The KV340-CONTEST is the ultimate expression of high-performance 40-meter antenna engineering from KV ANTENAS. Designed for serious DXers, contest operators, and demanding amateur radio stations, it delivers the level of performance expected from a true three-element directional array while maintaining practical dimensions, reduced wind load, and exceptional mechanical reliability.

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Built around KV ANTENAS' proven 85% size element concept, the KV340-CONTEST achieves performance remarkably close to that of a full-size 40-meter Yagi while benefiting from lower structural weight and reduced environmental stress. This carefully engineered balance between electrical efficiency and mechanical practicality allows operators to enjoy outstanding on-air results without the challenges commonly associated with full-size installations.

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The addition of a third element places the KV340-CONTEST in a superior performance category, providing increased forward gain, improved front-to-back ratio, sharper directivity, and enhanced ability to reject unwanted signals. The result is greater signal strength toward the desired direction and improved reception clarity, especially in crowded band conditions and competitive operating environments.

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Every aspect of the antenna has been developed through advanced electromagnetic modeling, structural analysis, and extensive real-world testing. The result is a robust, reliable, and highly efficient antenna system capable of delivering exceptional performance year after year.

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Whether the objective is breaking through pileups, achieving higher contest scores, working rare DX stations, or building a world-class 40-meter station, the KV340-CONTEST has been engineered to exceed expectations.

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KEY FEATURES

• Three-element Yagi design optimized for maximum 40-meter performance;

• 85% size elements delivering performance close to a full-size antenna with reduced wind load and structural requirements;

• Higher forward gain and improved front-to-back ratio compared to two-element designs;

• Excellent signal rejection and directivity for DX and contest applications;

• Heavy-duty boom construction designed for long-term reliability;

• High-strength aluminum tubing engineered to withstand demanding environmental conditions;

• High-Q loading coils carefully designed for minimal losses and maximum efficiency;

• Stainless steel hardware throughout the antenna for superior corrosion resistance;

• UV-resistant structural components for extended outdoor durability;

• Dual-level guying system providing outstanding mechanical stability;

• Power handling capability up to 4 kW PEP;

• Modular construction for simplified transportation and installation;

• Engineered, manufactured, and tested by KV ANTENAS.

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THE KV ANTENAS PHILOSOPHY

At KV ANTENAS, antenna development goes beyond simply achieving electrical specifications. Every product is designed to provide real-world performance, mechanical reliability, and long-term value for radio amateurs who demand the very best from their stations.

Through modern engineering methods, premium materials, and a relentless commitment to quality, KV ANTENAS continues to develop antennas capable of competing with the finest high-performance systems available worldwide.

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KV340-CONTEST: Built for Operators Who Demand More Than Average Performance.

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