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RoadPod VT Traffic Counter - vehicle counter
RoadPod VT - Field Kit (UK version)
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RoadPod VT

VT5900
Vehicle Counter with Pneumatic Road Tubes

Trusted in over 135 countries worldwide, the RoadPod VT is the pinnacle of portable traffic counters. With unmatched accuracy and reliability, the VT records individual vehicle data at the axle level, enabling highly detailed traffic analysis.

Leveraging over 30 years of MetroCount’s development expertise, this road tube counter offers unbeatable battery life, impressive data memory and remote data downloading. 

The RoadPod VT is available for both purchase and rent. 

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World's Favourite Vehicle Counter

The RoadPod VT uses two pneumatic tube sensors to accurately capture every vehicle axle. These time-stamped recordings are then processed to yield a comprehensive set of metrics, including vehicle volumes, speeds, classes, and traffic gaps. This simple yet thorough approach makes the RoadPod VT a versatile tool for diverse traffic data collection and analysis needs.

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Robust by Design

Engineered for multiple uses over years and years, this road tube counter is weather-resistant and guarantees dependable operation even in challenging outdoor settings.

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Mobile and Versatile

The RoadPod VT excels in short-term traffic surveys. Its easy-to-move design allows for quick setup across locations in your road network, providing reliable vehicle counts in diverse settings, from high-traffic highways to remote dirt roads.

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Minimal Upkeep, Maximum Accessibility

With a battery life of up to 4 years, the RoadPod VT ensures consistent vehicle count accuracy while minimising maintenance requirements. For quieter roads, remote access features allow convenient site monitoring and data retrieval from your office.

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Environmentally Conscious

By using natural rubber tubes, this vehicle counter reduces plastic waste while maintaining superior performance. Coupled with its low power consumption design, the RoadPod VT minimises its carbon footprint and delivers top-tier traffic data.

The MetroCount Handle

Slimline, budget-friendly case

Choose the MetroCount Handle instead of the traditional roadside case when purchasing the RoadPod VT. Benefits include a discount off the standard RoadPod VT price,  56% lighter in comparison,  a compact design for easy handling and total weather resistance. 

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Download traffic data from your desk

The Remote Access Link sends information from your traffic counter to any computer running the MetroCount software. It is perfect for managing hard-to-access or semi-permanent sites, saving time surveying multiple locations, diagnosing sensor issues during active surveys and improving staff safety.

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General

Hardware
Sensor type: Pneumatic tubes
Sensor spacing
80-120 cm
Time resolution
Better than 1ms
Memory
Up to 4 million axles
Battery
4 alkaline D cells
Battery Life
Up to 4 years of continuous use
Enclosure
Stainless steel road case and weather resistant inner case

Hardware

Stainless steel case
350 x 124 x 95mm
PVC main unit
243 x 107 x 82mm
Total weight
~ 4.15kg
Running temperature
-20°C to 70°C
Operating humidity
0 to 95%

Additional

MTE Software
Included
User manual
Included
Traffic survey field kit
Necessary
Field pod remote access
Optional

Included

  • RoadPod VT counter
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  • MTE® Software

Required add ons

  • Field equipment for traffic studies
  • Data communications cable
Guatemala
2021

Road Impact Studies in Guatemala

Since 2016, urban development consultants Analitica have been using automatic traffic counters to conduct road impact studies throughout Guatemala. We chatted with Analitica’s director, Oldin Ramirez to hear how MetroCount traffic monitoring systems have played a key role in informing real-estate projects and infrastructure development across the country.

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RoadPod in Action
2023

From Data Collection to Action: How Speed Surveying Impacts Traffic Management

Conducting a traffic survey is an efficient method of collecting traffic data to identify focus areas and changes in patterns. With a focus on speed surveying, the results collected using RoadPod® VT counters can provide a better understanding of the key metrics of road safety and which, if any, need improvement.

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Peter M.
Fulton Hogan Engineering
6 years 6 months ago

It was truly an eye opener to realise how much information can be collected from a couple of rubber tubes.

Photo by <a href="https://unsplash.com/@michaeljvega?utm_content=creditCopyText&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=unsplash">Michael J. Vega</a> on <a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/a-city-street-filled-with-lots-of-traffic-fGGWSQ7AGFw?utm_content=creditCopyText&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=unsplash">Unsplash</a>
University of Central Florida
2021

University of Central Florida

Two different statistical tests (Wilcoxon Rank Sum Test and T-Test) were performed to statistically demonstrate reasonable reliability of the traffic counting tubes data. Both statistical tests revealed there is no significant difference, at the 95% confidence level, between the actual traffic volumes and volumes obtained from the traffic counting tubes.

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