{"product_id":"cattle-guard-h15-12-long","title":"Cattle Guard H15 - 12' Long","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease call or email Sales@BarnWorld.com for a quote with shipping.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSHOP ALL OF OUR \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/livestock-supplies\/?cat_link=34FC881A-D2E1-406E-87A8-8DBB9B0985A0\" title=\"CATTLE GUARDS\"\u003eCATTLE GUARDS\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications and Details\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese H15-rated cattle guards are rated with a load-carrying capacity of 12 tons per axle and are twelve feet long, or the distance across the roadway. They are built with the flat top rail that provides a smoother ride for vehicles, especially when traveling at higher speeds than the ride on the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/barnworld.com\/collections\/cattle-guards-round-rails\" title=\"Cattle Guards with round top rails for livestock containment\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eround top rail cattle guards\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. They are available with precast \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/barnworld.com\/collections\/wings-and-foundations\" title=\"Cattle Guard Wings and Foundations\"\u003e\u003cb\u003econcrete footings and optional wings\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to tie the fence line to the livestock barrier itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThese heavy-duty cattle guards are rated at 12 tons \u003cu\u003eper axle\u003c\/u\u003e and are finished in a powder-coat finish for longevity. There are (8) - 8\" c-channels to carry the load from the top rails to the concrete foundations below. This cattle grid is available with optional wings and concrete footers, as shown in the pictures below. Click the following link for a look at all of the\u003cb\u003e\u003ca title=\"Cattle Guard with Flat Top Rails\" href=\"https:\/\/barnworld.com\/collections\/cattle-guards-flat-rails\"\u003e flat top rail cattle guard designs.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAll of the flat top rail guards come with pre-drilled holes in the ends so they may be bolted together for longer, across-the-road distances. If you are looking for a different length, all of the \u003cb\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/barnworld.com\/collections\/h15-12-tons-per-axle\" title=\"Cattle Guards with an H15 rating\"\u003eH15-Rated Cattle Grids may be seen here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/livestock-supplies\/?cat_link=cattle-guard-H15-rated\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cb\u003eCattle Guard Photos\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBelow are pictures of cattle guard installations that also detail the wings, posts, and precast cement foundations for ease of installation.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cb\u003eTruck on a cattle grid\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"cattle guard picture\" src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/cattle-guard-with-truck.jpg\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003eAuto cattle guard crossing\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"car crossing cattle grid\" src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/cattle-guard-crossing.jpg\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cb\u003eClose-up of cattle guard rails and installation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"picture of cattle guard\" src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Cattle-Guard-Close.jpg\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cb\u003eComplete Cattle Guard Installation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"heavy duty cattle guard installation\" src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/cattle-guard-heavy-duty-e1686525358579.jpg\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cb\u003ePre-cast Concrete Foundations for Cattle Guard Installations\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"truck on cattle grid\" src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Cattle-Guard-Foundations-e1707785312500.jpg\"\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cb\u003eCattle guard foundation spec sheet\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe \u003cb\u003e\u003ca title=\"Cattle guard foundation pair for 12 foot lengths\" href=\"https:\/\/barnworld.com\/products\/concrete-cattle-guard-foundation-casting-set-8\"\u003e12' cattle guard footings\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e are concrete with 3\/4\" J-bolts already set. These bolts match up with the guard, so it can be bolted down in the field!\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"cattle grid\" src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Cattle-Guard-Foundation-12BW-e1686605202926.jpg\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cu\u003e\u003cb\u003eCattle Guards Wing and Post Picture\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003e\u003ca title=\"Wing ends for cattle guard installations\" href=\"https:\/\/barnworld.com\/products\/wing-ends-for-cattle-guards\"\u003ecattle guard wing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e and end posts combination ensures that your livestock won't step around the connection between your fence line and the end of the grid. The wings attach directly to the grid and are held vertically by the post, so you may connect your fence line without interruption.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"wings for cattle guard\" src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/Wing-Picture.jpg\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose the H-15 Rating over H-20?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may choose an H15-rated cattle guard over an HS20-rated cattle guard primarily due to differences in load-bearing requirements, cost, and the intended use of the cattle guard. Here are the main reasons for this choice:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1. Lighter Load Requirement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eH15-rated cattle guards are designed to handle lighter loads, typically up to \u003cstrong\u003e12 tons per axle\u003c\/strong\u003e. This makes them suitable for lighter traffic but strong enough to carry the typical 10-ton per axle load of a fully loaded semi-truck. If a location does not experience frequent heavy trucks, such as cement and oil field equipment, an H15 guard is usually sufficient. Be sure to check the weight-carrying requirements for your site to make sure you are installing a cattle guard with the appropriate load rating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2. Cost Efficiency\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHS20-rated cattle guards, which support heavier loads of 16 tons per axle, are typically more expensive due to their heavier-duty materials and construction. If heavy-duty performance is not necessary, choosing the H15 cattle guard offers a more cost-effective option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e3. Appropriate for Agricultural Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn farms or ranches where only farm vehicles are used, such as pickup trucks, tractors, and trailers, an H15-rated cattle guard can be perfectly adequate. It’s often used in pasture entryways, private ranch roads, or areas where heavy commercial trucks don't regularly pass through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn summary, an H15 cattle guard might be preferred when the primary traffic involves lighter vehicles, and there’s no need for the higher strength of 16 tons per axle—and added cost—of an HS20 guard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChat below, call or email sales at barnworld.com for help selecting the appropriate cattle guard for your project today!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Powder River","offers":[{"title":"Green \/ 7.5' Deep x 12' Long - H15","offer_id":46921811919093,"sku":"036-15712","price":3999.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green \/ 8' Deep x 12' Long - H15","offer_id":46921811951861,"sku":"036-15812","price":4099.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Safety Yellow \/ 7.5' Deep x 12' Long - H15","offer_id":46921811984629,"sku":"039-15712","price":4149.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Safety Yellow \/ 8' Deep x 12' Long - H15","offer_id":46921812017397,"sku":"039-15812","price":4199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0752\/1347\/1989\/files\/unnamed_193a2ad7-d36a-43fe-9d19-33a5739cf0c5.jpg?v=1759426661","url":"https:\/\/barnworld.com\/products\/cattle-guard-h15-12-long","provider":"Barn World","version":"1.0","type":"link"}