{"product_id":"60mph-speed-roundel-white","title":"60mph Speed Roundel-White","description":"\u003ch1 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e60mph Speed Roundel Road Marking\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eClear Visual Speed Limit Enforcement for Enhanced Road Safety\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/readysetsupplied.co.uk\/collections\/thermoplastic-lines-symbols\"\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003e60mph speed roundel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e gives drivers clear, road-level confirmation of the current \u003cstrong\u003espeed limit\u003c\/strong\u003e, helping reinforce compliance on \u003cstrong\u003esingle carriageway roads\u003c\/strong\u003e, rural roads, temporary schemes and speed transition zones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003einstalled directly onto the carriageway, this thermoplastic 60mph roundel provides an immediate visual reminder of the applicable speed limit., making the \u003cstrong\u003emph speed limit\u003c\/strong\u003e easier for drivers to recognise alongside upright \u003cstrong\u003etraffic signs\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003erepeater signs\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003espeed cameras\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eaverage speed cameras\u003c\/strong\u003e. Local authorities utilize 60mph signs and road markings to target driver behavior, improve safety, manage traffic flow and reduce speeds where higher speeds could increase risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/8805\/5897\/files\/Screenshot_2026-05-20_at_00.12.57.png?v=1779232518\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClear driver reminder\u003c\/strong\u003e – Helps warn drivers of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/readysetsupplied.co.uk\/collections\/speed-roundels\"\u003emaximum speed limit \u003c\/a\u003eat the start of a new speed limit or at regular intervals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoad-level visibility\u003c\/strong\u003e – Large painted numbers on asphalt can be more visible than ordinary speed limit signs, especially when drivers are focused on lanes and road layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt to withstand heavy traffic\u003c\/strong\u003e – Durable thermoplastic construction resists wear from motor vehicles, goods vehicles and heavy traffic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupports safer roads\u003c\/strong\u003e – For every 1mph reduction in average speed, collision frequency decreases by around 5%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUseful for evidence-led schemes\u003c\/strong\u003e – Local speed limits should be evidence-led and self-explaining, reinforcing drivers’ assessment of safe speeds and encouraging self-compliance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2022, at least one of the factors “exceeding the speed limit” or “travelling too fast for the conditions” was reported in 12% of all collisions and 25% of all fatal collisions in England. Clear speed limit reminders are a practical way to support road safety for drivers, pedestrians, bus users, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/readysetsupplied.co.uk\/products\/walking-man-symbol?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=wal\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003evulnerable road users\u003c\/a\u003e and other road users.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes It Different\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost roadside signs rely on drivers noticing an upright \u003cstrong\u003espeed limit sign\u003c\/strong\u003e at the right point. A \u003cstrong\u003e60mph speed roundel\u003c\/strong\u003e works in the same way as a visual prompt but is positioned directly in the driver’s forward view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey features include:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImmediate carriageway visibility\u003c\/strong\u003e – Speed limit roundels are painted on the road surface inside a circle to indicate the current speed limit, often used at the start of a new speed limit or near speed limit reminder signs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThermoplastic durability\u003c\/strong\u003e – Longer lasting than standard paint, with better resistance to weather, tyre wear and vehicle speeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReflective glass beads\u003c\/strong\u003e – Improves day and night visibility and helps most drivers identify the limit sooner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegulation-aware use\u003c\/strong\u003e – While speed limit roundels can supplement a system of speed limit repeaters, they do not constitute a legal system of speed limit marking on their own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfusion can occur between the explicit “60” roundel and the grey circular National Speed Limit sign, as they apply differently to vehicles. The grey circular National Speed Limit sign indicates different speed limits depending on the type of vehicle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/8805\/5897\/files\/Screenshot_2026-05-20_at_00.13.12.png?v=1779232514\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrepare and position\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean the road surface, confirm the correct point in the road layout and position the roundel where the 60mph limit needs reinforcement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeat apply the thermoplastic\u003c\/strong\u003e The preformed marking is heated into the carriageway using suitable professional equipment. Glass beads provide reflective performance, and surface preparation and thermoplastic \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/readysetsupplied.co.uk\/products\/thermoplastic-primer-aerosol-600ml?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=thermoplastic+primer\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003eprimer\u003c\/a\u003e helps adhesion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReinforce the speed limit\u003c\/strong\u003e Once installed, the marking provides an immediate visual speed cue for drivers, supporting lower speed limits, local speed limits, traffic calming measures or a different speed limit created by a speed limit order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpeed transition zones are placed where a road moves from a lower to a higher speed limit to ensure safe acceleration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial \/ Format:\u003c\/strong\u003e Preformed thermoplastic road marking with reflective bead integration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTypical specification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed in line with TSRGD diagram 1065 guidance for speed roundel markings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e60mph sizing guidance:\u003c\/strong\u003e For speed limits of 51–60mph, Traffic Signs Manual guidance references 160mm character x-height and 1200mm roundel diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hot thermoplastic screed markings are commonly laid around 3.5mm ±1.5mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompliance references:\u003c\/strong\u003e BS EN 1790, BS EN 1871 and BS EN 1436 performance principles for preformed road markings, reflectivity and skid resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires a clean, dry, suitable road surface, professional heat application and appropriate traffic management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMandatory speed limits displayed inside a \u003cstrong\u003ered circular sign\u003c\/strong\u003e are legal requirements set under the Road Traffic Regulation Act. An upright terminal sign featuring a black “60” inside a red ring is a mandatory order setting a strict speed limit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/8805\/5897\/files\/Screenshot_2026-05-20_at_00.14.53.png?v=1779232517\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eComplete Speed Limit Range Available\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe offer consistent speed roundel options for different road types and traffic environments:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/readysetsupplied.co.uk\/products\/speed-roundel-5mph?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=5mph\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5mph\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e – Car parks, private roads and shared spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/readysetsupplied.co.uk\/products\/10mph-speed-roundel-white?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=10mph\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10mph\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e – Restricted access areas and low-speed yards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/readysetsupplied.co.uk\/products\/20mph-speed-roundel-white?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=20mph\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e20mph\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e – Residential areas, schools and traffic calming zones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/readysetsupplied.co.uk\/products\/30mph-speed-roundel-white?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=30mph\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e30mph\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e – Urban areas where street lighting often indicates the standard limit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/readysetsupplied.co.uk\/products\/40mph-speed-roundel-white?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=40mph\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e40mph\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e – Suburban roads, sharp bends and rural communities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/readysetsupplied.co.uk\/products\/50mph-speed-roundel-white?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=50mph\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e50mph\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e – Dual carriageways or other roads where authorities set a lower limit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e60mph\u003c\/strong\u003e – Single carriageway roads where the national speed limit applies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe national speed limit in the UK is 30 mph in urban areas, 60 mph on single carriageway roads, and 70 mph on dual carriageways and motorways. The standard speed limit in urban areas in England is 30mph, while 60mph is the national speed limit for single carriageway roads and 70mph for dual carriageways. In the absence of street lighting, the default speed limit is 60 mph for single-carriageway roads and 70 mph for dual carriageway roads, known as the National Speed Limit (NSL). All UK speed limits must be in multiples of 10 mph, so 35 mph or 45 mph limits are not permitted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho It’s For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHighway authorities and local councils\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraffic authorities managing local needs and conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoad maintenance contractors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraffic management companies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrivate road operators and car park managers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraffic authorities are responsible for setting local speed limits based on local needs and conditions, which may suggest a speed limit lower than the national speed limit. Dual carriageways usually default to 70mph, but authorities can impose a 60mph limit in specific areas for safety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Installation Locations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003erural roads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eindustrial estates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eprivate access roads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003elogistics depots\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ehighways\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003etransition zones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes a 60mph roundel replace upright road signs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It supports traffic signs and repeater signs but does not replace the legal system of speed limit signing. Motorway signs, blue signs, warning signs and terminal signs still need to be used correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho can legally travel at 60mph?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 60mph limit applies to standard cars, car-derived vans and motorcycles. Other vehicles may have lower limits. For goods vehicles over 7.5 tonnes and cars towing trailers, the maximum speed limit on single carriageways is 50mph. Vehicle rules can also depend on maximum laden weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is it used?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is best suited to single carriageway roads, rural roads and carriageway roads where a clear 60mph reminder is needed. Most motorways and dual carriageways have different default limits, central reservation layouts, individual lanes, traffic moving in one direction and sometimes a hard shoulder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs there research on speed roundel effectiveness?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere is no specific research available on the effectiveness of speed limit roundels, but they are believed to be more visible than ordinary speed limit signs, potentially aiding driver awareness. Research also shows that the risk of a pedestrian dying in a collision with a car increases significantly at speeds above 30mph, with the risk rising rapidly as speed increases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReady to Upgrade Your Road Safety?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a \u003cstrong\u003e60mph Speed Roundel Road Marking\u003c\/strong\u003e to improve driver awareness, reinforce UK speed limits and support safer traffic flow across your site or highway scheme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContact us to order your 60mph roundel or ask about the full 5mph, 10mph, 20mph, 30mph, 40mph, 50mph and 60mph speed limit range.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ready Set Supplied","offers":[{"title":"600mm x 600mm","offer_id":58096706519385,"sku":null,"price":49.2,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"750mm x 750mm","offer_id":58096706552153,"sku":null,"price":57.2,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1200mm x 1200mm","offer_id":58096706584921,"sku":null,"price":81.8,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"2500mm x 1500mm","offer_id":58096706617689,"sku":null,"price":97.3,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"3200mm x 1500mm","offer_id":58096706650457,"sku":null,"price":129.6,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"4300mm x 1500mm","offer_id":58096706683225,"sku":null,"price":209.6,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"7600mm x 1500mm","offer_id":58096706715993,"sku":null,"price":318.6,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/8805\/5897\/files\/60mph-speed-roundel-white60mph-speed-roundel-white600mm-x-600mm-8603740.png?v=1779246321","url":"https:\/\/readysetsupplied.co.uk\/products\/60mph-speed-roundel-white","provider":"Ready Set Supplied","version":"1.0","type":"link"}