field-ready, operator-defined
Swap. Deploy. Communicate.
The Scout has always been about quick, efficient resonant antennas — quarter-wave verticals and half-wave dipoles you can trust in the field. Now, with our swappable transformer modules, the Scout expands into a true multi-band platform. From harmonic end-fed half-waves to versatile random wires and powerful Rybakov verticals, you can deploy the right antenna for any band, any terrain, any operation — all from a single system.
integrates seamlessly
with scout XF* base
Brings transformer-based versatility to your Scout.
*XFORM READY
Legacy Scout bases are compatible via jumper.
antenna deployment options*
30+
* Approximate possible combinations given a 4:1, 9:1, and 49:1 transformer
transformer options
The Scout is already a proven multi-band performer with resonant ¼-wave verticals and ½-wave dipoles. Now, with the new swappable transformer modules, you can go even further.
NOTE: 49:1 and 9:1 transformers are currently in development for future release
49:1 EFHW
Run one length of wire and work multiple bands with harmonic half-waves.
9:1 Random wire
Deploy a non-resonant length of wire in any space, with a tuner. Great for quick setups, tight spots, or stealth ops.
4:1 Rybakov & loop
Unlock the Rybakov vertical and versatile loop antennas.
videos
2 hour real-world test
MODE: WSPR | POWER: 5w | BAND: 20m | CONFIG: Rybakov, 3 x 33' Radials,
Yaesu FTDX 10 & Internal Tuner
During the 1.5 hour WSPR test our signal was heard over 2,400 times across the US, Canada, Costa Rica, Panama and 15,000 km away in Australia.
Specs
Rugged Construction
CNC machined from 6061 aluminum, acetal polymer and all stainless steel hardware to take on any activation, any time.
weather resistant
The XFORM features a gasketed body for use in harsh weather.
* For a completely weather resistant deployment, the XFORM must be fully seated agaist the Scout base.
built for compatibility
The integrated jumper port allows the XFORM to be used with your existing Scout.
Power Handling: 200 watts SSB, 75 watts digital (50% duty cycle)
Length: 5.5" - Max. Diameter: 2.5"
Engineered for Maximum Efficiency
At the heart of the XFORM system is a commitment to performance you can trust. Every core is precisely wound for consistent performance. From there, we go further—subjecting each design to careful thermal testing and detailed insertion loss analysis.
What does this mean for you? Less wasted energy, cooler operation under load, and more of your signal making it to the antenna where it belongs. Whether you’re chasing DX, activating a park, or setting up for emergency comms, the XFORM is engineered to deliver maximum efficiency in the real world, not just on paper.
accessories
The XFORM is offered in several different convenient package configurations through our dealers. The XFORM requires the use of the Scout Base.
You may also purchase the XFORM and accessories individually to suit your needs.
[z]-25ss
telescoping whip
The ideal choice for deploying a Rybakov vertical.
14 Sections
Extended Length: 25’
Stainless Steel Construction
Collapsed Length: 26 1/2"
[Z]-17SS Telescoping whip
Use 2 to deploy as a delta loop.
10 Sections
Extended Length: 17’
Stainless Steel Construction
Collapsed Length: 24 1/4"
multi mount
The multi mount is a versatile mount and camera tripod adapter that enables the Scout and other 3/8-24 antenna systems to be deployed as a delta loop, V-dipole, or vertical. It can attach to the Universal Mast Mount, the [Z] Pod, ground spike, or a standard camera tripod giving you flexible deployment options.
Delta loop wire kit
Pair the delta loop wire kit with the Multi Mount and 2x [Z]-17 telescoping whips to deploy the Scout as a portable delta loop. The delta loop wire kit is built using the ultra-strong and flexible [Z]Kore Kevlar antenna wire and copper whip clips. Included is an HDPE wire winder to keep things neat.
surveyor tripod adapter
The surveyor tripod adapter allows you to mount your vertical antenna system to any standard 5/8-11 threaded surveyor tripod. This creates a steady base for large verticals such as the [Z]-25.
scout base
The Scout XFORM Ready base is a required component of the XFORM system. It acts as the feed point and mechanical support for the base of the antenna. Not only does it work with the XFORM, the Scout also stands alone as 1/4 wave vertical and a dipole.
ground spike
Stainless Steel Construction
For Use in Soft to Medium Soils
(not recommended for hard or rocky soil)
[Z]qd radial expansion kit
XFORM 4:1 rybakov swr chart
These charts represent the following antenna configuration:
Ground Spike, Insulating mount, [Z]-25 25' whip, (3) 33’ radials, CM7 Choke, 50 feet RG8X coax.
Note: The chart below shows the SWR at the feed point of the 4:1 transformer. It’s included simply to give you a general idea of the SWRs you can expect and whether your tuner will be able to tune this antenna.
XFORM 4:1 delta loop
swr chart
These charts represent the following antenna configuration:
2x [Z]-17 17' whip, Delta Loop Wire Kit, Multi Mount, CM7 Common Mode Choke, 50 feet RG8X coax, Feed Point at ~30", Isolated from Carbon Fiber Tripod.
Note: The chart below shows the SWR at the feed point of the 4:1 transformer. It’s included simply to give you a general idea of the SWRs you can expect and whether your tuner will be able to handle this antenna.
