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Call 0345 2300 599The OptiBeam OB4-2WARC is a compact, high-performance 4 element dual-band WARC Yagi covering the 17m and 12m amateur bands.
Designed for operators who want effective directional performance on the popular WARC bands, the OB4-2WARC offers useful gain, good front-to-back performance, and low SWR across both supported bands. With a 3.5m boom length, 4.59m turning radius, and 15kg weight, it is a practical option for fixed-station installations where a manageable but capable WARC beam is required.
The antenna uses a single 50 ohm coax feedline, keeping installation straightforward while providing dedicated performance on 17m and 12m.
Key Features
- 4 element dual-band WARC Yagi
- Covers 17m and 12m
- Designed for the 18MHz and 24MHz amateur bands
- 2 active elements per band
- Single 50 ohm coax feedline
- Useful gain across both supported bands
- Good front-to-back performance
- Low SWR after correct installation and adjustment
- Compact 3.5m boom length
- 4.59m turning radius
- 15kg antenna weight
- Ideal for WARC band DXing
- Suitable for fixed mast or tower installations
Band Performance
| Band | Gain dBd | Gain dBi | Front-to-Back Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17m | 4.3dBd | 11.9dBi | 15dB |
| 12m | 4.6dBd | 12.5dBi | 22dB |
VSWR Performance
| Band | Frequency Points | VSWR |
| 17m | 18.07 / 18.13 / 18.17MHz | 1.4 / 1.1 / 1.2 |
| 12m | 24.89 / 24.94 / 24.99MHz | 1.3 / 1.1 / 1.2 |
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
| Brand | OptiBeam |
| Model | OB4-2WARC |
| Product type | 4 element 2 band WARC Yagi |
| Antenna type | Directional antenna |
| Design | Yagi |
| Supported bands | 17m / 12m |
| Number of elements | 4 |
| Active elements | 2 / 2 |
| Feedline | 1 x 50 ohm coax |
| Maximum element length | 8.52m |
| Boom length | 3.5m |
| Turning radius | 4.59m |
| Wind load at 130km/h | 242N |
| Wind surface area | 0.30 sq m / 3.2 sq ft |
| Weight | 15kg |
Typical Uses
- 17m and 12m WARC band operation
- WARC band DXing
- Fixed-station HF operation
- Compact dual-band beam installations
- Operators wanting dedicated performance on 18MHz and 24MHz
- Permanent mast or tower installations
- Stations needing a manageable WARC beam with single-feedline convenience
Installation Notes
The OB4-2WARC is designed for fixed installation on a suitable mast or tower. Please ensure that your mast, rotator, mounting hardware, and support structure are suitable for the antenna’s size, weight, turning radius, maximum element length, and wind load.
As with any HF Yagi, final performance will depend on installation height, surrounding structures, feedline quality, grounding, and correct assembly.
Important Note
This listing is for the OptiBeam OB4-2WARC antenna only. Mast, rotator, coaxial cable, mounting hardware, and other station accessories are not included unless stated otherwise.
Please check that your installation site, rotator, and support structure are suitable before ordering.
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