Installation and Operations Manual — Model 400 Series
1.2 Options
The Model 400 Series vehicle barriers are available with a broad array of options, as listed
below. Consult your purchase order or other ordering documentation to determine whether
your unit has the optional equipment.
A wooden traffic control gate arm to warn the vehicle operator. This arm is
positioned in front of the gate and does not rise until the gate is fully open, and
it closes before the gate starts to close.
Red/amber traffic lights. The light remains red if the gate is in any position
except fully open.
In-ground loop detector to detect the presence of a vehicle and prevent
accidental closing of the gate onto the vehicle.
Infrared safety beams to detect pedestrian traffic or as an additional vehicle
sensing device.
Keypads, card readers, or other vehicle access control devices.
Heater and/or cooling fan for the hydraulic pumping unit.
Heaters for the motor stanchion's hydraulic motor and for the roller wheels (for
extreme winter conditions).
1.3 Specifications
Key specifications for the Model 400 Series vehicle barriers are as follows.
Certified vehicle-stopping power as summarized in the table below.
Barrier
400 & 400A
450 & 450A
* If you are unfamiliar with the rating system nomenclature, contact B&B ARMR
Design operating frequency is
Design operating temperature range is 20°F – 100°F (Y°C – Y°C).
B&B ARMR
A Division of B&B Roadway and Security Solutions
Vehicle Weight
Model
15,000 pounds
(~6,800 kg)
15,000 pounds
(~6,800 kg)
for additional information.
open and close cycles per hour.
45
TROUBLESHOOTING
U.S. Department of
Vehicle Speed
State Rating*
30 mph
(~48 kph)
50 mph
(~80 kph)
12
K4
K12
04X0 Rev G