Tyre Killers vs Road Blockers: What’s Better for Military Use?
Military zones, border checkpoints, and defense sites demand the highest level of vehicle access control. Among available HVM products, two heavy-duty solutions stand out: Tyre Killers and Road Blockers.
1. What are Tyre Killers? These are spike-based barriers installed on roads. If a vehicle attempts forced entry, the steel spikes puncture and destroy the tyres, immobilizing it.
2. What are Road Blockers? These are heavy-duty rising platforms made from reinforced steel. They stop a vehicle completely by lifting a solid obstruction from the ground.
3. Security Comparison
- Tyre Killers: Great for disabling but not necessarily stopping a heavy vehicle at high speed.
- Road Blockers: Offers higher protection. Stops even heavy-duty vehicles completely when crash-rated.
4. Installation Needs
- Tyre Killers: Simpler installation, ideal for narrow lanes or compact entry points.
- Road Blockers: Requires civil work and deeper foundation. Suitable for wide or high-security access zones.
5. Use Case Scenarios
- Tyre Killers: Secondary checkpoints, parking lots in army zones
- Road Blockers: Primary gates at military bases, armories, border crossings
For critical military infrastructure, crash-rated road blockers (K8/K12) provide the ultimate protection. Tyre killers are a useful secondary deterrent but should be used in combination with high-impact barriers for maximum security.
Contact Secure India today to learn more about our crash rated bollards, barriers, road blockers and gates, find the perfect security solution for your facility.
