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Medius: 1.25m HT Antenna (223.5 MHz, BNC)
Medius: 1.25m HT Antenna (223.5 MHz, BNC)
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Medius HT Antenna — 1.25-Meter Amateur Band (223.5 MHz, BNC)
Medius is Iron Spear’s handheld BNC antenna for the 1.25-meter amateur band, tuned at 223.5 MHz (middle of the 1.25m band). Built for hard work — ham-first, civilian-welcome. Same Armor Selection lineup as Maximus. For dual-band 2m/70cm see Maximus; for 70cm/440 see Minimus; for 155/465 see Guardian. Browse the ham radio antennas collection. Confirm connectors with the Handheld Radio Adapter Guide.
Made to order: New items are made to order until stock is built.
Medius is cut for the 1.25-meter band and tuned at 223.5 MHz. Standard BNC mount — SMA adapters and the MOLLE guide clip are optional add-ons on this page. Built for hard work. Backed by a Lifetime Warranty.
"WARNING: High SWR can damage your radio. Always tune and verify your antenna system before transmitting."
Resources
- Handheld Radio Adapter Guide — SMA↔BNC connector fit for Iron Spear antennas
- SMA Gender & Thin-Wall Checker — confirm SMA gender and clearance before selecting an adapter
- Ham radio antennas collection
Want the whip off the radio body—onto pack, plate, or shoulder? See the Antenna Relocation Kit 48" (or the 24" kit for shorter runs). BNC path; many HTs need an SMA↔BNC adapter first.

Specs
Quick Specs:
- Band: 1.25-meter amateur band, tuned at 223.5 MHz
- Connector: BNC (SMA adapters available)
- Armor Selection: Snake, Dual Color Expedition, OD Green, Brown, Black, Orange, Red, Blue
A Note From Our Workshop: Each Medius is handcrafted. We're always improving, so your antenna might have slight variations or component updates from photos as we use the best available parts. Colors can also vary. Main product photography will be added when available.
Additional Information
FAQ
What band is Medius for?
Medius is a handheld antenna for the 1.25-meter amateur band, tuned at 223.5 MHz (middle of the 1.25m band).
Is Medius dual-band?
No. Medius is mono-band for 1.25m. For a BNC 2m/70cm dual-band HT antenna, see Maximus (https://ironspearoutfitters.com/products/maximus-antenna).
What connector does Medius use?
Medius uses BNC. Many HTs use SMA, so confirm the radio path with the handheld radio adapter guide (https://ironspearoutfitters.com/pages/handheld-radio-adapter-guide).
Where is Medius made?
Medius is made in-house in Idaho, USA.