1. Objective, Colors, Materials and Part Numbers
1.1 Fleet Identification Objective
Use standard colors, decals, shapes and stripes applied in a manner that is uniform enough to create an image recognized by all who see Caltrans equipment. Specific application details vary by class of equipment, model year and manufacturer. The Division of Equipment shall provide final approval for each model, manufacturer and type of equipment. Contact Engineering Design at (916) 227-9673 for further information.
1.2 Caltrans Standard Colors
Caltrans standard colors are: Orange, White and Black. Orange color is applied in the form of reflective striping. White and black colors are applied in the form of paint or coatings.
1.3 Striping Material and Color
The following reflective striping materials are used for fleet identification and safety considerations.
Image | Description | Specification | Size | DOE Part No. |
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A. Fluorescent Orange Reflective Striping 3M 3924S, Nikkalite 92847, or equivalent to specification requirements | 053-940-151 | 1" | 053-6000 | |
4" | 053-4767 | |||
5" | 053-4813 | |||
6" |
053-4751 | |||
Not Yet Available | B. Orange & White Diagonal Reflective Striping | 053-2047 | Not Yet Available | 053-2047 |
1.4 Logos and Decals
Decals shall be used for fleet identification. Decals and Division of Equipment part numbers are listed.
Image | Description | Specification | Size | DOE Part No. |
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A. CT door decal Screen printed on white, reflective, 3M 983-10, or Nikkalite 92802 or equivalent to specification requirements. |
053-940-152 |
7" x 9" |
053-4761 |
|
9" x 12" | 053-4760 | |||
11" x 15" | 053-4759 | |||
B. Caltrans script Black, non-reflective, printed on transparent vinyl. |
Not Available | 2" | 053-4764 | |
2.5" | 053-4763 | |||
3" | 053-4762 | |||
C. Ct Caltrans script White, reflective, plotter-cut or die-cut 3M 983-10, Nikkalite 92802, or equivalent to specification requirements. |
053-940-152 | 3" | 053-4752 | |
4" | 053-4753 | |||
5" | 053-4754 | |||
D. Ct Caltrans script Fluorescent orange, reflective, plotter-cut or die-cut 3M 3924S, Nikkalite 92847, or equivalent to specification requirements. |
053-940-151 | 3" | 053-4802 | |
4" | 053-4801 | |||
5" | 053-4800 | |||
E. SLOW FOR THE CONE ZONE Printed on white non-reflective decal . |
Not Available | One Size | 053-4829 |
1.5 Application of Stripes and Decals
Decals and stripes should be placed on metal whenever possible. Decals and stripes shall be fitted in a professional manner with no wrinkles, creases or air bubbles.