Scorpion Truck Mounted Attenuator
Posted By cprewitt On June 1, 2012 @ 10:00 am In Boomerang,New Safety Products From Better Roads | No Comments
The Scorpion TMA has been tested and PASSED ALL optional and mandatory requirements suggested in the NCHRP-350 Report for TL-3 evaluation criteria-for speeds up to 62.5mph (100km/h)
Different by Design
- The hydraulic system allows the cartridge to be partially raised for maximum road clearance and maneuverability
- Scorpion’s low profile and open tubular design in beneficial in minimizing wind resistance and drag, allowing you to drive at freeway speeds safely, as well as increasing rear visibility and gas mileage
- Scorpion’s lightweight aluminum construction minimizes rust and other corrosive elements and weighs only 1,800 lbs.
- With its modular design, Scorpion crushes in progressive stages upon impact thus reducing repair costs
- Scorpion’s durable construction and heavy duty tubular side rails minimize incidental back-up or turning damage
- The unique curved design redirects side angle impacts away from the exposed corner of the truck
- Scorpion can be easily and quickly mounted to or removed from the truck
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