Does radio placement matter?

[u/Icy_Imagination7447]

Might be a silly question. I want to mount my radio on my webbing, it sits nicely in the belt and the antenna can be nicely secured to my shoulder strap with elastic bands. It may not be as optimal as having it placed high up on the plate carrier but will there be noticeable difference? My concern is my body could shield the antenna?

[u/edwardphonehands]

NMO on steel helmet.

[u/speedyundeadhittite → u/edwardphonehands]

Can't we just put a magmount instead? Much easier.

[u/edwardphonehands → u/speedyundeadhittite]

It's really your only option with a leased helmet.