Facts for the CN Tower, Toronto

Thrusting skyward 1815 feet, the world's tallest free-standing structure contains sophisticated broadcasting and communications equipment as well as many tourist attractions.

Construction commenced - February 6, 1973

Public Opening - June 26, 1976

Total Weight - 130,000 tons

Volume of Concrete - 53,000 cubic yards

Post-tensioned Steel - 80 miles

Reinforcing Steel - 5,000 tons

Structural Steel - 600 tons

Number involved in construction - 1,537

Number of Elevators - 5

Broadcast Facilities - UHF and VHF, FM radio microwave transmission, fixed mobile systems

Top of Toronto - World's highest and largest revolving restaurant.

Comparison:

Commerce Court, Toronto - 942 feet

Empire State Building, New York - 1250 feet

Moscow, Moscow - 1761.89 feet

CN Tower, Toronto - 1815.5 feet