Description & Technical Specifications
Overview of the Tracer 27 Mini Light Bar (Dual Memory)
The Tracer 27 is a professional-grade 27-inch strobe warning light engineered for full-size pickups, service trucks, and heavy-duty work fleets that need maximum rooftop presence. As a core part of our Mini LED Light Bars collection, it delivers dependable 360-degree visibility for roadside safety and emergency response.
Designed with 66 high-output 3-watt LEDs and advanced TIR optics, this 12V magnetic light bar provides high-intensity warning power. We kept the rugged extruded aluminum housing and the 160 lb. pull-strength magnetic mounts to ensure it handles highway speeds on contractor trucks, tow operators, and first responders. Not sure if the 27-inch footprint is the right fit for your cab? Use our Mini Light Bars Buyer’s Guide to compare sizing for F-150s, Silverados, and larger service vans.
Technical Specifications
Lighting & Performance
- Product Type: Magnetic Mini Light Bar
- Model: Tracer 27
- Size: 27 Inch
- Dimensions: 27”L x 4”H x 10”D
- Weight: 11 lbs
- LED Count: 66 LEDs
- LED Rating: 3-Watt LEDs
- Lens Type: TIR optics Lens
- Flash Patterns: 36
Power
- Power Voltage: 12V DC
- Memory Function: Dual Memory Mode with 2 saved patterns
- Non-volatile memory recalls the last flash pattern used
- Power Connection: Cigarette Lighter Plug included or hard wire
- Cable Length: 10 ft
- Max Amp Draw: 10
Mounting & Build
- Mount Type: Magnetic mounting brackets included
- Holding Strength: 40 lbs per magnet, 160 lbs total
- Housing Material: Extruded Aluminum
- Lens Material: Polycarbonate
- Color Options: 13 total configurations including single-color, dual-color, and multi-color options
- Installation Type: Removable rooftop mount
- Weather Resistance: IP67
- LED Lifespan: Up to 100,000 Hours
- Warranty: 5 Years*
Key Features
Magnetic Mini Light Bar Design
Built as a true magnetic mini light bar, the Tracer 27 gives you the visibility of a rooftop warning light with the convenience of quick installation, removal, and transfer between compatible vehicles.
66 High Output 3-Watt LEDs - This light bar uses 66 LEDs rated at 3 watts each to produce bright, attentiongrabbing output for daytime and nighttime warning visibility.
Advanced TIR Optics - The TIR lens design helps focus and project light efficiently for stronger off axis performance, improved exterior visibility, and better 360 degree warning coverage.
36 Flash Patterns - Multiple built in modes support use as a strobe, flashing, hazard, caution, beacon style, and general warning light bar.
Dual Memory Mode - The included controller can store two different flash patterns, making it easy to switch between preferred operating modes for changing roadside, work zone, or emergency needs.
12V Plug In Operation - Powered through a 12 volt cigarette lighter plug, this mini light bar is designed for quick plug and play use without hard wiring.
Heavy Duty Magnetic Mounting - Included magnetic mounting brackets provide 40 lbs of holding strength per magnet, or 160 lbs total, for secure rooftop placement on compatible metal surfaces.
Low Profile, Professional Grade Build - The Tracer 27 combines extruded aluminum with a polycarbonate lens for durability, weather resistance, and long term use in demanding environments.
13 Total Color Configurations - This model supports single color, dual color, and multi color setups, giving buyers broad flexibility in one product family.
Mounting Options & Installation Guide
The Tracer 27 is designed for buyers who want a magnetic mount light bar that installs quickly and removes just as easily. That makes it ideal for temporary warning applications, rotating fleet use, seasonal work, contractor vehicles, service vehicles, and users who do not want to drill into the roof of a truck, SUV, van, pickup, or work vehicle.
How to Install
- Position the light bar on a clean, flat metal roof surface.
- Make sure each magnetic mounting point is fully seated.
- Route the power cable safely into the vehicle interior.
- Plug the unit into a standard 12V cigarette lighter outlet.
- Turn the controller on and select the desired flash pattern.
Mounting Benefits
- No permanent drilling required
- Fast roof and rooftop installation
- Easy removal when not in use
- Convenient transfer between compatible vehicles
- Strong magnetic hold for professional warning applications
- Compact low profile fit for many trucks, SUVs, vans, and service vehicles
Flash Patterns & Operation
The Tracer 27 is built to do more than just power on. With 36 built in flash patterns, it gives users the flexibility to match the light output to the vehicle role, environment, and urgency of the situation.
Pattern Capabilities
- Strobe patterns
- Flashing warning patterns
- Hazard style patterns
- Alternating sequences
- High visibility safety modes
- Programmable dual memory operation
Dual Memory Advantage
The included controller supports dual memory mode, allowing you to save two different flash patterns and switch between them quickly. That matters for operators who want one pattern for general road presence and another for work zone, stopped vehicle, caution, hazard, or roadside visibility.
Vehicle Fitment & Professional Use Cases
The Tracer 27 is designed for a wide range of vehicle types and buyer profiles. It is especially well suited for users searching for a magnetic mini light bar for truck, roof light bar for pickup, warning light bar for SUV, or compact removable warning lighting for fleet and responder use.
Common Vehicle Fitment
- Pickup trucks
- Trucks and work trucks
- Tow trucks and wreckers
- Service trucks
- Utility vehicles
- Construction vehicles
- SUVs
- Vans
- Commercial and heavy duty vehicles
- Snow plow and winter service vehicles
- Security and patrol vehicles
- POV responder vehicles
- Fire department support vehicles
- First responder support vehicles
Common Buyer and Industry Applications
- Firefighters
- Volunteer firefighters
- POV responders
- First responders
- Tow and recovery operators
- Construction crews
- Utility and service fleets
- Security and patrol teams
- Snow plow operators
- Escort and pilot vehicle operators
- Municipal and roadside safety vehicles
- Contractor and work truck fleets
- Fire department vehicles
- EMS support vehicles
- Law enforcement support applications where appropriate
- Ambulance support applications where appropriate
Why This Mini Light Bar Fits These Buyers
Mini light bars are often chosen when buyers want strong warning visibility in a more compact rooftop footprint. The Tracer 27 is especially relevant for firefighters, volunteer firefighters, and POV style responder vehicles, while also serving contractors, tow operators, service fleets, patrol units, snow plow vehicles, EMS support vehicles, and commercial truck users who need removable, high-visibility warning lighting.
You can also browse all LED Light Bars to compare mini, full-size, magnetic, and permanent-mount warning light options.
Compliance, Visibility, and Safety
The Tracer 27 is designed for professional warning light applications where strong visibility, broad vehicle recognition, and durable operation matter. With bright LED output, advanced TIR optics, and a rooftop mounted form factor, it is built to improve awareness from multiple viewing angles in roadside, jobsite, and fleet environments.
Visibility and Safety Benefits
- 360 degree warning visibility and coverage
- High intensity LED output for daytime and nighttime use
- Compact rooftop presence with strong road awareness
- TIR optics for improved light projection
- Suitable for warning, hazard, caution, and emergency style applications
Compliance
- SAE J595 Class 1
- SAE J845
- SAE J575
- SAE J578
- California Title 13
Color Options & Configurations
The Tracer 27 is available in 13 total color configurations, including single color, dual color, and multi color options, giving buyers far more flexibility than a single color mini light bar. This matters because different fleets, responders, contractors, and roadside operators often shop by specific color output, dual color pairing, or broader multicolor capability.
Available Color and Configuration Types
- Amber
- Blue
- Green
- White
- Red
- Amber / White
- Amber / Green
- Red / Blue
- Red / White
- Blue / Amber
- Blue / White
- Green / White
- Green / Amber
- Additional single color and color configurations
- Dual color options
- Multi color options
Buyer Focused Color Guidance
Single color setups are ideal when the buyer already knows the exact warning color needed. Dual color configurations are useful when broader visibility or split function output is preferred. Multi color configurations appeal to buyers who want the most flexibility from one compact mini light bar.
What's in the Box
Available Color and Configuration Types
- Tracer 27 Magnetic Mini Light Bar
- Cigarette Lighter Power Plug with Dual Memory Control
- 10 ft Power Cord
- Magnetic Mounting Brackets
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Tracer 27 magnetic mini light bar best used for?
The Tracer 27 is a compact rooftop warning light designed for trucks, tow trucks, pickups, SUVs, vans, service vehicles, construction vehicles, snow plow vehicles, security fleets, firefighter vehicles, volunteer firefighter vehicles, and other work or responder vehicles that need removable high visibility warning lighting.
Does this magnetic mini light bar plug into a standard 12V outlet?
The Tracer 27 includes a 12V cigarette lighter plug, so it is designed for plug in operation without permanent hard wiring.
Is the Tracer 27 a removable roof light bar for trucks and SUVs?
The Tracer 27 uses magnetic mounting brackets, so it can be installed on a compatible metal roof surface and removed when needed.
How many flash patterns does this mini strobe light bar have?
The Tracer 27 includes 36 flash patterns and dual memory mode, allowing you to save and quickly switch between two preferred patterns.
What makes this TIR LED mini light bar different from cheaper options?
The Tracer 27 combines 66 3-watt LEDs, TIR optics, extruded aluminum construction, a polycarbonate lens, dual memory control, and strong magnetic holding power in one compact professional grade package.
Is this magnetic mini light bar available in amber, dual color, and multi color versions?
The Tracer 27 is available in 13 total color configurations, including single color, dual color, and multi color options.
Is this a good mini light bar for firefighters, volunteer firefighters, and POV responders?
Its compact size, magnetic mounting, fast installation, and broad vehicle compatibility make the Tracer 27 especially attractive for firefighter, volunteer firefighter, and POV style warning applications.
Will this product work for pickups, tow trucks, work trucks, vans, and commercial vehicles?
The Tracer 27 is designed for a broad range of compatible vehicles, including pickups, tow trucks, service trucks, SUVs, vans, and other commercial or heavy duty applications.
Warranty
Warranty
We have one of the best warranties in the industry! This warranty includes:
- A 5 Year Limited Warranty on all LEDs used in our products
- A 2 Year Limited Warranty on all components
- A Full 90 Day Warranty for all Replacement Parts
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Shipping & ReturnsShipping & Returns
Most orders will ship within 1-2 Business days of being received. We do ship via UPS or USPS whichever is determined to be the fastest to your location.
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