Crash-Rated Bollards are designed to stop various types of vehicles up to specific speeds from penetrating desired secure perimeters. These crash-rated bollards have a ratings system originally developed by the Department of State in 1985, then revised up until 2003. This was known as the K-Ratings system. The crash-rated bollard, or barrier, was given an “L” rating certification based on the distance a 15,000 lb. vehicle traveled beyond the bollard or barrier (up to an allowable distance without failing).
Although the DoS system is still commonly referred to today, the more recently recognized ASTM crash-ratings system, which has essentially replaced the older K-Ratings system is usually set as the current standard. The new M-Ratings System is overseen by the (ASTM) American Society for Testing Materials. The difference is how far the various weighted vehicles penetrates beyond the crash-rated bollards / barriers. This is now known as a “P” rating, with P1 being the least penetration and P3 being the greatest allowable penetration. Completely opposite of the previous DoS “L” penetration with L3 being the lowest and L1 being the most allowable penetration.
Crash ratings of bollards are determined by three factors:
Weight of the vehicle.
Speed the vehicle is traveling.
How far the vehicle penetrates beyond the crash-rated bollard.
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Crash-Rated Bollard/Barrier Certifications
DoS Ratings:
K4 Crash Rating: Bollard/Barrier stops a 15,000 lb Vehicle traveling at 30mph
K8 Crash Rating: Bollard/Barrier stops a 15,000 lb Vehicle traveling at 40mph
K12 Crash Rating: Bollard/Barrier stops a 15,000 lb Vehicle traveling at 50mph
ASTM Ratings:
M30 Crash Rating: Bollard/Barrier stops a 15,000 lb Vehicle traveling at 30mph
M40 Crash Rating: Bollard/Barrier stops a 15,000 lb Vehicle traveling at 40mph
M50 Crash Rating: Bollard/Barrier stops a 15,000 lb Vehicle traveling at 50mph
ASTM Crash Certifications For Different Types of Vehicles:
SC-Rating: Small Passenger Vehicles 2,430 lb.
PU-Rating: Pickup Vehicles 5,070 lb.
M-Rating: Medium-duty Trucks 15,000 lb.
H-Rating: Heavy Vehicles 65,000 lb.
ASTM SC40 Crash Rated Fixed Bollards
Stops up to a 2,430 lb. vehicle traveling up to 40 MPH
1 meter or less of vehicle penetration (P1)
Minimum 3 Bollard Array (Engineered)
Simply Excavate, Set Bollard / Rebar, & Pour
Quick Installation at Reduced Costs
Follows Turns & Grade Changes
Removable Bollard Model Available
ASTM SC40 Crash Rated Removable Bollards
Stops up to a 2,430 lb. vehicle traveling up to 40 MPH
1 meter or less of vehicle penetration (P1)
Minimum 3 Bollard Array (Engineered)
Simply Excavate, Set Bollard / Rebar, & Pour
Quick Installation at Reduced Costs
Follows Turns & Grade Changes
Fixed Bollard Model Available
ASTM PU40 Crash Rated Fixed Bollards
Stops up to a 5070 lb. vehicle traveling up to 40 MPH
1 meter or less of vehicle penetration (P1)
Minimum 3 Bollard Array (Engineered)
Simply Excavate, Set Bollard / Rebar, & Pour
Quick Installation at Reduced Costs
Follows Turns & Grade Changes
Removable Bollard Model Available
ASTM PU40 Crash Rated Removable Bollards
Stops up to a 5,070 lb. vehicle traveling up to 40 MPH
1 meter or less of vehicle penetration (P1)
Minimum 3 Bollard Array (Engineered)
Simply Excavate, Set Bollard / Rebar, & Pour
Quick Installation at Reduced Costs
Follows Turns & Grade Changes
Fixed Bollard Model Available
ASTM M30 Crash Rated Fixed Bollards
Stops up to a 15,000 lb. vehicle traveling up to 30 MPH
1 meter or less of vehicle penetration (P1)
Minimum 3 Bollard Array (Engineered)
Simply Excavate, Set Bollard / Rebar, & Pour
Quick Installation at Reduced Costs
Follows Turns & Grade Changes
Removable Bollard Model Available
ASTM M30 Crash Rated Removable Bollards
Stops up to a 15,000 lb. vehicle traveling up to 30 MPH
1 meter or less of vehicle penetration (P1)
Minimum 3 Bollard Array (Engineered)
Simply Excavate, Set Bollard / Rebar, & Pour
Quick Installation at Reduced Costs
Follows Turns & Grade Changes
Fixed Bollard Model Available
DOS K12 (DS22) Crash Rated Fixed Bollards
Stops up to a 15,000 lb. vehicle traveling up to 50 MPH
1 meter or less of vehicle penetration (L3)
Follows Turns & Grade Changes
Removable Bollard Model Available