Low Profile Vehicle Crash Tests with Guardrail Terminals FOIL Test Numbers:92F007 and 92F008

摘要

This report contains the results of two crash tests. The crash tests involved1985 Mazda RX7's and guardrail terminal ends. Two terminal ends were tested, one Breakaway Cable Terminal and one Eccentric Loader Breakaway Cable Terminal. The test speed for both tests was 60 mi/h (26.8 m/s). The tests were performed at the Federal Outdoor Impact Laboratory (FOIL) located in Mclean, VA. Damage to the test vehicles and test articles was severe. The guardrail rode up the hood and penetrated the occupant compartment.