The RB22 Barrier is the highest approved plastic crash barrier on the UK Highways approval list, tested and approved to BS EN1317 N1 at 50mph. Manufactured from prime UV-stabilised polyethylene, the one-piece moulded system is one of the fastest deployable crash barriers for sale in the UK, designed for roadworks on heavy-traffic roads, Construction Site Traffic Management, and site and asset protection where a verified impact containment rating is required.
The RB22 is a water filled barrier with a 600kg filled weight and a MIRA wind speed rating of 78mph when filled, providing exceptional stability for exposed highway locations. On impact, the barrier brings an errant vehicle to a controlled stop. The RB22 is reusable after impact if it is not punctured or damaged, which delivers a meaningful lifecycle cost advantage over concrete alternatives and reduces the procurement cost of replacing barriers following incidents.
The pin hinge locking system, fitted on two flat screw-fixed steel plates, secures barrier units together quickly for a robust connection without crane or heavy machinery. Wide forklift slots are integrated at the base for driver visibility and safe machine handling. Optional Solid Hoarding and Mesh Panels increase the overall height, and pedestrian and vehicle gates are compatible with the system for access management within the barrier line.
Key Features and Benefits
BS EN1317 N1 crash tested at 50mph: The highest approved plastic crash barrier on the UK Highways approval list, providing a strong specification reference for procurement documentation and method statements
Reusable after impact: Structurally sound for reuse if not punctured or damaged, reducing the lifecycle cost compared to single-use or concrete alternatives
600kg filled weight, 78mph wind rated: MIRA-tested stability for exposed highway and high-traffic site conditions
Pin hinge locking system: Steel plate fixings create a fast, strong connection without heavy equipment or permanent fixings
Wide forklift slots: Designed for clear driver visibility and safe, efficient machine handling on site
Hoarding and gate compatible: Accepts solid hoarding, mesh panels, Pedestrian Gates, and vehicle gates for complete perimeter and access management
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What crash test standard does the RB22 Barrier meet?
A. The RB22 Barrier is tested and approved to BS EN1317 N1 at 50mph. The N1 containment level in the EN1317 standard defines the minimum performance level for normal containment barriers on public roads. The RB22 is the highest approved plastic barrier system on the UK Highways approval list, which makes it a strong specification choice for procurement teams and contracts directors who need a barrier with a recognised, documented test classification to support their traffic management method statements.
Q. How does the RB22 Barrier perform in high winds?
A. The RB22 is MIRA wind speed tested to 78mph when water-filled, with a total filled weight of 600kg. The pin hinge locking system connects units via two flat, screw-fixed steel plates to form a robust barrier line that maintains its alignment under load. For highway schemes and construction sites in exposed locations, the combination of 600kg filled weight and a verified 78mph wind rating provides confidence that the barrier line remains stable throughout the project duration.
Q. Is the RB22 Barrier reusable after an impact?
A. Yes. The RB22 Barrier is designed to be reused after an impact, provided it has not been punctured or damaged. This is a significant lifecycle cost advantage over concrete crash barriers for sale in the UK, which typically require replacement after a serious impact. On longer-term highway schemes where incidents are a statistical likelihood, specifying a reusable plastic crash barrier reduces replacement costs and disruption. The barrier accepts solid hoarding, mesh panels, and gate accessories after impact reinstatement, so the full perimeter system is restored without replacing the entire barrier line.
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