{"product_id":"cattle-guard-18-long","title":"Cattle Guard - 18' Long","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSHOP ALL THE ROUND RAIL \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/livestock-supplies\/?cat_link=DA2C9C75-397D-4943-A240-779EBB5BE074\" title=\"Cattle Guards - Round Rails\"\u003eCATTLE GUARDS\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eOverview\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA very long (18' distance across the road) cattle guard is still a one-piece crossing that may be ordered in a six or eight-foot depth (direction of vehicular travel). It's available in the HS-20 highway rating for the 8'er or as the more economical private use guard in both sizes. To connect your fence line, including the optional cattle guard wings below, to create a complete barrier for your livestock. Please note that the HS-20 rating is only available for the 8' x 18' - not the 6' deep cattle guard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cb\u003eCattle Guard Options\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA variety of cattle crossing options are available, and we've detailed them below so you can choose the best setup for your location. The boxed grid is a steel skirt welded around the perimeter to keep dirt from getting in underneath. This design may be used directly on the ground. The box is also available as a detached feature, so you can remove the grate itself for cleaning without disturbing the surrounding area. Cattle guard wings provide a solid and seamless connection to the fence line to prevent livestock from stepping around the ends. A simple dirt ramp on either side creates a vehicle crossing while providing an effective livestock deterrent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake a look at the features and options below, and please let us know if we can help with anything at all when planning your project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you need a different rating or style, see all of our \u003cb\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/livestock-supplies\/?cat_link=34FC881A-D2E1-406E-87A8-8DBB9B0985A0\"\u003eCattle Guard\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/b\u003echoices to select the best design for your project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cb\u003e Cattle Guard Specifications \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis is a large one-piece grate, 18' long, and is available in 6' or 8' depths\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoad Beams: Channel, 8\" X 11.5 lbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComes standard with a grey enamel finish, but Safety Yellow is available upon request\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRail ends are covered with welded 12-gauge steel to keep water out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll of the round top rail cattle guards are fully welded\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop rails made with 3.5\" OD pipe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximate gap between rail walls is 3.11\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoxed Cattle Guards - no foundation required!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy laying directly on the ground or securing buried railroad ties, a quick and effective livestock barrier can be in place in a very short time. To ease vehicle crossing, a dirt ramp is typically pushed up against the side to help get over the 11.5\" or 12.5\" tall grate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA couple of quick warnings on placing unsecured guards on the ground: They will tend to move or 'walk' as accelerating and decelerating traffic causes it to seek the lowest point at your site. The other cautionary recommendation is to make sure your site has proper drainage. A bed of crushed gravel under the crossing will help alleviate pooling or horizontally draining water that can erode the surrounding dirt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"cattle guard without foundation\" src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/New-Boxed-Cattle-Guard-e1686613996547.jpg\" alt=\"cattle guard with no footings\" style=\"margin-right: 126.556px; margin-bottom: 16px; margin-left: 126.556px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eConstruction Sites Uses\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstruction areas benefit from the 'portability' of this boxed style. It can be moved to where it's needed, and without the foundations to pour or remove, it may also be taken from job to job. Operators find it useful as a wash rack for large equipment and as a 'rumble strip' to knock loose debris before entering a public roadway. They can also protect the entrances and exits from heavy machinery abuse by preventing the ground from getting torn up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ease of setting the grid directly on the ground without pouring foundations and simply picking it up and moving to a new site saves a lot of time and labor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCattle Guards for remote and low-traffic areas\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe steel skirt welded to the perimeter of the grate also allows it to be used in remote and low-traffic applications. It can be especially convenient for private driveways, pasture entrances, cell phone towers, and oil rig entrances that don't see a lot of traffic and don't warrant bringing in cement for a traditional foundation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRemovable Box Cattle Guard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe removable boxed cattle guard feature allows you to remove the center grate without disturbing the surrounding installation. Here is a picture of the steel skirt it fits into. Please note that the horizontal bars are included for the stability of the skirt only. The cattle guards do not rest on the skirt or supporting members, and all of the weight is transferred directly from the top rails to the beams and then to the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"removing a cattle crossing from ground\" src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/cattle-guard-being-removed-.jpg\" alt=\"removable cattle crossing\" style=\"margin-right: 29.5556px; margin-bottom: 16px; margin-left: 29.5556px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCattle Guard with Wings Attached\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCattle guard wings carry the physical barrier of the fence line down to the ground and tie into the base of the crossing itself. Without the seamless transition to the ground, your livestock would simply step around the end post and avoid the grate altogether. Below is a picture of the attached wings and the vertical post for connecting to the fence line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"wings for cattle crossing\" src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/cattle-guard-wings-attached.jpg\" alt=\"cattle guard wings\" style=\"margin-right: 142.556px; margin-bottom: 16px; margin-left: 142.556px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/cattle-guard-wing-connection-e1706632818671.jpg\" alt=\"single cattle guard wing ready to be bolted on\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/standing-cattle-guard-wing-e1706632764604.jpg\" alt=\"rear view of a cattle guard wing\"\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eCattle Guard Wing Diagrams\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Cattle-Guard-Wing-6-ft.pdf\"\u003e6' Wing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Cattle-Guard-Wing-8-ft.pdf\"\u003e8' Wings\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCattle Guard Footings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSetting a proper foundation is of top priority when installing your livestock barrier. These grids transfer a lot of weight to the ground, and heavy vehicle braking and acceleration can put a lot of stress on your footings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelow is a generic cattle guard foundation diagram for reference. A qualified contractor should be consulted for a proper installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg title=\"cattle guard foundation diagram\" src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/Cattle-Guard-Foundation-Upd.jpg\" alt=\"cattle guard footing plan\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lee Products","offers":[{"title":"18' x 6' \/ Private 18' x 6' (est. 12 tons per axle)","offer_id":46915181936885,"sku":"CG 18-6","price":3099.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18' x 6' \/ HS20 Rated 18' x 6' (16 tons per axle)","offer_id":46915181969653,"sku":"HS20-18-6","price":3699.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18' x 8' \/ Private 18' x 8' (est. 12 tons per axle)","offer_id":46915182067957,"sku":"CG 18-8","price":3699.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18' x 8' \/ HS20 Rated 18` x 8` (16 tons per axle)","offer_id":46915182100725,"sku":"HS20 18-8","price":4299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0752\/1347\/1989\/files\/round_rails_cattle_guard.jpg?v=1759496651","url":"https:\/\/barnworld.com\/products\/cattle-guard-18-long","provider":"Barn World","version":"1.0","type":"link"}