TV channels & antenna towers in Russell, Kansas

Russell has 9 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC and Fox. About 6 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K33NP-D, 1.3 miles to the N.

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Network channels in Russell

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
FOXKOCWFox	14	18 mi	178° S	Good	Hoisington, KS
CBSKBSH-DTCBS	7	26 mi	268° W	Fair	Hays, KS
NBCKSNCNBC	2	32 mi	171° S	Good	Great Bend, KS
ABCKGBD-LDABC	30	35 mi	167° SSE	Weak	Great Bend, KS
ABCKHDS-LDABC	29	64 mi	93° E	Poor	Salina, KS
NBCKSNL-LDNBC	6	64 mi	93° E	Poor	Salina, KS

Over-the-air TV in Russell

Russell is a town of about 4,530 people in Kansas. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 9 licensed TV transmitters: 4 full-power, 4 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 6 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 4 at good or strong strength.

By distance, 3 transmitters are within 25 miles, 4 between 25 and 45 miles, and 2 farther out. Two of the 6 network stations in range are licensed to Great Bend, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Great Bend's stations.

The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 30 (KGBD-LD), CBS on channel 7 (KBSH-DT), NBC on channel 2 (KSNC) and Fox on channel 14 (KOCW). 1 full-power station in range has no network listed in our data; these are typically public television, religious, shopping or independent stations.

Which way to point your antenna in Russell

The main network towers around Russell are in different directions: CBS 268° W (26 mi), NBC 171° S (32 mi) and Fox 178° S (18 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

Of the 3 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Russell at fair strength or better, 67% arrive from the south; the rest are spread across one other direction.

All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Russell, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Russell

The farthest main network tower for Russell is KSNC (NBC), 32 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.

K33NP-D is only 1.3 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.

Other stations near Russell

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.

Station	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
K33NP-DTranslator	1.3 mi	352° N	Strong	Russell, KS
KOODFull power	11 mi	142° SE	Strong	Hays, KS
K25CV-DLow power	25 mi	273° W	Fair	Hays, KS

How Russell compares with the rest of Kansas

With 6 stations at fair strength or better, Russell ranks 123rd of 216 places in Kansas: fewer than the typical Kansas town (8). Its nearest major network tower is 18 miles away, against a state median of 25 miles.

47% of Kansas's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Hays, 25 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Russell: step by step

Mount the antenna in the attic or high on the wall facing the towers, keeping the cable to the TV as short as you can.
Point it toward 171° S, the direction of KSNC (NBC), 32 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 6 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 Russell, KS?

ABC is on channel 30 from KGBD-LD, broadcasting from 35 miles SSE of Russell. Estimated signal: weak.

What channel is CBS in Russell, KS?

CBS is on channel 7 from KBSH-DT, broadcasting from 26 miles W of Russell. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is NBC in Russell, KS?

NBC is on channel 2 from KSNC, broadcasting from 32 miles S of Russell. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is Fox in Russell, KS?

Fox is on channel 14 from KOCW, broadcasting from 18 miles S of Russell. Estimated signal: good.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Russell?

9 transmitters within 70 miles of Russell; around 6 of them are likely to be receivable with amplified indoor or attic 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 Russell?

What kind of antenna do I need in Russell?

Amplified indoor or attic antenna (25–45 miles). Towers are at medium range. An amplified indoor antenna can work; an attic-mounted antenna is the safer choice. The towers are spread over about 97° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.

Do I need an antenna amplifier in Russell?

K33NP-D is only 1.3 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.

Is there an app to find TV towers in Russell?

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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