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product_id: 4699027
title: "Metra Electronics 44-PW22 Motorized AM/FM Fully Automatic Power Antenna"
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price: "₨2776"
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reviews_count: 11
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# 31" 5-section extendable mast 55" detachable Motorola plug cable 6 custom mounting bases included Metra Electronics 44-PW22 Motorized AM/FM Fully Automatic Power Antenna

**Brand:** metra
**Price:** ₨2776
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 📡 Elevate your drive with flawless radio vibes—never miss a beat on the road!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Metra Electronics 44-PW22 Motorized AM/FM Fully Automatic Power Antenna by metra
- **How much does it cost?** ₨2776 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sc](https://www.desertcart.sc/products/4699027-metra-electronics-44-pw22-motorized-am-fm-fully-automatic-power)

## Best For

- metra enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted metra brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Seamless OEM Fit:** Installs effortlessly in your vehicle’s original antenna spot for a sleek, factory look.
- • **Crystal Clear Reception:** Fully automatic motorized mast ensures optimal AM/FM signal strength every time you drive.
- • **Plug & Play Convenience:** Includes 55" detachable cable with male Motorola plug for quick, hassle-free installation.
- • **Universal Compatibility:** Works with a wide range of vehicles—just check your model for perfect fitment.
- • **Durable & Replaceable Mast:** Chrome finish with optional stainless steel upgrades for long-lasting style and performance.

## Overview

The Metra Electronics 44-PW22 is a 31-inch, 5-section motorized AM/FM power antenna designed for easy replacement in most vehicles. Featuring a chrome removable mast, six custom mounting bases, and a 55-inch detachable cable with a Motorola plug, it guarantees improved radio reception with a seamless OEM fit. Durable and versatile, it supports optional stainless steel upgrades and fits a broad range of car models, backed by a 1-year limited warranty.

## Description

Is your radio getting poor reception or no longer working for AM/FM stations due to a worn-out or broken power antenna in your vehicle? Replace it with this 31" (79cm) 5-section chrome power antenna so that you can enjoy clear radio reception once again. The removable mast has a universal design that works with a wide range of vehicles. This replacement power antenna is easy to install and includes six 1" (25mm) custom mounting bases with 55" (140cm) detachable cables with a male Motorola plug for the connection.

Review: Reliable, I have a couple in service over years with additional loads on them. - Very reliable, bear with me for a second - I have a couple of these I use to power automatic doors on my chicken run. They fire twice a day, every day, at dusk and dawn to open and close the doors and go up and down with a small aluminum panel attached to them. Have been running for several years. The first one with a steel panel worked but burned out after a couple years. - So a slightly weird use case I know but if they can do this in a dusty chicken run they will work fine in your car with no other weight on them. The antennas are under cover so don't get rained on but they get dusty as heck.
Review: It Took a Bit Engineering and Design to Get It - The project tuned out great. Depending upon the body design and access your antenna replacement project may be easy our complex. My brother does auto stereo installations so I was able to get helpful hints like don’t throw anything from old antenna away or loose any old parts until your install is functional. I had to modify the old bracket to accommodate the new antenna assembly. Additionally, the company sends an array antenna adapters, so I had to use the old one with some significant modifications. The new rig works well, but it’s not as quiet as the Los one.

## Features

- 31" (79cm), 5-section replaceable, fully automatic chrome antenna mast
- Fits into the original antenna location for AM/FM stations
- Includes 55" (140cm) cable with a male Motorola plug
- Removable mast
- Includes (6) 1" (25mm) custom mounting bases
- Requires 11.5" (29cm) of clearance under the fender
- Works with a wide range of vehicles with power antennas
- Enter your vehicle model to see if this is compatible with your vehicle
- Custom options: Stainless steel replacement mast: 44-PWR22 Black stainless steel replacement mast and nut: 44-PWR22B 157" (399cm) power antenna extension cable: 44-PWEC157
- Refer to the Metra Electronics Vehicle Fit Guide for fitment information

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0002BEUYO |
| Best Sellers Rank | #267 in Car Audio & Video Antennas |
| Customer Reviews | 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars (1,029) |
| Date First Available | December 8, 2004 |
| Height (inches) | 2.75 inches |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 0.32 ounces |
| Item model number | 44PW22 |
| Product Dimensions | 3.7 x 16.9 x 2.2 inches |
| Warranty | 1 Yr Limited |
| Weight | 2.15 Pounds |
| Width (inches) | 3.75 inches |
| Wireless Remote | No |

## Product Details

- **Antenna:** Radio
- **Brand:** Metra
- **Color:** Black
- **Global Trade Identification Number:** 00086429007783, 00999996735624
- **Impedance:** 1 Ohms
- **Manufacturer:** Metra Electronics
- **Maximum Range:** 1 Meters
- **Number of Channels:** 1
- **Product Dimensions:** 31.1"L x 31.1"W x 31.1"H

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reliable, I have a couple in service over years with additional loads on them.
*by B***S on July 6, 2025*

Very reliable, bear with me for a second - I have a couple of these I use to power automatic doors on my chicken run. They fire twice a day, every day, at dusk and dawn to open and close the doors and go up and down with a small aluminum panel attached to them. Have been running for several years. The first one with a steel panel worked but burned out after a couple years. - So a slightly weird use case I know but if they can do this in a dusty chicken run they will work fine in your car with no other weight on them. The antennas are under cover so don't get rained on but they get dusty as heck.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It Took a Bit Engineering and Design to Get It
*by C***N on May 6, 2023*

The project tuned out great. Depending upon the body design and access your antenna replacement project may be easy our complex. My brother does auto stereo installations so I was able to get helpful hints like don’t throw anything from old antenna away or loose any old parts until your install is functional. I had to modify the old bracket to accommodate the new antenna assembly. Additionally, the company sends an array antenna adapters, so I had to use the old one with some significant modifications. The new rig works well, but it’s not as quiet as the Los one.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works fine, and it is universal -- almost!
*by P***R on March 30, 2015*

The Metra 44-PW22 works fine for me as a replacement for the original antenna. For the car I was working on, a Jaguar XJS, I could only find two alternatives to the very expensive OEM replacement: One that is not automatic, and this one. This one does exactly what it is supposed to do, and for the price, I am very satisfied with this product. Note I just recently installed it, and so cannot report on long term reliability. A few notes for people considering buying it: - For my car, it is considerably noisier than the original. - Wiring is simple, three wires: One always 12V (red), another 12V when the radio is turned on (blue), and ground. - The way it works is this: When the blue wire goes hot, the antenna goes up. When it reaches full extension, the motor continues to grind for a few seconds before quitting. When the blue wire goes cold, the antenna goes down. When it is fully retracted, the motor continues to grind for a few seconds before quitting. - The important thing to note about wiring is this: The blue wire requires 12V to raise the antenna. However, the input is not a low current logic signal, but rather a power signal. If your radio does not provide enough current to drive the blue signal, a relay or transistor switch is needed -- and is not a part of this kit. (See more below.) I believe a truly universal automatic antenna ought to support a >low current< input signal, and provide the relay or switching transistor internally. This is my reason for the four star vs. five star rating. Notes specific to the Jag XJS: - This unit is NOT a mechanical drop-n replacement. It is a little shorter than the original. And although there are also two similar mounting screws and the drain tube outlet, they are not spaced or aligned the same as the original. As a result, you can't re-use the original bracket, but have to bend the provided mounting bracket strip into shape. It is important to get the vertical dimension right, but don't sweat the exact horizontal dimension between the screws attaching the bracket to the antenna and the car. You can rotate the bracket a bit to get the vertical alignment reasonable, and torque it down. With a single screw attachment, the result is not as sturdy as the original bracket, but it is adequate. - The Metra unit comes with a pivot assembly to abut the inside of the fender. For my car, I found it worked best to simply remove the pivot assembly altogether. I also re-used the original tubular screw from the outside of the fender. Make sure to sort all this out before you try to measure the vertical spacing for the bracket strip. - Regarding wiring, the OEM radio puts out a 12V signal when the radio is turned on. However, this signal can only source about 10 mA, and the voltage drops to about 5 V. I initially obtained a low-current relay that was supposed to switch with as little as 10 mA. However, when I wired it up, the source signal could not switch the relay on. It could keep it on once switched, but could not cause it to switch. So I had to backtrack and get a switching transistor instead. I used a TIP120 NPN. I ran the yellow/green wire from the car through a 1.5k resistor to the base of the transistor. Works like a champ. It's good practice to run a snubber diode from collector to emitter, but my initial test circuit worked without it, without immediate damage to the transistor. So in summary, depending on your car, this may be one of the few, and possibly the only choice available. The good news is that it works well at a reasonable price. It would be a five star rating for me, but I had to add some external components to get the automatic function with my radio. Not hard, but adds a bit to the cost, and definitely adds to the time/effort on the installation.

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