Not 100% this belongs in this thread but I don't think it needs its own. For those who want a very, very realistic radio setup with a just plain powerful radio.. Dragon Red airsoft of HK custom makes these.. They are AN/PRC 148 Replicas with the following features:

Features:
Frequency: 400-470MHZ
Channels: 99
chable battery compartment design just as real ones.
Comes with rechargable lipo batteries(4V,2000MAH), last 2-3 days!!
wall mount charger(110V-240V)
Ouput power: 5W
Frequence reprogrammable
Support Morse code
Battery low alert
Support CTCSS
Software upgradable
Support image transfer in the future by sofware upgrade
Range is about 20KM
The radio box was made of aluminum,very durable
Comes with built-in microphone and speaker
Comes with whip antenna
Fully functional buttons
Adjustable frequence stepping(12.5KHZ/25KHZ)
Military U-283 headset pannel

Here are some pics. The newest gen (4th) should be coming out soon. My biggest 'like' about these is that you can use those U-329 connectors that come with a lot of issue Peltor/MSA kits.    Making those $250 PTT's useful.

A note, the guy who makes them has had some customers have complaints that their real headsets were not transmitting sound. This was found to be an issue because some mics are using an electrodynamic microphone, however he includes a free Electret condenser microphone that takes just a few seconds to solder on.

Once I sell some stuff I plan on ordering the 4th gen and doing a writeup. They are a worthy radio from what I have read. For a fraction of the cost of a real MBITR, you get a pretty damn good replica.

Link to buy: http://dragonredairsoft.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=26&products_id=49

Cost: $300-370




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And the whip antenna they sell for $28, I believe it should be SMC like the real deal.



And for reference, this is a U-283/U panel connector. It's what the Thales AN/PRC 148/152 radios use.

EDIT: Possible trades might be considered..Here are some things I might be willing to accept:

ICOM F4S radios
REAL U94 PTT's
Mayflower UW QD Chest rig
DBT LVL 7 Rack
DBT Double M4 pouches
DBT Triple M4 pouches
Quality Acog Replica
Quality 552 replica
RAID Woodland BDU's. Large reg/large Reg
Quality GBBR (KJW, G&P WOC, WA/WE.)
NO shitty AEG's. Sorry but I don't want your JG, ECHO1 and other junk.


WE 1911 MEU Railed (Tan) - $170 OBO
-WE 1911 Full Metal Railed w/3mags - $120
-2x spare mags  - $60
-PDI 6.01 Stainless TB - $30
-Gaurder 140% springs - $10
-King arms Air seal - $10
-Hogue real grip - $20
-Airsoft surgeon light sears set - $15
Shoots 360+fps with GG/Propane, closer to 400 with Red gas. Range is about 150-170ft.

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Blackhawk CQC 1911 Holster  - $20 SPF
-Can accept railed or non railed 1911 variants.
-Comes with belt loop and paddle

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Blackhawk CQC STRIKE adapter for MOLLE -coyote tan  - $10 SPF
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Diamondback Tactical/Battlelab GP Pouch, large, Upright,MOLLE - Coyote Brown - $20


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Diamondback Tactical/Battlelab Triple .45cal pouch,MOLLE - Coyote Brown - $20

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Hatch SOG-F20 Tan Operator CQB Gloves  - Large - $25 these are brand new

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Prometheus 6.03 555mm VSR10 barrel - $20
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Tanaka M700 AICS - see below $600OBO

Tanaka M700 AICS Base: $475
Modified 2roy chamber: $80
Custom gas route spring :$2
Misc. G&G mag parts$ 35
Custom magazine floating valves
KA 335mm mock suppressor : $30
PDI 6.01 554mm $140
48ci 3000psi tank $50
ASA fill adapter $10
Palmers inline reg w/ low pack $90
misc hoses and fittings :$40
Gauge(glycerin filled) : $50
Custom cut and crowned outer barrel $80
Custom end cap w/ threading : $80
Accushot 4-16x56mm scope: $200
Kingarms bucking $10
long mag tapping: $10
striker spring: $3
custom SS nozzle: $15
Harris 9-13 notched swivel $80
Custom milled Best gun part no #91 : $75
Vickers VCAS padding sling w/ mash hooks : $80

Total: $1630+

This is the 2nd of my Tanaka long guns and I decided to part with this one because i simply don't need a second. This gun can do some serious damage even operating between 400 and 600 fps. I have gone through hundreds of hours of T&E with this platform to develop the 'perfect' system. It's still airsoft so sometimes stuff doesn't work but when using the best quality bb's (SGM or Goldenball) you are going to have no problem hitting people out to 300ft and passed. The gun uses a QD type remote High Pressure Air system that is reliable and easy to use. For whoever buys this gun, I will gladly show you the ins and outs of using, maintaining and adjusting it.

Same gun as in the Pics, except it's had the stock painted tan.




EDIT:

Added 04/01/10, 2350hrs
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Prometheus 6.03 555mm VSR10 barrel - $20
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Leapers 3-9x44 Illuminated scope w/ 2.5in sunshade $30

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PDI 6.01 430mm VSR Barrel -NIB - $50 , these are 100+ new, and this is NIB
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Multicam Blouse and Trousers, XL and Large, New - $ 20 each or $30 for a set.

Looking for some ideas. I know a few of you guys have done some 1m Whip antenna relocations. Post feedback, if its actually a functional antenna, have you gained or lost any reception? Real world operations experience would actually be helpful.

Also, What kit if any did you use?

Pics as well....


Thanks guys,
Andrew