I believe the windload rating is 10 sq ft at 50 MPH. What kind of antenna
will you be putting on the tower and what's the windload?
My experience with the 72' version (the MA-770) is that when the windload is
near the maximum, the fully extended tower sways dramatically in even a
15-20 MPH wind. It helps a lot to lower it 10 feet or so. It's better with a
smaller windload, but still sways uncomfortably for me.
73, Dick WC1M
> -----Original Message-----
> From: towertalk-admin@contesting.com
> [mailto:towertalk-admin@contesting.com]On Behalf Of John von Gonten
> Sent: Tuesday, October 01, 2002 4:57 PM
> To: towertalk@contesting.com
> Subject: [Towertalk] Crankup Tubular "Towers"
>
>
> I have been considering the US Tower MA-40 or MA-550 crankup tubular
> tower as they call them, closer to a tubular crankup mast IMHO.
>
> has anyone had any dealing with these in real world situations, these
> are the 40' and 55' models. Are they worth the money? Do the really
> perform well in a sometimes windy area.
>
> I live in North Central / North East Texas. D/FW to be specific.
>
> I have a small lot to deal with and do not really have room for much int
> eh backyard and will not put anything in the front due to neighborhood
> hoodlums.
>
> Any and all input will be greatly appreciated.
>
>
> --
> 73
>
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