The trailer
How Scout security trailers work
A Scout trailer is a self-contained security system on wheels: 900 W of solar, a 24 V battery bank, a 6 m (~20 ft) electric mast with three Uniview cameras, blue strobes and an LED light, 6 TB of recording and a 4G cellular router.
- Mast-mounted camerasfor a high vantage point
- Blue strobes + LED lightvisible deterrence after dark
- Solar poweredno grid power required
- No Wi-Fi neededbuilt-in 4G cellular router
Getting started
Four simple steps
Tell us about your site
Share the site type, city and state, and when you need it.
Get your quote
We'll follow up with a quote for a monthly security trailer rental.
Delivery & setup
We arrange delivery and setup. Solar power means no electrician is needed.
Monitor & pickup
Watch the cameras live through a mobile app. When the job's done, we arrange pickup.
Specifications
Inside the trailer
Three 300 W solar panels, a 24 V battery bank with up to 7 days of backup, a 6 m (~20 ft) electric mast, three Uniview cameras and 6 TB of onboard recording on a single-axle trailer.
Power
| Solar | 3 x 300 W panels (900 W total), angle adjustable by linear actuator |
|---|---|
| Battery bank | 4 x 200 Ah batteries wired for 24 V DC |
| Battery runtime | Up to 7 days on battery alone, with no sun |
| Inverter | Onboard inverter |
| AC input | AC mains input plug for shore or generator power |
| Output | Output plug |
| Power monitoring | Victron Cerbo GX and BMV-712 battery monitor for remote power monitoring |
Cameras & recording
| Bullet cameras | 2 x 3 MP Uniview bullet cameras |
|---|---|
| Dome camera | 1 x 2 MP Uniview dome camera |
| Recorder | Uniview NVR with 6 TB onboard video storage |
| Video retention | 30 days of recorded video on the 6 TB NVR |
| Network | PoE switch and 4G cellular router (no site Wi-Fi needed) |
| Live view | Live view through a mobile app |
| Real-time monitoring | Real-time monitoring over 4G cellular |
Mast & lighting
| Mast | 6 m (~20 ft) electric mast with cover |
|---|---|
| Cable protection | Protective sleeve on the spiral mast cable |
| Strobes | Four blue strobe lights |
| Light | One LED light |
| Switching | Light-operated (dusk-to-dawn) switch |
Trailer
| Chassis | Single-axle trailer |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Mechanical brake |
| Color | Black |
One trailer, everything on board
Power, cameras, recording & connectivity
- 900 W of solar with up to 7 days of battery backup
- Three Uniview cameras on a 6 m (~20 ft) electric mast
- 30 days of recorded video on the 6 TB NVR
- Live view through a mobile app over 4G cellular
- Four blue strobe lights and an LED light
Benefits
More protection, less exposure
Stronger Security
Protect your site with cutting-edge surveillance and real-time monitoring.
Theft Deterrence
Keep valuable materials and equipment safe, day and night.
Virtual Perimeter Protection
Reinforce physical fencing with intelligent perimeter monitoring.
Remote Site Management
Monitor multiple jobsites anytime, anywhere, right from your phone or computer.
Enhanced Guard Support
Give on-site guards an extra set of eyes with camera coverage and real-time monitoring.
Liability Resolution
Access clear video evidence to settle disputes and protect your business.
Insurance Compliance
Meet coverage requirements and reduce your risk profile with ease.
Ready to protect your site?
Tell us where and when. We'll follow up with a quote.
Get a quoteFAQ
Frequently asked questions
Do I need power at my site?
No. Each trailer has 900 W of solar panels (3 x 300 W) charging a 24 V battery bank that can run the trailer for up to 7 days with no sun, so no grid power is required. An AC mains input plug lets you connect shore or generator power if you want to.
Do I need Wi-Fi?
No. A built-in 4G cellular router connects the trailer, so no site Wi-Fi is needed.
How is video recorded?
Video from the trailer's three Uniview cameras is recorded on a Uniview NVR with 6 TB of onboard storage, and recorded video is kept for 30 days.
How are the trailers rented?
Scout security trailers are rented by the month. Tell us where and when, and we'll follow up with a quote.
Can I watch my site from my phone?
Yes. You get live view of the cameras through a mobile app, so you can check on multiple jobsites anytime, anywhere.
Where does Scout rent security trailers?
Scout serves sites across 10 western states: Utah, Nevada, Wyoming, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Arizona, California, Oregon and Washington.
Ready to protect your site?
Tell us where and when. We'll follow up with a quote.