[Amps] Higher power transmitting tubes for "portable" amps.

[Mike McCarthy, W1NR]

Missouri Guy wrote:
> Gents, suppose a guy wants to build a *portable* 1.5KW output
> amplifier.  Would a 8877 be a good tube to use for that or
> is there something better, more rugged, etc?
> So, what do you guys recommend?
> 

The military likes 4CX1500's as they are designed to operate in any 
position under several g's of shock.  The bayonet socket also holds the 
tube securely.  4CX1500's are plentiful and cheap, but the sockets are 
another matter.

Mike, W1NR