The AE4018BK1 is compatible with GME UHF CB radios with FME or PL259 input, fibreglass, aluminium, and steel vehicle bodies due to its ground-independent design, and bull bar, gutter, and fender mounting positions. Confirm adaptor inclusion with us before purchasing.

Frequently asked questions

How does the AE4018BK1 compare to the AE4012K2 and AE4017K2?
All three are elevated-feed 6.6dBi UHF CB kits. The AE4012K2 at 860mm uses a stainless whip with a light duty AS001 spring and includes an AD503 adaptor. The AE4017K2 at 860mm uses a stainless coil whip with a parallel polished spring. The AE4018BK1 at 970mm uses the AE4018B fibreglass and braid copper whip with a barrel-style black stainless spring. The AE4018BK1 is the longer, fibreglass-construction option in the elevated-feed family.

What is the barrel-style spring and how does it differ from the parallel spring?
A barrel spring has a cylindrical body, coiled in a consistent diameter along its length, giving a compact, self-supporting column shape. The parallel spring on the AE4017K2 is a coil spring wound in a parallel constant pitch pattern. Both serve the same shock-absorption and deflection function. The barrel spring's more compact form factor keeps the overall antenna profile narrower where it meets the base, while the parallel spring is typically more compliant over its full length.

Can the 6.6dBi fibreglass whip on the AE4018BK1 be swapped for a 2.1dBi option?
Yes. The available source data confirms the 6.6dBi whip can be replaced with a smaller 2.1dBi option for a broader vertical radiation pattern. This is the same swappable-whip feature as the AE4012K2. A compatible 2.1dBi GME whip such as the AE4001 or AE4002 would be used. Confirm compatibility with us before purchasing.

What connector does the AE4018BK1 kit use to connect to the radio?
The AE4018BK1 uses a pre-terminated FME connector. If the radio uses a PL259/SO239 input rather than FME, an AD503 FME to PL259 adaptor will be required. Contact us to confirm whether the AD503 is included in the kit before purchasing.

Are there any diesel vehicle mounting restrictions for the AE4018BK1?
Unlike the AE4012K2, AE4017K1, and AE4017K2, the available source data for the AE4018BK1 does not carry the diesel vehicle bull bar restriction. However, as a general principle for all elevated-feed stainless whip antennas, caution around diesel engine bays is advisable. Contact us to confirm if your vehicle is diesel.