Road Systems, Inc.

How the SKT Functions

The SKT 350 (Sequential Kinking Terminal) is an energy absorbing tangent terminal. The SKT is 50'-0" long and has 8 breakaway posts. NCHRP 350 APPROVED!

New Hinged Steel Post Option available.

During head-on impacts, the SKT head slides over the W-beam guardrail. The rail is sequentially kinked or bent as it moves through the head. The kinked guardrail exits the head safely and the vehicle is brought to a controlled stop. When impacted along the side within the length-of-need, the SKT functions like guardrail. The errant vehicle is safely redirected back toward its original travel path.

NEW SOIL PLATE OPTION:
The FHWA now allows the 4'-6" long foundation tubes at posts 3 & 4 or posts 3 - 8 to be insalled without the soil plates. This design is optional and the contract plans must be followed. See FAQ #8 for additional information.

Benefits and Features

The only component different from the FLEAT is the impact head. This greatly reduces inventory requirements.
The forces required to push the impact head down the rail are lower than other tangent end terminals.
The impact head weighs less than 175 pounds. The high strength steel construction and lower impact forces results in a better performing design.
The impact head is significantly easier to remove from the rail compared to competitive systems.
The refined design over older technology improves the impact performance efficiency. The longer impact head and improved cable anchor bracket results in a better terminal.
The SKT is available from multiple distributors. This means the end of sole source supply.

NOTE: The SKT is available in a 2, 4, or 8 foundation tube option.