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Old 9th May 2020, 22:36
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nomorehelosforme
 
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Originally Posted by Gordy
In the US anything over 50' is considered long lining.

length used depends on the task at hand. 100' is most common, although for pole sets and HEC on power lines we prefer 60'.

Fire fighting ca go anywhere from 100 to 250 depending on terrain and fuel type.
Gordy, at 250 that must be bloody difficult to control, obviously there must be reasons to have it so long? Would be interesting to hear your feedback.
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