Moxon on Cushcraft XM240

The W6NL Moxon Yagi is a high-efficiency two-element 40m Yagi that uses cross elements to provide both loading and Moxon coupling, addressing the challenge of deploying a directional antenna on the 40-meter band. This resource details the transformation of a Cushcraft XM240 Yagi into this Moxon configuration, replacing the original loading coil LCA sections with four new assemblies. The guide provides comprehensive instructions for building the boom and elements, including specific dimensions for new sections and tee loading elements, along with detailed drawings and a full parts list for the conversion.

Performance data indicates the converted antenna achieves 10.73 dBi gain at 7.050 MHz with 99.5% efficiency and a high front-to-back ratio. The VSWR bandwidth is over 300 kHz, ensuring good performance across a significant portion of the 40m band. Construction involves reinforcing element sections, attaching tee loading elements with U-bolts, and implementing element guying using materials like Phillystran to manage sag and maintain structural integrity.