Fiberglass
40-foot-fiberglass-flagpole
40-Foot Fiberglass Flagpole with Internal Halyard
Fiberglass
FPF040IH
The 40-foot fiberglass is the largest pole in the fiberglass lineup and, notably, still ships with a tilt base — something the aluminum equivalent at this height does not offer. At 40 feet with a tilt base, one person can lower this pole to horizontal for maintenance without any lifting equipment. That is a significant operational advantage for sites without easy access to bucket trucks or cranes.
Tilt base at 40 feet
Internal halyard + lock
140 mph wind rated
Non-conductive — no grounding needed
40'
Above ground
5.8"
Butt diameter
140
MPH wind rated
6x12
Recommended flag
The 40-foot fiberglass is the largest pole in the fiberglass lineup and, notably, still ships with a tilt base — something the aluminum equivalent at this height does not offer. At 40 feet with a tilt base, one person can lower this pole to horizontal for maintenance without any lifting equipment. That is a significant operational advantage for sites without easy access to bucket trucks or cranes.
At 140 mph unflagged, this is the lowest wind rating in the fiberglass range — a natural consequence of the greater height. The 5.8-inch butt diameter and fiberglass construction still provide significant flexibility and resilience. The white gelcoat finish remains permanently maintenance-free regardless of weather or exposure.
Because fiberglass is non-conductive, no lightning grounding is required at any height in the fiberglass lineup, including this 40-foot pole. For large installations at coastal properties, resorts, or remote sites where running a grounding system is a real complication, this is a meaningful advantage.
Ideal for:
Large coastal commercial properties, waterfront resorts, remote sites where service access is difficult, and buyers who need 40-foot height without the grounding and maintenance requirements of aluminum.
Foundation Requirements
Foundation Diameter:
35 inches
Foundation Depth:
54 inches minimum below grade
Concrete Spec:
Anchor Bolts:
300 kg minimum
M16 threaded anchor rods (included)
The minimum depth assumes compacted soil. The Building Code typically requires footings below the frost line — generally a minimum of 4 feet (48") below finished grade. Consult your local municipality if in doubt. The anchor cage shipped with the pole is designed for a 4'–6' minimum depth.
Installation Overview
Engineering drawings and full installation instructions ship with the pole. This is a summary for planning purposes.
01
Dig and Pour
Auger or excavate a 26" diameter hole to 44" minimum depth. Bed in gravel, set anchor cage, pour 3,000 PSI concrete. Allow 7 days full cure (or 1 day with quick-set).
03
Walk the pole up
Assemble pole horizontal. Attach hinge pin to base. Two or three people walk the pole up to vertical from the hinge side. Secure the two non-hinge bolts.
02
Level the base
Once cured, thread leveling nuts onto anchor bolts. Place the hinge base plate over the cage, shim level in both directions, and secure with washers and large nuts.
04
Rig and Install
Verify halyard through cam cleat, attach counterweight and snaps, thread the ball finial, install flash collar. Apply silicone bead at collar top. Raise your flag.