History unknown, appears to be in great condition. Similar satellite antennas retail for 8k. Below is a brief description.
The AVL Technologies Model 1078 is a 1.0-meter motorized VSAT (Very Small Aperture Terminal) satellite antenna designed for vehicle mounting. While the search results returned extensive details for the Model 1078, it's possible that
"1078k" was a typo or refers to a specific variant of the 1078, potentially operating in the Ku-band. The 1078 was made for mission-critical applications in harsh environments, including military and first-responder vehicles.