TV channels & antenna towers in Pratt, Kansas
Pratt has 22 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 3 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KGBD-LD (ABC), 53 miles to the N.
Network channels in Pratt
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABCKGBD-LDABC | 30 | 53 mi | 1° N | Poor | Great Bend, KS |
| NBCKSNCNBC | 2 | 54 mi | 358° N | Fair | Great Bend, KS |
| CBSKWCH-DTCBS | 12 | 60 mi | 61° ENE | Good | Hutchinson, KS |
| CWKSCW-DTCW | 33 | 60 mi | 61° ENE | Fair | Wichita, KS |
| IONKFVT-LDION | 34.7 | 67 mi | 80° E | Poor | Wichita, KS |
| UNIKDCU-DTUnivision | 46 | 67 mi | 80° E | Weak | Derby, KS |
| ABCKAKEABC | 10 | 67 mi | 82° E | Poor | Wichita, KS |
| NBCKSNWNBC | 3 | 67 mi | 82° E | Weak | Wichita, KS |
| FOXKSAS-TVFox | 24 | 68 mi | 82° E | Weak | Wichita, KS |
| FOXKOCWFox | 14 | 68 mi | 355° N | Poor | Hoisington, KS |
Over-the-air TV in Pratt
With roughly 6,850 residents, Pratt is a town in Kansas. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 22 licensed TV transmitters: 10 full-power, 1 Class A, 4 low-power and 7 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 3 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.
0 of them are within 25 miles of Pratt, 0 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 22 are more than 45 miles out. Five of the 10 network stations in range are licensed to Wichita, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Wichita's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 10 (KAKE), CBS on channel 12 (KWCH-DT), NBC on channel 2 (KSNC), Fox on channel 24 (KSAS-TV), CW on channel 33 (KSCW-DT), ION on channel 34.7 (KFVT-LD) and Univision on channel 46 (KDCU-DT). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Univision (weak signal). 2 full-power stations in range have no network listed in our data; these are typically public television, religious, shopping or independent stations.
Which way to point your antenna in Pratt
The main network towers around Pratt are in different directions: ABC 82° E (67 mi), CBS 61° ENE (60 mi), NBC 358° N (54 mi) and Fox 82° E (68 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Four network stations, KDCU-DT, KAKE, KSNW and KSAS-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 67 miles east of Pratt (80° E). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 3 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Pratt at fair strength or better, 67% arrive from the northeast; the rest are spread across one other direction.
KAKE (ABC), KWCH-DT (CBS), KSNC (NBC) and KSAS-TV (Fox) lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from Pratt. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Pratt
The farthest main network tower for Pratt is KSAS-TV (Fox), 68 miles away with a weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Other stations near Pratt
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KPTSFull power | 60 mi | 61° ENE | Poor | Hutchinson, KS |
| K30AE-DTranslator | 60 mi | 171° S | Poor | Alva, OK |
| K28JX-DTranslator | 60 mi | 171° S | Poor | Alva - Cherokee, OK |
| K22ID-DTranslator | 60 mi | 171° S | Poor | Alva - Cherokee, OK |
| K20JD-DTranslator | 60 mi | 171° S | Poor | Cherokee & Alva, OK |
| K17ID-DTranslator | 60 mi | 171° S | Poor | Cherokee & Alva, OK |
| K15HL-DTranslator | 60 mi | 171° S | Poor | Cherokee & Alva, OK |
| KSMI-LDTranslator | 67 mi | 80° E | Poor | Wichita, KS |
| KWKD-LDLow power | 67 mi | 80° E | Poor | Wichita, KS |
| KGPT-CDClass A | 67 mi | 80° E | Poor | Wichita, KS |
| K29NL-DLow power | 67 mi | 82° E | Poor | Wichita, KS |
| KMTWFull power | 70 mi | 73° ENE | Weak | Hutchinson, KS |
How Pratt compares with the rest of Kansas
With 3 stations at fair strength or better, Pratt ranks 167th of 216 places in Kansas: fewer than the typical Kansas town (8). Its nearest major network tower is 53 miles away, against a state median of 25 miles.
36% of Kansas's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Pratt: step by step
- Mount an outdoor antenna on the roof or a mast, as high as you can safely get it, with a clear view toward the towers.
- Point it toward 82° E, the direction of KSAS-TV (Fox), 68 miles away. Closer stations usually come in even off-axis.
- Run a full channel scan on your TV (usually Settings → Channels → Auto program; the name varies by brand).
- Expect around 3 stations, each with a few subchannels. If one you want is missing, turn the antenna 5–10° toward it and scan again.
- Rescan every few months, or whenever a channel disappears; stations occasionally change frequency.
Frequently asked questions
What channel is ABC in Pratt, KS?
ABC is on channel 10 from KAKE, broadcasting from 67 miles E of Pratt. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is CBS in Pratt, KS?
CBS is on channel 12 from KWCH-DT, broadcasting from 60 miles ENE of Pratt. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Pratt, KS?
NBC is on channel 2 from KSNC, broadcasting from 54 miles N of Pratt. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is Fox in Pratt, KS?
Fox is on channel 24 from KSAS-TV, broadcasting from 68 miles E of Pratt. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is CW in Pratt, KS?
CW is on channel 33 from KSCW-DT, broadcasting from 60 miles ENE of Pratt. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Pratt?
22 transmitters within 70 miles of Pratt; around 3 of them are likely to be receivable with outdoor directional antenna. Each station usually carries several subchannels, so the total channel count after a scan is higher.
Which direction should I point my TV antenna in Pratt?
The main network towers around Pratt are in different directions: ABC 82° E (67 mi), CBS 61° ENE (60 mi), NBC 358° N (54 mi) and Fox 82° E (68 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Pratt?
Outdoor directional antenna (45–70 miles). Some major towers are a long way off. Mount a directional antenna on the roof or a mast and aim it with the bearings below. The towers are spread over about 84° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Pratt?
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Pratt?
Yes. The free RCA Signal Finder app for iPhone and Android uses your phone's GPS and compass to show which way each tower is from where you stand.
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