DEPLOYMENT SEQUENCE · 3 STEPS

DEPLOYMENT SEQUENCE

A single-operator sequence designed to be executed under stress, in the dark, and under 1 minute

  1. Officer placing Wheel Hooks into the wheels
    01

    PLACE THE TOOLS

    Place 2 Wheel Hooks each into the 2 most accessible wheels of the target vehicle. Thread the long end of the tool through the rim's 6 o'clock area.

  2. Hook oriented toward the ground against the tire
    02

    ORIENT THE HOOK

    Orient the sharp hook of the tool toward the ground. Verify the hook tip is clear of the rim and aligned with the tire sidewall.

  3. Tool thrust into the tire to puncture it
    03

    PUNCTURE THE TIRES

    Puncture the tire by thrusting the tool into the tire. If unable to push the tool, the officer can kick the tool into place.

Tool Removal

Use a car jack to elevate the vehicle. Once elevated, the Wheel Hook can be removed by hand.

Frequently
Asked
Questions

01 Will the tool fit in every wheel? +

Although the Wheel Hook fits through the majority of wheels, the Wheel Hook's 1 inch diameter will not allow it to fit through every wheel.

02 Can the Wheel Hook be reused if it is opposed? +

No, the Wheel Hook is not meant to be reused if it is opposed.

03 Can you deploy the Wheel Hook without puncturing the tire? +

No, the Wheel Hook is built to puncture the tire to ensure maximum effectiveness and secure the tool in place.

04 Why do two tools have to be used for each wheel as opposed to one? +

Testing has shown that larger vehicles need 2 Wheel Hooks in each wheel to achieve the desired result.

05 HOW ARE THE WHEEL HOOKS STORED IN A POLICE VEHICLE? +

All 4 Wheel Hooks come in one 42 inch soft case that can easily fit in the trunk of a police vehicle and are easy to transport at high-risk calls.