Product Spotlight: Traffic Drum with 6″ Reflective Collars
This 37-inch traffic drum with 6-inch reflective collars and a recycled tire ring base delivers high visibility, rock-solid stability, and proven durability for busy work zones, lane closures, and highway projects.
Heavy-Duty Channelizer Drum for Demanding Work Zones
Traffic Drum with 6″ reflective collars and tire ring base is built to perform on high-speed roadways, interstates, and complex urban work zones. Its bright orange body and wide 6-inch reflective bands deliver excellent day and night visibility, while the low-profile recycled tire base keeps each drum firmly in place without extra sandbags or ballasting. Available with Engineer Grade (EG) or High Intensity (HI) reflective sheeting, this drum is a versatile, MUTCD-friendly channelizer solution for contractors, agencies, and maintenance crews who need equipment that can stand up to traffic, weather, and repeated handling.Quick Facts & Specifications
- Height: Approximately 37″ tall for maximum visibility in work zones.
- Base diameter: About 23″ recycled tire ring base for stability and wind resistance.
- Sheeting options: Choose Engineer Grade (EG) or High Intensity (HI) reflective sheeting.
- Reflective bands: Four alternating 6″ white and orange bands wrap the drum for 360° visibility.
- Weights: Drum top approx. 10 lbs; recycled tire base approx. 22 lbs.
- Base design: Heavy tire ring base grips the pavement—no extra sandbags required.
- Light mounting: Top handle accepts Type A or C flashing barricade lights for added nighttime visibility.
- Stackable: Tapered drum shape and fold-over light mount design make storage and transport efficient.
Smart Design for Stability & Crew-Friendly Handling
Traffic Safety Store traffic drums are engineered to stay put in active work zones while remaining easy for crews to deploy:- Recycled tire ring base creates a low center of gravity and grips the road surface, resisting tipping and sliding in high winds and when hit by vehicle drafts.
- Unique drum profile is designed to inhibit rolling into live lanes if struck, helping reduce secondary hazards.
- Power-dome handle offers a comfortable, reinforced handhold that stands up to repeated lifting, stacking, and transport.
- Stackable body & folding light mount save space on trucks and in storage yards, especially on large projects.
High-Visibility Reflective Bands for Day & Night
Wide 6″ reflective collars help drivers identify lane shifts and hazards early—critical on high-speed routes and in complex detours. Choose the reflective performance that matches your project:- Engineer Grade (EG): Ideal for many standard work zone and street projects where consistent, cost-effective retroreflectivity is needed.
- High Intensity (HI): Brighter, prismatic sheeting enhances visibility at longer distances and wider viewing angles—excellent for interstates, nighttime work, and high-traffic corridors.
Where These Traffic Drums Work Best
This 6″ collar drum with tire base is a proven performer across a wide range of temporary traffic control applications:- Highway lane closures and interstate construction projects.
- Urban resurfacing, milling, and paving operations.
- Utility and maintenance-of-traffic (MOT) work zones.
- Bridge and tunnel approaches where clear channelization is critical.
- Detours, lane shifts, and shoulder closures around long-term projects.
- Night work where high visibility and stable footing are essential.
MUTCD-Friendly, MASH-Accepted Channelizer Drum
Traffic Safety Store Commander channelizer drums from Plasticade are MASH accepted and designed to meet MUTCD guidance for work zone channelizing devices when properly deployed as part of an approved traffic control plan. The bright orange body, wide reflective bands, and stable base help contractors and agencies meet visibility, spacing, and taper requirements on today’s roadways. For official federal guidance on work zone traffic control, see the Federal Highway Administration MUTCD website. As always, verify your specific project requirements against local, state, and agency standards and your traffic control drawings before deployment.Optional Custom Lettering & Logos
For agencies and contractors that want a professional, branded work zone, these drums can be ordered with:- Single-sided or double-sided lettering (company name, city, or agency ID).
- Single-color or full-color graphics to highlight your logo or program branding.
Why Order Your Traffic Drums from Traffic Safety Store?
- In-stock inventory: Commander™ drums and bases ready to ship from multiple U.S. warehouses.
- Trusted brands: Genuine Plasticade™ Commander drums specified on jobs across the country.
- Customization options: EG, HI, and even Diamond Grade drum options plus custom lettering and graphics available across the category.
- Expert support: Our team helps you choose the right drum style, sheeting level, and quantity for your maintenance-of-traffic plan.
Order Traffic Drums with 6″ Reflective Collars & Base or call 800-429-9030 to talk with a Traffic Safety Store specialist.
Plastic Drum with 6" Stripes and Rubber Base
Drum dimensions: 37-inches tall with a 23-inch diameter base. Our traffic barrels exceed standard safety dimensions and are made from lightweight polyethylene while the hefty base is composed of recycled tires so no additional ballast is needed. The unique shape inhibits it from rolling into traffic. Ideal for high speed roadways and interstates. UV-resistant 6 inch orange and white reflective stripes of engineer grade, high-intensity and diamond grade sheeting. Type A or C flashing barricade lights can be top-mounted for added visibility. Exceeds Safety Standards: MUTCD; NCHRP crash test rating of 350
Quick Facts:
- 37" tall with a 23" diameter Recycled Tire Base
- Available w/ EG or HI Sheeting
- Drum Top: approx. 10 lbs each
- Weighted Base: approx. 22 lbs each