Northern Mufflers is the Tasmanian distributor for Australia's #1 pilot vehicle sign. Made in Australia by RoadBase, they are 100% compliant to Australian standards. Fully wired up for easy installation to the roof racks or headboard of your pilot or escort vehicle, they are available with manual or motorised folding mechanisms and Halogen or LED beacons.
Save time, and of course money by purchasing a fully compliant oversize load ahead sign kit. A must for your vehicle if you are involved in the heavy haulage or transport industry. Also commonly used when transporting agricultural machinery such as harvesters.
Designed and engineered in Australia, for Australian conditions
100% nationally compliant
1 year warranty
Robust yet lightweight frame, primed and painted black
Australian compliant Class II reflective double sided metal sign
Universal mounting – to suit roof racks or can be mounted on a headboard using U bolts
Fully wired up, ready for installation with a 1.5m lead connected to an Anderson plug
Manual versions feature a gas strut on one side to assist with lifting and lowering
Motorised versions feature an electric actuator and gas strut for easy & convenient lifting and lowering
Locking mechanism holds sign up when travelling at higher speeds and secures sign when folded
Folds completely flat when not in use.
What are the requirements for a Pilot/Escort Sign?
Sign must meet Australian Standards
Must have the wording ‘OVERSIZE LOAD AHEAD’ clearly visible from front and rear
Beacons must be visible from 360 degrees and ADR compliant
Must not be leaning back more than 200mm from top to bottom of sign.
Not in the Heavy Vehicle Industry?
We can supply you a roof mounted sign with warning lights and any wording you may need, for example:
WEED SPRAYING AHEAD
WORKMEN AHEAD
CYCLISTS AHEAD
MOWING AHEAD
You can order from our online store, Ultimax Industries - we ship Australia-wide!