TV channels & antenna towers in Dillon, Montana
Dillon has 30 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS and NBC. About 4 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K25OA-D, 2.2 miles to the NW.
Network channels in Dillon
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABCKWYBABC | 18 | 55 mi | 10° N | Fair | Butte, MT |
| CBSKXLF-TVCBS | 4 | 55 mi | 10° N | Good | Butte, MT |
| NBCKTVM-TVNBC | 6 | 55 mi | 10° N | Good | Butte, MT |
Over-the-air TV in Dillon
With roughly 4,210 residents, Dillon is a town in Montana. Our map shows 30 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 3 full-power, 5 low-power and 22 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 4 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 2 at good or strong strength.
1 of them is within 25 miles of Dillon, 3 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 26 are more than 45 miles out. Three of the 3 network stations in range are licensed to Butte, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Butte's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 18 (KWYB), CBS on channel 4 (KXLF-TV) and NBC on channel 6 (KTVM-TV). No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KIDK in Idaho Falls, ID, 119 miles to the south.
Which way to point your antenna in Dillon
Point your antenna N, at about 10°. The main network towers for Dillon sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Three network stations, KWYB, KXLF-TV and KTVM-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 55 miles north of Dillon (10° N). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 3 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Dillon at fair strength or better, all arrive from the north, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Dillon, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Dillon
The farthest main network tower for Dillon is KTVM-TV (NBC), 55 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
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 Dillon
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 27; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K25OA-DLow power | 2.2 mi | 316° NW | Fair | Dillon, MT |
| K07OC-DTranslator | 29 mi | 301° WNW | Poor | Polaris, MT |
| K09MY-DLow power | 29 mi | 301° WNW | Poor | Polaris, MT |
| K10HL-DLow power | 33 mi | 83° E | Poor | Virginia City, MT |
| K13RV-DTranslator | 48 mi | 223° SW | Poor | Leadore, ID |
| K30BU-DTranslator | 48 mi | 224° SW | Poor | Leadore, ID |
| K14IJ-DTranslator | 48 mi | 224° SW | Poor | Leadore, ID |
| K11BD-DTranslator | 49 mi | 224° SW | Poor | Leadore, ID |
| K09SD-DTranslator | 50 mi | 247° WSW | Poor | Lemhi, Etc., ID |
| K27MM-DTranslator | 50 mi | 247° WSW | Poor | Tendoy / Leadore, ID |
| K34CB-DTranslator | 52 mi | 223° SW | Poor | Lemhi, Etc., ID |
| K23JH-DTranslator | 52 mi | 223° SW | Poor | Leadore, ID |
| K16KO-DTranslator | 52 mi | 223° SW | Poor | Leadore, ID |
| K25PY-DTranslator | 52 mi | 223° SW | Poor | Leadore, ID |
| K05BE-DTranslator | 52 mi | 243° WSW | Poor | Lehmi, Etc, ID |
| K36OS-DLow power | 53 mi | 30° NNE | Poor | Whitehall, MT |
| K34NR-DLow power | 54 mi | 5° N | Poor | Butte, MT |
| K24MP-DTranslator | 55 mi | 10° N | Poor | Butte, MT |
| K33OV-DTranslator | 57 mi | 31° NNE | Poor | Whitehall, MT |
| K08PI-DTranslator | 61 mi | 261° W | Poor | Salmon, ID |
| K11TY-DTranslator | 61 mi | 261° W | Poor | Salmon, ID |
| K26ON-DTranslator | 63 mi | 346° NNW | Poor | Deer Lodge, Etc., MT |
| K29LY-DTranslator | 67 mi | 266° W | Poor | Salmon, ID |
| K30PW-DTranslator | 67 mi | 266° W | Poor | Salmon, ID |
| K15ME-DTranslator | 67 mi | 266° W | Poor | Salmon, ID |
How Dillon compares with the rest of Montana
With 4 stations at fair strength or better, Dillon ranks 59th of 104 places in Montana: fewer than the typical Montana town (5). Its nearest major network tower is 55 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 Dillon: 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 10° N, the direction of KTVM-TV (NBC), 55 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 4 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 Dillon, MT?
ABC is on channel 18 from KWYB, broadcasting from 55 miles N of Dillon. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Dillon, MT?
CBS is on channel 4 from KXLF-TV, broadcasting from 55 miles N of Dillon. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Dillon, MT?
NBC is on channel 6 from KTVM-TV, broadcasting from 55 miles N of Dillon. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Dillon?
30 transmitters within 70 miles of Dillon; around 4 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 Dillon?
Point your antenna N, at about 10°. The main network towers for Dillon sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Dillon?
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 Dillon?
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 Dillon?
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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