--- product_id: 22901346 title: "UT-72" brand: "btech" price: "£53.22" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Btech" url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/22901346-ut-72 store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # Super loading coil for enhanced UHF/VHF range 20-inch stainless steel antenna Heavy-duty rare earth magnet base UT-72 **Brand:** btech **Price:** £53.22 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 📶 Elevate your signal game with the Nagoya UT-72 — Stay connected, stay ahead! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** UT-72 by btech - **How much does it cost?** £53.22 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/22901346-ut-72) ## Best For - btech enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted btech brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Trusted USA Support:** Engineered by BTECH with real US warranty and dedicated customer service for peace of mind. - • **Superior Signal Boost:** Super loading coil design dramatically improves UHF/VHF reception and extends communication range. - • **Weatherproof & Rugged:** Built tough with a rubber-coated magnet base to withstand all conditions and protect your vehicle’s finish. - • **Effortless Installation:** Magnetic mount sticks securely to any metal surface—perfect for mobile or handheld radios. - • **Complete Ready-to-Go Kit:** Includes antenna, magnetic mount, SMA adapter & heavy-duty cable for instant setup. ## Overview The Nagoya UT-72 is a 20-inch stainless steel VHF/UHF antenna featuring a super loading coil for enhanced range and clarity. It comes as a comprehensive kit with a heavy-duty magnetic mount, SMA adapter, and durable cable, designed for quick installation on vehicles or handheld radios. Weatherproof and rugged, its rare earth magnet base ensures a secure fit while protecting your car’s finish. Engineered by BTECH in the USA, it offers reliable performance backed by local support and warranty. ## Description desertcart.com: Authentic Genuine Nagoya UT-72 Super Loading Coil 20-Inch Magnetic Mount (Heavy Duty) VHF/UHF (144/430Mhz) Antenna PL-259, Includes Additional SMA Adaptor for BTECH and BaoFeng Handheld Radios : Industrial & Scientific Review: Multiple Nagoya products: RB-50 and UT-72 - desertcart clumps all these Nagoya reviews together, in spite of covering different products. I happen to own a couple of them. This first bit is in regard to the RB-50 NMO magnet mount: This thing is enormous. The 5" magnet really wants to stay in place. I use it with a half-wave VHF radiator that has a thick loading coil at the base, and it works beautifully, The bottom of the magnet has a heavy rubber rig around the lip, and a felt-like pad in the center to protect your car's finish. Honestly, I'd prefer an all-rubber coating, since I leave it on my car in all weather. I'll see how it holds up. I park indoors, so I'm not too worried about the felt. The mount includes a threaded rain cap, but if you're concerned with moisture, why not remove the entire mount and toss it in the car? The attached cable is slightly longer than the UT-72's, but not long enough to be annoyingly lossy. I find the extra couple of feet useful. The following is in regards to the UT-72 antenna: I own two of these antennas. The original was intended to live atop my Subaru Crosstrek, but I had such a positive experience initially testing it with my base rig, that I opted to leave it there and order another for the car. My home station is based in a small office, in a rental apartment with no balcony. My antenna options are thus _very_ limited; use a UT-72 and some DIY Yagis for VHF and UHF ops, and a random-wire/balun/choke for HF and shortwave listening. Everything is set up indoors. With some luck, I'll eventually work out a safe and discreet means of getting the random-wire out a window. I digress. The UT-72 requires a good ground plane, as mag mounts do. The more conductive surface area underneath the base, the lower SWR and better performance you'll get. My indoor unit is stuck to a large window A/C (of course my landlord has the compressors mounted entirely in our apartments, leaving nothing outside to work with), and my mobile unit is centered behind the sunroof. If you just need a temporary hack, sticking the magnet to an overturned cookie sheet is better than nothing. Mounted as intended, the SWR lives up to vendor claims. I'd be happy to take measurements for a particular frequency/frequencies and post photos of my meter. You can reach me at the address in my profile. In terms of workmanship, this is a rugged antenna. The base is huge—there's no way it's going anywhere at highway speed—and coated with a heavy layer of protective rubber. The thick coil at the base does double-duty, improving broadband coverage and acting as a protective spring. I take every precaution driving places with a low overhead clearance, but I'm confident in the UT-72s ability to flex upon bumping into things, without sustaining damage. The included cable is long enough to run back through my tailgate and up to my mobile rig, and the SO-239 to SMA-F adapter is a nice bonus that facilitates connection to the majority of HTs. If you're shopping for a magmount, I highly recommend this antenna. 73 Review: Superb Antenna! - Amazing antenna! I'm using it with a Baofeng BF-F8HP Pro and other stations report strong signal. I have no problems hitting VHF and UHF repeaters within range. Very solid base with really nice rubber foot to protect paint. ## Features - Comprehensive Kit: The Nagoya UT-72 comes as a complete package, equipped with the antenna, a robust magnetic base, an SMA adapter, and a heavy-duty cable. This all-inclusive kit ensures that you have everything you need for a quick and hassle-free setup for handheld and mobile radios right out of the box. - Weatherproof Design with Strong Magnet Base: Built to withstand diverse weather conditions, the UT-72 is weatherproof, ensuring reliable performance regardless of the environment. The base of the antenna incorporates a strong rare earth magnet, providing a secure and stable mount on any suitable metal surface, ideal for vehicle installations. - Enhanced UHF Reception with Super Loading Coil: The UT-72 boasts a super loading coil, characterized by a tightly wrapped design. This innovative feature significantly enhances UHF reception and extends the range, offering clearer communication over longer distances, especially in the UHF spectrum. - User-Friendly and Effective: Designed for ease of installation, the UT-72 is omni-directional and requires a metal ground plane for optimal performance. Measuring 20 inches, it strikes a balance between size and functionality. The antenna itself is made from stainless steel, ensuring durability and longevity, making it a reliable choice for both amateur radio enthusiasts and professionals alike. - BTECH is proud to be in the USA, which allows you to have the best available local support for any issue that may arise. BTECH only engineers and develops radio products. That brand focus allows you to have the best available radios and accessories with the most features, with real USA warranty and support. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B016SIJX28 | | Antenna | Radio | | AntennaDescription | Radio | | Best Sellers Rank | #13 in Two-Way Radio Antennas | | Brand | BTECH | | Color | Black | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 4,430 Reviews | | Impedance | 50 ohm | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 3.5"L x 3.5"W x 20"H | | Item Weight | 14 ounces | | Manufacturer | BTECH | | Maximum Range | 100 meters | | Mfr Part Number | Nagoya UT-72 | | Model Number | Nagoya UT-72 | | Number of Channels | 6 | | Number of Items | 2 | | Number of Packs | 1 | | UPC | 685256254904 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | ## Product Details - **Antenna:** Radio - **Brand:** BTECH - **Color:** Black - **Impedance:** 50 ohm - **Manufacturer:** BTECH - **Maximum Range:** 100 meters - **Number of Channels:** 6 - **Number of Packs:** 1 - **Product Dimensions:** 3.5"L x 3.5"W x 20"H - **UPC:** 685256254904 ## Images ![UT-72 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61I7QxcOYxL.jpg) ![UT-72 - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71HSXlYrrKL.jpg) ![UT-72 - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81L-uoeCiAL.jpg) ![UT-72 - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81EbI++Gv0L.jpg) ![UT-72 - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81hRyhGlkfL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Multiple Nagoya products: RB-50 and UT-72 *by L***K on February 11, 2017* Amazon clumps all these Nagoya reviews together, in spite of covering different products. I happen to own a couple of them. This first bit is in regard to the RB-50 NMO magnet mount: This thing is enormous. The 5" magnet really wants to stay in place. I use it with a half-wave VHF radiator that has a thick loading coil at the base, and it works beautifully, The bottom of the magnet has a heavy rubber rig around the lip, and a felt-like pad in the center to protect your car's finish. Honestly, I'd prefer an all-rubber coating, since I leave it on my car in all weather. I'll see how it holds up. I park indoors, so I'm not too worried about the felt. The mount includes a threaded rain cap, but if you're concerned with moisture, why not remove the entire mount and toss it in the car? The attached cable is slightly longer than the UT-72's, but not long enough to be annoyingly lossy. I find the extra couple of feet useful. The following is in regards to the UT-72 antenna: I own two of these antennas. The original was intended to live atop my Subaru Crosstrek, but I had such a positive experience initially testing it with my base rig, that I opted to leave it there and order another for the car. My home station is based in a small office, in a rental apartment with no balcony. My antenna options are thus _very_ limited; use a UT-72 and some DIY Yagis for VHF and UHF ops, and a random-wire/balun/choke for HF and shortwave listening. Everything is set up indoors. With some luck, I'll eventually work out a safe and discreet means of getting the random-wire out a window. I digress. The UT-72 requires a good ground plane, as mag mounts do. The more conductive surface area underneath the base, the lower SWR and better performance you'll get. My indoor unit is stuck to a large window A/C (of course my landlord has the compressors mounted entirely in our apartments, leaving nothing outside to work with), and my mobile unit is centered behind the sunroof. If you just need a temporary hack, sticking the magnet to an overturned cookie sheet is better than nothing. Mounted as intended, the SWR lives up to vendor claims. I'd be happy to take measurements for a particular frequency/frequencies and post photos of my meter. You can reach me at the address in my profile. In terms of workmanship, this is a rugged antenna. The base is huge—there's no way it's going anywhere at highway speed—and coated with a heavy layer of protective rubber. The thick coil at the base does double-duty, improving broadband coverage and acting as a protective spring. I take every precaution driving places with a low overhead clearance, but I'm confident in the UT-72s ability to flex upon bumping into things, without sustaining damage. The included cable is long enough to run back through my tailgate and up to my mobile rig, and the SO-239 to SMA-F adapter is a nice bonus that facilitates connection to the majority of HTs. If you're shopping for a magmount, I highly recommend this antenna. 73 ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Superb Antenna! *by F***T on May 15, 2026* Amazing antenna! I'm using it with a Baofeng BF-F8HP Pro and other stations report strong signal. I have no problems hitting VHF and UHF repeaters within range. Very solid base with really nice rubber foot to protect paint. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ UT-72 Super Loading Coil antenna *by E***N on July 30, 2016* I used this to get better reception for my Baofeng UV-5R5 in my Toyota 4Runner. It's great for receive, and ok for transmit too. Repeater operation: I was able to hit couple repeaters about 10-15 miles away, and my contacts both said my audio signal sounded good enough. However I don't know how well the antenna is able to handle propagation issues. Simplex Operation: I only had about 3-5w of Tx power with the little Baofeng HT so every time I tried calling a CQ on 146.52 I got nothing, but also heard nothing either. However with larger antenna I use (Comet CA 2x4SR), I pull in all kinds of 2 Meter simplex chatter regularly, that I never heard ever using the UT-72. Construction: The mag-mount is strong. Granted it doesn't have to hold up a lot of weight though. I was doing 80-90 down the highway and it stayed up there fine! The antenna screws onto the magnet, and should probably be tightened down with a pair of pliers. There is a hex portion below the coil so you can get a good grip with pliers. Be careful if you do this because the antenna's paint will easily chip off, and shavings of metal will fall off too. In conclusion, I think you get what you pay for. It's good for it's price, and will do simple tasks. But I would ultimately upgrade your antenna to something else in the future. Overall, I've been very satisfied with the UT-72! ## Frequently Bought Together - Authentic Genuine Nagoya UT-72 Super Loading Coil 20-Inch Magnetic Mount (Heavy Duty) VHF/UHF (144/430Mhz) Antenna PL-259, includes additional SMA Adaptor for BTECH and BaoFeng Handheld Radios - BTECH UV-25X2 (Second Gen.) 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