TV channels & antenna towers in Browning, Montana
Browning has 24 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC. About 0 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K05FC-D, 44 miles to the W.
Network channels in Browning
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABCKTMF-LDABC | 23 | 67 mi | 247° WSW | Poor | Kalispell, MT |
Over-the-air TV in Browning
With roughly 1,030 residents, Browning is a small community in Montana. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 24 licensed TV transmitters: 5 low-power and 19 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, none are likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
By distance, 0 transmitters are within 25 miles, 4 between 25 and 45 miles, and 20 farther out.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 23 (KTMF-LD). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KAJJ-CD in Kalispell, MT, 73 miles to the southwest. No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KCFW-TV in Kalispell, MT, 73 miles to the southwest.
Which way to point your antenna in Browning
Point your antenna W, at about 259°. The main network towers for Browning sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Browning, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Browning
The farthest main network tower for Browning is K12LU-D, 44 miles away with a very weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
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 Browning
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K05FC-DTranslator | 44 mi | 259° W | Poor | Lake McDonald, MT |
| K10LH-DTranslator | 44 mi | 259° W | Poor | West Glacier, Etc., MT |
| K12LU-DTranslator | 44 mi | 259° W | Poor | West Glacier, Etc, MT |
| K07IT-DTranslator | 44 mi | 259° W | Poor | West Glacier, Etc., MT |
| K16KB-DTranslator | 52 mi | 119° ESE | Poor | Conrad, MT |
| K18KM-DTranslator | 52 mi | 119° ESE | Poor | Conrad, MT |
| K23LX-DTranslator | 52 mi | 119° ESE | Poor | Conrad, MT |
| K25MZ-DTranslator | 52 mi | 119° ESE | Poor | Conrad, MT |
| K28KO-DTranslator | 56 mi | 58° ENE | Poor | Sweetgrass, Etc., MT |
| K25NJ-DTranslator | 56 mi | 58° ENE | Poor | Sweetgrass, Etc., MT |
| K30MW-DTranslator | 56 mi | 58° ENE | Poor | Sweetgrass, Etc., MT |
| K12LO-DLow power | 58 mi | 235° SW | Poor | Ferndale, MT |
| K24ID-DTranslator | 58 mi | 235° SW | Poor | Ferndale, MT |
| K33OH-DTranslator | 58 mi | 235° SW | Poor | Ferndale, Etc, MT |
| K05MW-DTranslator | 58 mi | 235° SW | Poor | Ferndale, MT |
| K14NI-DTranslator | 58 mi | 235° SW | Poor | Ferndale, MT |
| K21KA-DTranslator | 58 mi | 235° SW | Poor | Ferndale, MT |
| K22MG-DTranslator | 61 mi | 233° SW | Poor | Woods Bay, MT |
| K07EN-DTranslator | 61 mi | 233° SW | Poor | Woodsbay, Lakeside, MT |
| K11KE-DTranslator | 61 mi | 233° SW | Poor | Woods Bay, MT |
| KEXI-LDLow power | 67 mi | 247° WSW | Poor | Kalispell, MT |
| K26DD-DLow power | 67 mi | 247° WSW | Poor | Kalispell, MT |
| K34MJ-DLow power | 67 mi | 247° WSW | Poor | Kalispell, MT |
How Browning compares with the rest of Montana
With 0 stations at fair strength or better, Browning ranks 92nd of 104 places in Montana: fewer than the typical Montana town (5). Its nearest major network tower is 67 miles away, against a state median of 25 miles.
49% of Montana's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Browning: 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 259° W, the direction of K12LU-D, 44 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 0 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 Browning, MT?
ABC is on channel 23 from KTMF-LD, broadcasting from 67 miles WSW of Browning. Estimated signal: very weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Browning?
24 transmitters within 70 miles of Browning; around 0 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 Browning?
Point your antenna W, at about 259°. The main network towers for Browning sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Browning?
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.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Browning?
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 Browning?
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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