MAX-Tension TANGENT End Terminals

Smart, cable-based protection that saves lives.

A smarter, safer solution for every roadway speed.

Whether it’s a high-speed interstate or a lower-speed urban arterial, MAX-Tension™ TANGENT terminals deliver proven roadside safety through advanced, cable-centered energy absorption technology. MASH-tested and field-proven, both the TL-2 and TL-3 models combine reliable impact performance with simplified installation and efficient repair processes—protecting motorists and maintenance crews alike.

Key Features

Available as a kit or full system
Compatible with standard W-beam guardrail systems
Sabertooth™ technology cuts downstream guardrail panels to enhance energy absorption
Narrow impact head minimizes nuisance hits during snow removal and maintenance
Simplified installation with minimal hardware
Fast, field-friendly repairs reduce downtime and increase crew safety
Significant savings through use of standard guardrail components

MASH TL-2 and TL-3 compliant.

Tension-based design.

Deceleration is controlled by friction in the tension cables and by cutting the downstream guardrail panels.

Straightforward, tangent installation.

Designed for straight-line (tangent) guardrail runs, allowing for fast, accurate installation using standard tools and hardware.

Efficient repairs.

Minimized damage after impact means quicker resets and reduced lane closure times, helping maintenance crews stay safe and on schedule.

Two solutions, one trusted design.

MAX-Tension™ TANGENT TL-3

For high-speed roads and highways.

MASH TL-3 certified for speeds above 70 km/h (45 mph), this straight-line (tangent) terminal is designed for high-speed applications like interstates, freeways, and highway shoulders.

Tangent configuration for direct alignment with travel lanes
Tension cables and Sabertooth™ technology create deceleration controlled by friction in the cables and by cutting the downstream guardrail panels
Redirective at Post 3
Ideal for: Interstate and freeway shoulders, highway ramps, and rural high-speed corridors where a recommended clear zone and recoverable slope is attainable

MAX-Tension™ TANGENT TL-2

For local roads and moderate-speed environments.

MASH TL-2 certified for speeds up to 70 km/h (45 mph), this flared terminal provides reliable protection on lower-speed roadways.

Centered cable improves redirection in moderate-speed zones
Redirective at Post 1
Ideal for: Local roads, urban arterials, and secondary highways where a recommended clear zone and recoverable slope is attainable

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Backed by Lindsay. Built for safety.

No matter the speed zone, MAX-Tension™ TANGENT terminals provide dependable, cost-effective safety. With proven MASH performance and a design that simplifies installation and maintenance, they’re the smart choice for DOTs, contractors, and maintenance teams committed to safer roads.

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Smart, cable-based protection that saves lives.

Key Features

Two solutions, one trusted design.

MAX-Tension™ TANGENT TL-3

For high-speed roads and highways.

MAX-Tension™ TANGENT TL-2

For local roads and moderate-speed environments.

Backed by Lindsay. Built for safety.

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