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BTECH Announces the Launch of the Nagoya NA-771C: The Ultimate Long-Whip Antenna for Commercial Radio Users

Friday, December 5, 2025 ARLINGTON, SD – BTECH, the official North American distributor of Nagoya antennas, today announced the release of the Nagoya NA-771C, a high-performance dual-band antenna optimized for commercial frequencies. This new model extends the proven design of the popular NA-771 to professional users, offering enhanced range and reliability for MURS, business, public safety, and government communications. Building on the success of the NA-771, which provides superior reach over the compact NA-701 in amateur bands, the NA-771C delivers a...

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Nagoya Announces the NMO-HD Series Base and Bull-bar Mount Antennas

Thursday, August 22, 2024 Introducing the Nagoya NMO-HD Series: Precision-Tuned Antennas for Every Application BTECH is thrilled to unveil the Nagoya NMO-HD Series, a groundbreaking collection of high-performance antennas meticulously engineered to address the diverse demands of today’s communication landscape. These antennas represent innovation and are crafted to deliver unparalleled performance, durability, and versatility across various radio applications. Whether you are a professional engaged in critical commercial operations, an amateur radio enthusiast pursuing your passion, or a dedicated GMRS user seeking robust...

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Comprehensive Guide to Nagoya Antennas: Compare Handheld & Mobile Options

Choosing the right antenna for your handheld or mobile radio can significantly enhance your communication experience. That's why we at BTECH are excited to offer comprehensive comparison charts for Nagoya's range of antennas, ensuring that you find the perfect match for your needs. Handheld Antennas: Tailored for On-the-Go Communication Our selection of Nagoya handheld antennas includes models designed for various users, from amateur hobbyists to professional GMRS users. The comparison chart provides an easy-to-read overview, listing everything from frequency ranges and gain...

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Enhancing Your Handheld Radio’s Performance with a “Rat Tail” Antenna Mod

In the world of amateur radio, the "rubber duck" antennas that come standard with most handheld transceivers are a frequent subject of debate. This concern is so prevalent that it's addressed in the Technician Class exam, where question T9A04 asks about the primary disadvantage of "rubber duck" antennas compared to full-sized quarter-wave antennas. The straightforward answer is their relative inefficiency in transmitting and receiving signals. For radio enthusiasts seeking to enhance their handheld radio's performance, the typical route involves upgrading the...

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Introducing the Nagoya NA-F30 and Nagoya NA-F30G Tactical Foldable Whip Antennas for Enhanced Radio Communication

Monday, April 3, 2023 BTECH and Nagoya are proud to announce the launch of two new high-performance antennas for GMRS and amateur radio enthusiasts: the Nagoya NA-F30G 30-Inch Tactical Foldable Whip GMRS Antenna and the Nagoya NA-F30 30-Inch Tactical Foldable Whip Amateur Antenna. Both antennas are designed with SMA-Female connectors, making them compatible with popular BTECH and BaoFeng radios. Improved Signal Strength and Reception The Nagoya NA-F30G is specifically engineered for GMRS radio users, featuring a loading coil tuned to 155/465MHz for optimal...

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BTECH UV-5X3 Handheld Tribander Released

ARLINGTON, SOUTH DAKOTA - FRIDAY, 19 AUGUST 2016 An Affordable Tribander HT Available Today! BaoFeng Tech announced today the release of the BTECH UV-5X3 (https://baofengtech.com/uv-5x3). The UV-5X3 is more than just a "UV-5R with a third-band added"; the UV-5X3 is a full overhaul to the world's favorite amateur radio - the BaoFeng UV-5R. Our Most Customizable Handheld Radio First and foremost, the UV-5X3 was built by adding filtering and support for the 220MHz Amateur band. The original UV-5R was a 4-watt dual-band...

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BTECH UV-50X3 Mobile Tribander Released

ARLINGTON, SOUTH DAKOTA - WEDNESDAY, 13 JULY 2016 A Full Duplex 50 Watt Tri-Band Radio from BTECH is Released BaoFeng Tech announced today the release of the BTECH UV-50X3 (https://baofengtech.com/uv-50x3), the first available full duplex, tri-band radio with an extended receiver range. The UV-50X3 combines some of the most requested features into one complete radio making it the perfect radio for both base and mobile users alike. The UV-50X3 was subjected to some of the harshest environments during its evolution - including sub-zero...

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