Range Towers | Prefabricated Observation, Fire, and Control Towers

Get a superior vantage point with prefabricated steel towers for air traffic, firewatch, lifeguard stations, and training range oversight.

beachside observation tower featuring a railed platform and staircase for coastal surveillance

What Is a Prefabricated Range Tower?

A range tower is an elevated, enclosed structure that gives personnel a clear view over large outdoor spaces. Prefabricated steel towers are used for fire lookout tower operations, air traffic controller towers, lifeguard towers, and military range observation.

Features include:

Modular steel construction
Enclosed climate-controlled booths
Interior stairs, platforms, or ladders

Custom Tower Heights and Enclosures for Any Terrain

Range towers are fully customizable, including cab size, deck height, exterior finish, and visibility options. Whether you're building an air traffic control tower or a firewatch tower, prefabricated platforms offer quick installation with long-term durability.

Features include:

Optional blast-resistant or ballistic materials
360-degree viewing with tinted or laminated windows
Built to meet wind and seismic codes

guard tower on elevated platform with safety railing and stairs for improved site monitoring

portable platform observation tower with fixed stairs and enclosed cabin for elevated site observation

Rapid Deployment for Government and Public Safety

Towers can be assembled quickly at military installations, national parks, and airports. Prefab firewatch towers and air traffic control towers can be installed with minimal disruption to critical operations.

Add to your field:

Turnkey construction and delivery
Compatible with comms, cameras, and PA systems
Ideal for training ranges, airfields, and forests

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Where Range Towers Can Be Used

Frequently Asked Questions

A firewatch tower, also called a fire lookout tower, is a raised observation structure used to spot wildfires in forested or remote areas.

Air traffic control towers help manage aircraft movement on runways and in surrounding airspace by providing clear sightlines and communications.

There are over 500 air traffic control towers across the United States, supporting commercial, regional, and military airports.

Tower height varies by location, but most range from 60 to over 300 feet tall, depending on airport size and visibility needs.

Yes. Many towers are designed for off-grid use with solar panels, generators, or remote power tie-ins.

Most towers include a steel structure, enclosed cab, lighting, ventilation, and the option to add communications, electrical, and security systems.

Honest Results

“I have to compliment your installation crew. They were extremely professional. They called before they came out to let me know they were on the way, checked in when they got here, and did the work fast and professionally. Our installation took place during business hours in our busiest department and I really appreciated their efforts to make the entire installation seamless. The install crew is a credit to your company. Thank you.”

“I would like to share my experience today. I am a new employee with the City of Austin. I was put into a position to print file labels with no form of instructions. With some digging, I found label stickers with your company’s website address and 877 telephone number. So, I called today, hoping this was the right place with some information going forward. The customer representative who assisted me was Ms. Channel. And was I lucky!”

“...I especially would like to give KUDOS to Bruce (my go to guy!). Bruce is always gracious and informative and never makes us feel dumb. I know all of your staff/technicians are knowledgeable and professional, but we always enjoy knowing Bruce is coming because of his thoroughness and commitment to excellent customer service.”

Southwest Solutions Near You

With 7 offices in Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas and Colorado, plus teams covering every major metro area nationwide, Southwest Solutions Group delivers expert range tower sales, design, installation, and maintenace support wherever you need it.

Range Tower Service Areas

Texas

Offices in Austin, Dallas, Houston & San Antonio w/ sales, design, and installation coverage statewide

Austin
Dallas
El Paso
Fort Worth
Houston
San Antonio

Oklahoma

Office in Edmond w/ sales, design, and installation coverage statewide

Broken Arrow
Edmond
Lawton
Norman
Oklahoma City
Tulsa

Kansas

Office in Lenexa w/ sales, design, and installation coverage statewide

Kansas City
Lawrence
Olathe
Overland Park
Topeka
Wichita

Colorado

Office in Englewood w/ sales, design, and installation coverage statewide

Aurora
Colorado Springs
Denver
Fort Collins
Lakewood
Boulder

Alaska