[TowerTalk] rohn 55g freestanding

[Joe Subich, K4IK]

> A Rohn 55G at 80' freestanding first section in 6'6'4(deep) 
> concrete pad.  The owner of the property does not want any 
> guy wires.
> 
> We are in a 90mph area, and I would suspect 1/2" ice.

Rohn's book (drawing A871266 dated 9/24/1987) shows the limit 
of 5.7 sq ft at 35 feet for 90 mph and 1/2" ice.  The tower 
is freestanding to 45 feet with NO ANTENNAS under the same 
conditions. 

Rohn SSV is designed for freestanding service ... 

73, 

   ... Joe, K4IK