Does it need tuning out of the box?

Owners commonly report good SWR without tuning. Check SWR with a meter after mounting, since results depend on where you place it on the vehicle.

Will it work with a Midland CB radio?

Yes. Buyers report it working with both Cobra and Midland CB radios. Any 26-30 MHz CB radio with a standard antenna connector will work.

How long is the coax?

The braided coaxial cable runs about 15 feet, or 15 feet 9 inches end to end. That is enough to route from a roof or trunk mount to a radio under the dash in most vehicles.

Can I move it between vehicles?

Yes. The magnetic base lets you lift it off one vehicle and set it on another. Clean the roof surface first, and check the mount at highway speed.

How much power can it handle?

Up to 300 watts. That covers stock CB radios and most amplifiers used with them.

The antenna with its magnetic base and attached coaxial cable. A CB radio and the connector for your radio are not included.

Where is the Cobra - 42-inch Magnet Mount CB Antenna - Black cheapest?

At Improvemint Financial, for $64.94, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Cobra - 42-inch Magnet Mount CB Antenna - Black?

Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 4 ratings. Buyers like: Strong mounting magnet holds well at speed; Coax cord about 15 ft long; Excellent SWR readings out of the box, no tuning needed. Common complaints: Screw holding the whip came loose while moving and the whip flew off; no replacement parts found; Magnet not very strong and may come off the roof at highway speeds.

Cobra 42-inch Magnet Mount CB Antenna Price History: Lowest $64.94

What reviewers say

Owners mostly like the signal quality and the easy magnetic mounting, and several report clean SWR without tuning. Complaints center on the whip coming loose and the magnet letting go at speed.

What people mention

Signal and SWRPraisedOwners report good SWR readings without tuning and solid transmit and receive.
Magnet strengthMixedMany say the magnet holds well at speed, but some had it come off the roof on the highway.
Whip attachmentCriticisedThe screw holding the whip can loosen in motion, and at least one owner lost the whip.
SizeMixedThe 42-inch height gives range but surprised some buyers and did not fit every truck.
Coax lengthPraisedThe roughly 15-foot braided cable reaches a cab-mounted radio in most vehicles.
Replacement partsCriticisedBuyers who lost the whip could not find replacement parts.

From Improvemint Financial

42-inch magnet-mount CB antenna for SUVs and other vehicles
Weather channel capability to intercept important information
Magnetic design allows easy transfer between vehicles
300W maximum wattage
Scratch-resistant base for lasting performance
16-foot braided coaxial cable enables long-distance applications

Materials: Stainless steel
Fit: Universal compatibility
Guarantee: Limited lifetime warranty on parts
Returns: Returns handled through Improvemint Financial, not at a Best Buy store
Shipping: Most orders ship within a few business days; tracking available in your account and often by email

About the Cobra - 42-inch Magnet Mount CB Antenna - Black

This 42-inch magnet-mount CB antenna from Cobra is made for SUVs and other vehicles. It has weather channel capability, so you can receive weather information.

The magnetic base lets you move the antenna from one vehicle to another. The base is scratch-resistant. The whip is black stainless steel. A braided coaxial cable connects the antenna and supports long-distance use.

The antenna handles up to 300 watts.

Antenna length: 42 in
Overall height: 43 in
Whip length: 37.5 in
Mast length: 5 in
Base diameter: 3.979 in
Base height: 1.651 in
Frequency range: 26-30 MHz
Power handling: Up to 300 watts
Whip material: Black stainless steel
Mounting: Magnet mount with scratch-resistant base
Cable: Braided coaxial, 15 ft 9 in
Weight: 26.2 oz
Compatibility: Universal; for SUVs and other vehicles
Extras: Weather channel capability

What buyers say

Buyers like

Strong mounting magnet holds well at speed
Coax cord about 15 ft long
Excellent SWR readings out of the box, no tuning needed
Works well with Cobra and Midland CB radios
Receives and transmits well

Buyers complain about

Screw holding the whip came loose while moving and the whip flew off; no replacement parts found
Magnet not very strong and may come off the roof at highway speeds
Antenna is much larger than expected and could not connect to the truck