Attenuators

Specifications

TL-2 TL-3 • Length 12’ 7” 17’ 5” • Width 96” 96” • Height 36” 36” • Weight 1,460 lbs 1,900 lbs

Features 

• NCHRP 350 tested and approved for all mandatory and optional offset and angled impacts

• Only Trailer Attenuator, tested and approved when attached to a 10,000 lb host vehicle (caution – forward roll of host vehicle was 64’ when impacted by a 4,500 lb truck traveling at 63.5 mph)

• Single point attachment to standard 20,000 lb (minimum) rated pintle hook is quick and easy

• Requires little or no modification to host vehicle or additional mounting hardware (1/2” thick x 32” wide minimum pintle hook mounting plate required)

• Telescoping Anti-Rotational System (TARS™) minimizes Scorpion Trailer rotation during angled impacts and prevents trailer separation from host vehicle

• The Scorpion’s proven modular design crushes in progressive stages allowing quick and economical replacement of damaged parts

• The unique curved design gives full width protection to the back of the host vehicle and protects the “coffin corners” of the truck

• Rear axle placement improves trailer stability and prevents the tail from “bottoming out” on driveways or uneven surfaces

• Overall length of Scorpion Trailer Attenuator is only 17’ 5” – the shortest on the market

• Integrated electric brake system comes standard on Scorpion Trailer – brakes are automatically activated in the event of trailer separation or hitch failure

• Available in a shorter (12’ 7”) lower speed TL-2 (45 mph) model, which is ideal for congested city streets or where posted speeds are 45 mph or less

• Optional Arrow or Message Board can easily be attached to Scorpion Trailer Attenuator

Tested and passed all mandatory requirements suggested in the NCHRP-350 Report for TL-3 evaluation criteria – for speeds up to 62.5 mph.

TXDot Approval letter available upon request.

Features:

* The hydraulic system allows the cartridge to be partially raised for maximum road clearance and maneuverability

* Scorpion’s low profile and open tubular design is 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 1,180 lbs. (About 2/3 the weight of competitive products)

* 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

* 90 degree angle for travel and storage (Appoximately 12 feet high) 180 degree angle for high speed travel and storage over the truck bed (Approximately 10ft 6 in high) 

* TC2 models available upon request

Scorpion can be easily and quickly mounted to or removed from the truck Trailer version available upon request.

Upon purchase trucks will be built to your specifications. TMA’s are test level 3, federal and TXDOT approved. All makes and models are available through special order including trailer-mounted attenuators.

Rental units available – Call for availability