Lightweight, Portable Mast Systems by Rolatube
Portable antenna, camera and lighting masts from 2m to 10m – deployed and rigid in minutes.
Class-leading strength-to-weight: up to 23kg of payload from a 5.8kg mast.
No telescopic sections to jam.
No heavy steel towers.
Just lightweight, temporary masts that put your equipment at height, wherever you need it.
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Mast Systems for Your Application
System 50 Single Tube Mast
The most portable mast in the range. A single 51mm mast tube gives heights from 2m to 4m in a pack that fits in a rucksack – a lightweight mast from just 2kg, deployed by one person in minutes.
| Model | Max Height | Top Load | System Weight | Tube Diameter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| System 50 2m | 2m (6.6ft) | 10kg (22lbs) | 2kg (4.4lbs) | 51mm (2″) |
| System 50 3m | 3m (9.8ft) | 7kg (15.4lbs) | 2.4kg (5.3lbs) | 51mm (2″) |
| System 50 4m | 4m (13.1ft) | 3kg (6.6lbs) | 2.9kg (6.4lbs) | 51mm (2″) |
System 75 Single Tube Mast
More height and payload capacity from the same rollable mast tube technology. Heights from 3m to 7m make it the go-to antenna mast for radios, communications equipment and monitoring gear in the field.
| Model | Max Height | Top Load | System Weight | Tube Diameter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| System 75 3m | 3m (9.8ft) | 11kg (24.2lbs) | 3.8kg (8.4lbs) | 75mm (3″) |
| System 75 4m | 4m (13.1ft) | 7kg (15.4lbs) | 4.5kg (9.9lbs) | 75mm (3″) |
| System 75 5m | 5m (16.4ft) | 5kg (11lbs) | 5.1kg (11.2lbs) | 75mm (3″) |
| System 75 7m | 7m (23ft) | 2kg (4.4lbs) | 8kg (17.6lbs) | 75mm (3″) |
System 75 Double Tube Mast
Two composite tubes wrap around each other, significantly increasing payload capacity and stability at every height. This is the camera mast of the range – the choice for heavier surveillance, lighting and communications payloads.
| Model | Max Height | Top Load | System Weight | Tube Diameter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| System 75 DT 3m | 3m (9.8ft) | 23kg (51lbs) | 5.8kg (12.8lbs) | 75mm (3″) |
| System 75 DT 4m | 4m (13.1ft) | 20kg (44lbs) | 7.4kg (16.3lbs) | 75mm (3″) |
| System 75 DT 5m | 5m (16.4ft) | 15kg (33lbs) | 9kg (19.8lbs) | 75mm (3″) |
| System 75 DT 7m | 7m (23ft) | 5kg (11lbs) | 12.5kg (27.5lbs) | 75mm (3″) |
System 100 Single Tube Mast
The tallest deployable mast in the range. Up to 10m of height with an integrated rolacage and foot-operated brake for controlled deployment and recovery with 2-4 personnel – a portable alternative to trailer masts and fixed towers.
| Model | Max Height | Top Load | System Weight | Tube Diameter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| System 100 8m | 8m (26.2ft) | 15kg (33lbs) | 22.7kg (50lbs) | 101mm (4″) |
| System 100 10m | 10m (32.8ft) | 12kg (26.4lbs) | 24.36kg (53.7lbs) | 101mm (4″) |
Strength Where It Counts: Real Payloads, Lightweight Masts
No mast this light and compact carries more. Rolatube’s BRC mast tubes deploy into a rigid, stable mast load-rated for real payloads – antennas, cameras, floodlights, sensors – from a kit that travels in the back of a vehicle or on your back.
A fixed tower or trailer mast will always win on absolute load – but you can’t carry one across a site, take it up a stairwell or have it standing in minutes. If you need a portable mast that puts serious equipment at height – deployable mast capability at a fraction of the weight – nothing else comes close. And with no telescopic sections, hydraulics or winches, there is nothing to jam, seize or fail: durable by design, with almost nothing to maintain.
Which Mast Do I Need?
| System | Heights | Max top load | Weight from | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| System 50 Single Tube | 2m / 3m / 4m | Up to 10kg | 2kg | Small antennas, sensors, Wi-Fi access points |
| System 75 Single Tube | 3m to 7m | Up to 11kg | 3.8kg | Radio antennas, lighting, monitoring equipment |
| System 75 Double Tube | 3m to 7m | Up to 23kg | 5.8kg | CCTV cameras, floodlights, heavier comms |
| System 100 Single Tube | 8m / 10m | Up to 15kg | 22.7kg | Lighting towers & communication masts at height |
All systems withstand winds of 100kph (62mph) when correctly deployed. Specifications vary by model and configuration – get in touch for full datasheets.
Not sure which mast fits your payload and height?
Tell us what you’re putting up and how high, and we’ll recommend the right system – or call us on +44 (0)1590 688019.
Antenna Masts for Radio, Telecoms & Wi-Fi
Rolatube antenna masts put radios, integrated antenna units and Wi-Fi access points exactly where they need to be – from a 2m Wi-Fi mast on a site cabin to a 7m communication mast in open country, or a vehicle-mounted 4G antenna on the move.
Where a permanent telecom mast is overkill, a temporary antenna mast system deploys in minutes, carries up to 23kg of communications equipment, and rolls away when the job is done.
Discuss your antenna applicationCamera Masts for CCTV, Surveillance & Security
A Rolatube camera mast puts CCTV, thermal imaging and inspection cameras at height without towers or scaffold – a temporary security mast for construction sites, events and critical infrastructure.
The System 75 Double Tube carries up to 23kg of camera and surveillance equipment, and the whole surveillance mast packs into the back of any vehicle, ready to redeploy at the next site.
Discuss your camera applicationLighting Masts for Sites & Events
Rolatube lighting masts raise floodlights and temporary site lighting in minutes – no tower hire, no trailer, no generator-dragging fuel runs to a fixed lighting rig.
From a single floodlight on a System 50 to heavier lighting rigs on the System 75 Double Tube, it’s a portable lighting mast one person can carry, deploy and move around the site as the work moves.
Discuss your lighting applicationTemporary & Deployable Masts, Anywhere
Every Rolatube system is a true deployable mast: rolled out, guyed and working in minutes, then recovered just as fast. Ideal wherever a temporary mast beats permanent infrastructure.
Emergency response, outdoor events, short-term monitoring, seasonal works – put equipment at height for a day, a week or a season, then take the mast with you to the next job.
Discuss your deploymentWhy Rolatube Masts?
Exceptional Strength to Weight
Up to 23kg of payload from a 5.8kg mast – serious load capacity from lightweight mast systems a fraction of the weight of traditional alternatives.
Incredibly Compact
The mast tube rolls up for transport, so every system packs down to a fraction of its deployed height – rucksacks for the small systems, one vehicle for the lot.
Ready in Minutes
No complex assembly. No telescopic sections to jam. Masts deploy from their packed state and are ready to use in minutes – and recover just as fast.
No Moving Parts
Virtually maintenance-free. No hydraulics, no pneumatics, no mechanical joints to service or replace.
Built for the Weather
All systems withstand winds of 100kph (62mph) when correctly deployed. Weather-resistant and recoverable when iced.
One-Person Portable
System 50 and System 75 masts are carried and deployed by a single person. Even the 10m System 100 needs only 2-4 people – no crane, no trailer, no vehicle access to the deployment point.
Sectors We Serve
Wherever equipment needs a stable, load-rated platform at height, a Rolatube mast does the job of a tower, trailer or scaffold at a fraction of the weight, cost and setup time.
Construction & Civil Engineering
Lighting masts, security cameras and site connectivity that move around the site as the work does.
Events & Venues
Temporary masts for event CCTV, floodlighting and communications – up in minutes, gone the next day.
Emergency Services & Response
Rapid-deployment masts for comms, scene lighting and surveillance wherever the incident is.
Rail & Infrastructure
Trackside masts for inspection cameras, lighting and communications during possessions and works.
Broadcast & Media
Portable antenna masts for outside broadcast, live events and field reporting.
Telecoms & Connectivity
Temporary antenna mast systems for coverage where the network doesn’t reach – yet.
Environmental & Scientific
Field-ready masts for sensors and instruments that need clean air and clear sightlines.
Security & Surveillance
Camera masts for temporary CCTV, thermal imaging and perimeter monitoring.
And many more – contact us to discuss your application.
Trusted in the Field
Military Heritage
Rolatube mast systems are derived from designs proven in defence applications worldwide – the same rollable composite technology, built for industry.
Patented Technology
Rolatube’s Bi-stable Reeled Composite (BRC) material is patented and proven – the only technology of its kind delivering a fully rigid mast from a rolled tube.
UK Designed & Supported
Designed and supported from our facility in Lymington, Hampshire. Talk to the people who actually make the product on +44 (0)1590 688019.
Maritime & Coastguard Agency
When coastguard teams deploy across cliff paths, beaches and headlands that vehicles can’t reach, their equipment has to be carried in on foot and set up fast – in any weather. The MCA use a modular Rolatube kit, built around the System 75 5m mast and System 50 2m tripod, for frontline operations, training and public demonstrations.
- Reduced weight and pack size compared to telescopic alternatives
- One modular system – from standalone tripod to fully extended 5m mast
- No moving parts to seize – ready for short-notice response
“Unmatched by anything else on the market.”Anthony L.On Rolatube portability
“Improved the efficiency of the overall maintenance process.”Project Engineer, BNFInspection system deployment
“This design allowed us to enhance our robot’s capabilities and competitiveness.”Roger BaasTeam Leader, Code Red Robotics
Guides & Insights
How to Choose a Portable Mast
A practical buyer’s guide – height, payload, deployment time and everything else that matters.
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What Is a Deployable Mast?
What makes a mast truly deployable – and where rollable composite beats telescopic and pneumatic designs.
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Portable vs Telescopic Masts
A practical comparison – weight, pack size, maintenance and deployment, side by side.
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Portable Masts for Outdoor Events
Lighting, security and communications for events – up in minutes, gone without a trace.
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Portable Masts for Emergency Services
Mobile, deployable masts for rapid response – comms and lighting wherever the incident is.
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Portable Masts for Construction Sites
Lighting, security and comms on site – without towers, trailers or permanent infrastructure.
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Masts & Tripods for Broadcasting
Portable field support for TV and radio – live events, emergency reporting and outside broadcast.
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Masts & Tripods for the Railway Sector
Trackside lighting, communications, security monitoring and inspection for rail works.
Read the guideMast FAQs
Can I use a Rolatube mast as an antenna mast?
Yes – antenna masts are one of the most common uses. From small antennas and Wi-Fi access points on a System 50 to radios, integrated antennas and 4G/5G small cells on the System 75 range, a Rolatube antenna mast system deploys in minutes and carries up to 23kg of communications equipment. Contact us to check fitting for your antenna.
How tall do the masts go?
From 2m to 10m. System 50 covers 2-4m, System 75 covers 3-7m in single and double tube versions, and System 100 reaches 8m and 10m – all from packs portable enough to carry to the deployment point by hand.
Can they carry CCTV and security cameras?
Yes. The System 75 Double Tube is the camera mast of the range, carrying up to 23kg – enough for CCTV, thermal imaging and larger camera systems. It’s widely used as a temporary security and surveillance mast on construction sites, at events and around critical infrastructure.
How quickly can a mast be deployed?
Minutes. The mast tube rolls out from its packed state into a fully rigid mast with no assembly and no telescopic sections – and recovery is just as fast, which is what makes them ideal as temporary, redeployable masts.
How much wind can they take?
All systems withstand winds of 100kph (62mph) when correctly deployed and guyed. They are weather-resistant and recoverable even when iced.
How portable are they really?
The System 50 2m mast weighs just 2kg and fits in a rucksack. Most of the range is carried and deployed by one person; even the 10m System 100 needs only 2-4 people and no vehicle access to the deployment point.
Let’s find the right mast for your application
Every deployment is different. Get in touch and we’ll help you identify the right mast system, height and configuration for your specific requirements.
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