Guardrail: choosing truck-mounted vs self-propelled

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20/06/20255 min read

Guardrail: choosing truck-mounted vs self-propelled

Key takeaways

The truck-mounted TURCHI 160 is ideal for linear road sites.
The self-propelled TURCHI 260F offers greater flexibility on difficult terrain.
The choice depends on site type and operating conditions.

Truck-mounted: TURCHI 160

The TURCHI 160 is designed for truck mounting with a three-position turntable. It's the most straightforward solution for road sites with easy access and linear work along the carriageway. Automatic drop and fixed pressure variants cover different needs.

Self-propelled tracked: TURCHI 260F

The TURCHI 260F is a self-propelled tracked pile driver, suited for sites where mobility on mixed or sloped terrain is essential. Used in both road and solar sectors, it offers superior versatility.

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Selection criteria

Evaluate: site type (linear vs distributed), terrain conditions, accessibility, required work rate. For standard road sites, the truck-mounted 160 is often the most efficient solution. For complex terrain or mixed applications, the 260F offers greater adaptability.

FAQ

FAQ

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It depends on the truck it's mounted on. For difficult terrain, the tracked 260 is more suitable.

The truck-mounted 160, thanks to fast mobility on asphalt.

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TURCHI 300F hydraulic pile driver on solar farm

3+ MW · Utility

TURCHI 300F

150+piles per day

Machine type: Self-propelled tracked
Working height: 6 m
Weight: 4.400 kg
Impact energy: 950 / 1.200 J
System pressure: 180 bar
Frontal tilt: +10° / -51°
Lateral tilt: ±9,5°

Best for

3+ MW arrays, maximum productivity, large projects

TURCHI 260F on site

TURCHI 260

150+piles per day

Machine type: Self-propelled tracked
Working height: 3,50 m
Weight: 3.500 kg
Impact energy: 950 / 1.200 J
System pressure: 170 bar
Frontal tilt: +10° / -51°
Lateral tilt: ±9,5°

Best for

1–2 MW solar arrays, balanced speed, great for road work

TURCHI 160 pile driver

TURCHI 160

100+piles per day

Machine type: Truck-mounted (CA / PTO)
Working height: 4 m
Weight: 1.500–1.800 kg
Impact energy: 720 / 830 / 950 J
System pressure: 170–180 bar
Frontal tilt: +10° / -15°
Lateral tilt: ±9,5° / ±10°

Best for

Mid-scale projects, mobile installers

TURCHI BACCO tracked pile driver in a vineyard

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150+posts/day

Machine type: Self-propelled tracked
Working height: 2,90 m
Weight: 4.400 kg
Impact energy: 950 J
System pressure: 200 bar
Frontal tilt: +10° / -51°
Lateral tilt: ±10°

Best for

Vineyards and orchards, sloping terrain

TURCHI rubber-tracked pile cart loaded with piles on site

2,000 kg payload

CARRETTO PORTAPALI

+40%siteproductivity

Machine type: Self-propelled tracked
Maximum payload: 2,000 kg
Unladen weight: 1,050 kg
Travel speed: 3.3 km/h

Best for

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