Your CB radio is only as good as its antenna. In 2026, antenna choice and proper installation make the difference between 2–3 miles of talk range and 10–20+ miles (or skip talking hundreds of miles on SSB during solar activity).
Popular antenna types right now:
- Magnetic Mount Antennas – Easy on/off, no drilling. Best pick: Wilson 1000 Magnetic (1000-watt power handling, 62″ whip, top performer). Runner-up: K40 K30 — shorter, durable, great for cars/SUVs.
- Mirror Mount / Trucker Antennas — Stainless steel whips mounted on side mirrors. Best pick: Firestik FS Series (tunable tip, fiberglass, 3–5 ft lengths). Pro favorite: Tram 3700 — dual antenna kit for maximum range.
- Base-Loaded & Center-Loaded — Shorter antennas for low-profile vehicles. Best pick: Hustler HQ27 — base-loaded, compact, strong signal.
- Base Station Antennas — For home or fixed use. Best pick: Solarcon A-99 (ground-plane vertical, 18 ft tall, huge range).
Quick Installation Tips:
- Mount as high and center as possible (roof is best).
- Tune with an SWR meter (aim for 1.5:1 or lower).
- Use quality coax (RG-8X minimum) and ground properly.
- Keep whip vertical — leaning reduces range.
A great antenna turns a basic CB into a long-range beast.
Nagoya CB-72 High-Performance 28″ CB Antenna Kit – Universal 26-28 MHz Coverage with Heavy-Duty Magnetic Mount, Includes 18′ RG-58A/U Cable & PL-259 Connector for Effortless Installation
Cobra 29LX AM/FM Professional CB Radio - Emergency Radio, Travel Essentials, NOAA Weather Channels and Emergency Alert System, Selectable 4-Color LCD, Auto-Scan, Black
$199.95 (as of February 22, 2026 05:32 GMT +00:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
Cobra 19 MINI AM/FM Recreational CB Radio - Dual-Mode AM/FM, 40 Channels, Travel Essentials, Time Out Timer, VOX, Auto Squelch, Auto Power, Instant Channel 9/19, 4-Watt Output, Easy to Operate, Black
$99.95 (as of February 22, 2026 05:32 GMT +00:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
Uniden PRO510XL Pro Series 40-Channel CB Radio. Compact Design. Backlit LCD Display. Public Address. ANL Switch and 7 Watts of Audio Output. Unique PLL Circuit. S/RF LED Meter. , Black
$78.99 (as of February 22, 2026 05:32 GMT +00:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
Uniden BCD436HP HomePatrol Series Digital Handheld Scanner. TrunkTracker V, Simple Programming, S.A.M.E. Emergency/Weather Alert, Covers USA and Canada
$470.24 (as of February 22, 2026 05:32 GMT +00:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
New Uniden SDS150, Our Most Advanced Digital Radio Scanner Ever, Software Defined Radio (SDR) Technology, Exceptional Performance in Simulcast and Weak-Signal environments, Built-in GPS
$949.99 (as of February 22, 2026 05:32 GMT +00:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
Uniden PRO520XL Pro Series 40-Channel CB Radio. Compact Design. ANL Switch and PA/CB Switch. 7 Watts of Audio Output and Instant Emergency Channel 9. - Black
$70.49 (as of February 22, 2026 05:32 GMT +00:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
Mcbazel Surecom SW-102 Digital VHF/UHF 125-525Mhz Antenna Power & SWR Meter
$54.99 (as of February 22, 2026 05:32 GMT +00:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
Texas Ranger TRE-2639 40 Channel AM CB Radio for Truckers – Metal-Reinforced Front Panel, Large Multi-Function Meter, GNF Noise Filter, Variable Power, Talkback & SWR Protection, Quick CH19
$299.00 (as of February 22, 2026 05:32 GMT +00:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
1 Set Adjustable Universal CB Radio Mount Bracket Set for CB/Ham Radio & Scanners, 6-10 inch Width
$9.99 (as of February 22, 2026 05:32 GMT +00:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)