Guardrail pile driver: truck or self-propelled
For guardrail post installation, the choice is between a truck-mounted pile driver and a self-propelled tracked machine.
Access, ground, slopes and work rate show whether the TURCHI 160 or 260F is the right configuration.
Guardrail pile driver: truck or self-propelled
TURCHI offers two different configurations for road work. The 160 on a truck is the direct solution for linear work along the carriageway. The self-propelled 260F is a tracked machine for areas where the truck cannot reach or stay stable.
| Configuration | TURCHI 160 (truck) | TURCHI 260F (self-propelled) |
|---|---|---|
| Mounting | On a truck, three-position turntable | Self-propelled tracked machine |
| Ideal site | Linear road work, easy access | Mixed ground, slopes |
| Sectors | Road | Road and solar |
| Strength | Direct carriageway solution | Mobility and versatility |
TURCHI 160 on a truck
The TURCHI 160 mounts on a truck with a three-position turntable. It is the direct solution for road sites with easy access and linear work along the carriageway. The truck moves on the road while the pile driver works at the required points without additional transport vehicles.
Automatic drop and fixed pressure variants cover different operating needs.
Self-propelled tracked TURCHI 260F
The TURCHI 260F is a self-propelled tracked pile driver for sites where mobility on mixed ground or slopes is decisive. Its tracks take it where the truck cannot reach or cannot remain stable.
It works in the road sector, with guardrails and sigma posts, and in solar. One machine can therefore cover more applications when the site requires independent mobility.
Technical criteria for choosing a guardrail pile driver
The choice depends on four factors:
- Site type: linear work along the road or work spread across an area.
- Ground conditions: a stable road foundation or mixed ground and slopes.
- Access: the truck reaches the site easily or a self-moving machine is needed.
- Work rate: the driving pace required by the site schedule.
For standard road sites, the 160 on a truck is often the most efficient solution. For complex ground or mixed road and solar applications, the 260F offers more adaptability.
Install guardrail posts according to EN 1317 regulations, which set the geometry and driving requirements.
Match the configuration to your site with the 7-step configurator.
Frequently asked questions
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It depends on the site. On linear road works with easy access, the TURCHI 160 on a truck is often the most efficient. On mixed ground or slopes, the self-propelled tracked 260F offers more adaptability.
It is the truck mounting system for the TURCHI 160. It lets the pile driver work in three positions along the carriageway. Automatic drop and fixed pressure variants are available.
No. The self-propelled tracked 260F works in the road sector, with guardrails and sigma posts, and in solar, thanks to its mobility on mixed ground and slopes.
