Moxon Antenna Construction and Design Resources
Find plans, tips, and examples for building Moxon antennas for various bands and applications in amateur radio.
Moxon antennas are popular two-element beam antennas known for their compact size, good front-to-back ratio, and relatively simple construction. Hams often choose Moxons for their directional gain on various bands, making them effective for DX and contest operation, especially when space is limited.
This category features numerous Moxon antenna projects, from single-band designs for VHF/UHF like the GW3YDX Super Moxon for 6m, 4m, and 2m, to larger multiband arrays for HF bands such as the 40M Reversible Moxon. Operators can find construction guides for wire Moxons using materials like Flexweave or RG-58 coaxial cable, and even designs for WARC bands. Many projects include modeling data, often using software like EZNEC, to help hams optimize their antenna performance before building.
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N3ox 6 meter moxon rectangle, pictures and assembly notes -
A moxon antenna project for 70 cm band, test and results of this popular antenna model applies to UHF bands. -
A moxon antenna for 28 MHz -
Building a moxon antenna with aluminium tubes -
17 m reduced size coaxial moxon rectangle, an exercise with an MFJ 259B plans by N0KHQ -
A moxon antenna project made with wires and fiberglass poles -
A home made vertical polarized moxon antenna for 144 MHz, includes dimensions, antenna pattern, SWR and antenna gain plots by WB5CXC -
10 meters band aluminum 2-Element Moxon rectangle -
9Y4DD's Dave 14 MHz home-brew MOXON antenna project -
A 14 Mhz version of the vertical moxon antenna homebrewed. -
A moxon antenna project for the 145 MHz -
A Mini Moxon antenna for 40 meters band project in a well done PDF document -
A wire moxon antenna plan for the 7 Mhz -
A moxon antenna project for 40 and 30 meters -
A detailed construction project for a reversible 40-meter Moxon rectangle antenna, offering performance comparable to a 2-element Yagi. -
Download a 6 meter moxon antenna, drawings, photos, plots by Allen Baker KG4JJH, (10 Mb!) -
A moxon rectangle for 50 Mhz band -
50 MHZ Moxon antenna based on the KG4JJH design with some slight modifications in the construction -
70cms Simple Moxon 2 elements antenna -
This article describes the construction of a Moxon rectangle antenna for the 70MHz (4-meter) amateur radio band. This compact two-element beam design features folded element ends, reducing its width to approximately 75% of a half-wavelength. The antenna was built using enamelled copper wire stretched over a lightweight fiberglass kite spar frame, with a direct coaxial cable feed connection. Initial testing showed a VSWR of around 1.3 with distinct nulls at 90 degrees when horizontally mounted. The author later tested vertical polarization and suggested that the antenna's compact size might allow for indoor loft installation. -
Moxons work great, and they take up less space than full size two element Yagis -
A moxon antenna for UHF in french -
MoxGen will show you the dimensions and generate an antenna model file for a 50 ohm Moxon Rectangle antenna, given the design frequency and wire size -
A moxon antenna for the 50 MHz build with 19 feet of 14 AWG copper wire, and based on a set of PVC pipes. This is an easy to build project that will give you an efficient directional antenna on 6 meters band with low SWR on more than 1 MHz bandwidth. -
Useful hints & tips on building a 10 and 17 meter Moxon Antenna -
The Moxon Rectangle is growing in popularity as a compact 2-element array that approaches a full-size 2-element in gain but with a far superior front-to-back ratio and a direct match for the standard 50-Ohm coaxial cable. -
N0KHQ Moxon rectangle for 17 meters, constructed from RG-58 coaxial cable -
DK7ZB- Moxons with Aluminium Tubes, plans for moxon antenna for 6 10 12 15 meters -
The Dual-Band Wire Beam was inspired by L.B. Cebik's (W4RNL) article The Elusive Moxon Nest. Fiberglass tubing spreaders, Flexweave elements, an aluminum hub, and two die-cast aluminum flanges combine to provide a 12/17m Moxon nest with one 50 ohm feed. -
A Moxon rectangle antenna for 17 and 20 meters band -
This project involves constructing a dual-band Moxon antenna, optimized for ham radio enthusiasts, with functionality on both the 10-meter and 6-meter bands. The antenna is designed to operate using a single 50-ohm feedpoint, acting as a mini-beam on 28 MHz (10 meters) and as a 2-element Yagi on 50 MHz (6 meters). Performance-wise, it offers a 4.0 dBd gain on 10 meters and 4.3 dBd on 6 meters, with impressive front-to-back ratios of 30 dB and 11 dB, respectively. Builders like Aleks (S54S) and Marcio (PY2OK) have successfully brought this design to life using the provided specifications. Aleks noted that bending the corners of the structure proved especially useful during assembly. The project comes with a detailed parts list, highlighting the use of aluminum tubes with different diameters and lengths to form essential components like the reflectors and radiators. For those looking to fine-tune the antenna, adjustments can be made by altering the length of certain parts that fit into larger tubes. The feeding system is equipped with a balun to accommodate different power levels, making the design versatile enough to handle outputs of either 300 watts or 1 kilowatt. -
An easy to build moxon antenna for portable use. A Moxon Rectangle is a two element beam, where both elements are folded towards eachother. -
EB4EQA's Projects GSM1800 moxon square antenna -
KD6WD introduce moxon rectangles, and in particular explains how he built a moxon antenna for 15 17 and 20 meters band with excellent pictures -
A moxon antenna project by KD6WD -
This very large moxon antenna resonate on 80 40 and 10 meters, has been used for CQWW 2006 by a YU team project -
This note looks at the antenna and antenna model for the 40 meter Moxon Yagi designed by Dave Leeson, W6NL. The performance of the antenna, through the model, will be explored in several typical settings. -
Online Moxon antenna calculator. Design your moxon antenna online giving wire diameter and resonant frequency -
Designing moxon rectangles by equation and by model L. B. Cebik, W4RNL -
A vhf moxon antenna plan -
Cushcraft XM240 transformation into a Moxon antenna by W6NL -
Using moxon rectangles for WARC-Band antennas -
Design that can be mounted on a mast underneath an existing beam. -
N2MH Information For Rovers -
6 element super duper moxon antenna for the 144 MHz, a modified HAARP Antenna projetc -
Adding extra directivity to the Moxon Rectangle for 6m, 4, and 2m -
Notes on moxon antennas for VHF and HF bands. Main characteristics, gain and f/b ratio by DK7ZB -
We often think of the Moxon rectangle as strictly an HF antenna. However, its small size and special far field pattern lend themselves to some VHF applications. So let's see how to adapt the design to 2 meters (as a popular band choice) and also see a few of the uses to which we may effectively put the design. -
A Moxon rectangle antenna for 2 meters -
A vertical Moxon with different feeding for the 20 meters -
A vertical half-moxon for the 7 Mhz by F6IRF -
W1ZY's 40 Meter MOXON is the product of 9 months of experimentation. The final array is reversible and constructed from No. 12 insulated wire fed through two RF current baluns -
Designed and built by W6NL looks like a loaded yagi this 2 element moxon antenna offer 6dbi -
A moxon antenna for 11 meter band, suitable for 27 Mhz and 28 Mhz -
A club project experiment about a vertical Moxon antenna for 20 meter band -
Moxon is a rectangle shaped directional antenna, originally designed by Les Moxon G6XN. There are couple of advantages of using this antenna. It is small in size, Easy to mast, Balanced to 50 Ohms, Near 1:1 SWR, Excellent Front to Back (F/B) ratio, Large bandwidth -
A moxon anetenna plan for 144 MHz -
This blog post by VE3VN discusses the design and performance of a 40-meter reversible Moxon antenna. The antenna provides coverage between southeast to west by default, with the ability to reverse for coverage from east to northwest. The post explains how the antenna performs well in various directions, focusing on the Caribbean, South/Central America, the US, and Europe. Detailed measurements and design considerations are shared, highlighting the accuracy of the model and the critical importance of coil inductance. The post also mentions the use of NEC5 for accurate modeling. Overall, this detailed discussion provides valuable insights for ham radio operators looking to optimize their antenna setup. -
F5NPV introduces a variant of the W8JK antenna design, employing the MOXON principle. With extended monopoles, it outperforms the Open-Folded W8JK, yielding a 1dbd gain improvement, enhanced performance on 30m and 10m bands, bi-directionality, and lower side attenuation. The design's focus on higher radiation impedance results in increased antenna efficiency and reduced losses. Despite these improvements, the bill of materials remains unchanged. -
A project that describes a build a multiband wire beam antenna. A 3 band single feed moxon antenna for 20,15,10 meters. -
Multi band Moxon Yagi Antenna for 10,15,20 meters band with just one feed line. Drawing and project with dimensions -
This page provides information on designing a lightweight Moxon antenna for the upper HF bands and VHF. The Moxon antenna is a compact version of a 2-element Yagi with folded elements, offering good forward gain and a high front-to-back ratio. It is designed for a single band with a feed-point impedance close to 50 ohms. Hams can orient the antenna horizontally or vertically, with polarization following the configuration, affecting radiation patterns. The page allows users to generate radiation pattern plots, VSWR charts, antenna currents diagrams, and Smith charts for their antennas on different ground types, helping them understand antenna performance in the field. -
A moxon antenna for 2 meters band featuring 6 dBi and a F/B of 30 dBi -
Homemade moxon antenna for the 40 meter band. This article is not very descriptive but includes some very detailed images -
G0KYA Moxon antenna for 2 meters band -
A home made, dirty and quick moxon antenna for 144 MHz made with PVC pipes. -
The article details the design and construction of a four-band Moxon beam by a radio amateur. The beam, mounted atop a rooftop tower, aimed for gain over a dipole on 20 meters, cost under $500, and included additional bands. The design features fiberglass spreaders, four bands (20/15/10/6 meters), and a single feedpoint. The construction involved computer modeling, NEC source code, and specific dimensions. The article outlines the assembly, materials, and tuning process, including in-situ adjustments for optimal performance. Despite initial challenges, the beam improved signal strength and facilitated contacts on multiple bands, marking it as the best HF antenna the author has owned. -
An interesting article by V2EVN on moxon yagi antennas -
The author wants a compact, switchable antenna for 40-meter ham radio. They compare 3 designs: rectangle, short-tipped W6NL, and T-hat. All work well electrically, but mechanics matter for a large antenna. The rectangle needs strong support, while the T-hat is sturdier with slightly longer elements. The T-hat design wins for now, but the author will focus on its mechanical details next. -
This PDF document provides a comprehensive guide on building and using the Moxon Rectangle antenna design for hams. It covers the construction, setup, and tuning of this directional antenna, offering practical advice and tips for amateur radio operators looking to improve their signal reception and transmission capabilities. The guide includes diagrams, measurements, and step-by-step instructions to help hams successfully implement the Moxon Rectangle design for their radio communication needs.