Raptor Crash Cushion

Raptor Crash Cushion Hire: Low Cost, High Value

A raptor crash cushion is a compact, energy-absorbing crash cushion designed to protect motorists from head-on and side-on impacts. It is essential for shielding utility poles, and other fixed hazards in high-risk areas where a larger device will not fit.

The raptor crash cushion is engineered for sites where traditional crash cushions are too large or impractical. Its compact footprint makes it ideal for narrow shoulders, median islands, tight roadside verges and locations with limited clearance. Despite its smaller size, its energy-absorbing modules compress on impact, reducing injury risk in head-on crashes, while its shape deflects vehicles away during side impacts.

These units have been tested to MASH, and TL-1 guidelines, ensuring recognised, industry-standard performance. Their simple installation process and lightweight design make them a practical, fast-deployment solution for asset protection.

Hiring through RPM Hire gives project managers confidence through:

• Proven energy absorption for head-on impacts
• Controlled vehicle deflection for side-on collisions
• Reliable protection for trees, poles and roadside assets 

For teams comparing crash cushion hire options, Raptor units offer one of the most cost-effective risk-reduction tools available.

• Meets both MASH TL1and NCHRP-350 TL-1 test criteria
• Exceptional energy- absorbing capability
• Usable in places typically impossible to protect such as utility poles and trees
• Compact size and easy installation (under 30 minutes)
• Zero maintenance, UV Stabilised, expected lifespan 25 years
• Smooth surfaces and geometry, suitable for vulnerable road users
• After a collision occurs, the non-impacted side can still be re-used
• No foundations are required
• Fully recyclable very low-cost protection

Our Hire Process

Start by submitting an enquiry. RPM Hire will assess your site needs, recommend suitable Raptor units, and organise fast delivery. Our team supports setup, compliance guidance and efficient removal once your hire period ends.

 Raptor Crash Cushion barrier pole protector hire in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Perth and Hobart and Adelaide.

The Raptor Crash Cushion is an energy absorbing safety device designed to reduce the severity of vehicle impacts with utility poles or tree. The raptors barriers unique technology offers a compact low-cost solution in places where typical crash cushions would not physically fit and be able to provide sufficient protection.

The Raptor cushion protector offers exceptional vehicle control, equip with energy absorbing capabilities during head on collisions; the impact energy is absorbed by internal plastic cartridges. In addition, the raptor barrier is also capable of deflecting a vehicle in side-on impacts. Its exceptional vehicle control and energy absorbing capabilities make the Raptor crash cushion an ideal traffic management solution for utility pole and tree protection. The Raptor barrier has been tested to both MASH and NCHRP 350 guidelines for a gating, non-re-directive crash cushion and has been judged to have satisfied the required evaluation criteria for Test Level 1 (TL-1).

 RPM Hire have a team of barrier and crash cushion experts that can assist with your next hire. We offer full turnkey traffic management solutions including equipment supply, delivery, installation and equipment removal. 

For Raptor cushion hire, contact the RPM Hire team via our contact form or call now on 1300 479 570.