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Bison T-REX Americana Manual Portable Basketball Hoop System BA898AGM
$20,321.00 - $20,821.00$23,999.00
Bison T-REX Americana Manual Portable Basketball Hoop System BA898AGM
The Bison T-REX Americana Manual Portable Basketball System BA898AGM delivers the same NCAA-compliant, NFHS-compliant, FIBA-approved performance as the T-REX Americana Automatic on an identical structural platform, with hand crank height adjustment in place of the motorized push-button system. Same 72" x 42" tempered glass backboard. Same 6" square reinforced steel main beam. Same extension spring counterbalance technology, same zero-maintenance self-lubricating bearings, same 1,100 lb hidden ballast, same 10 floor-friendly casters, same 96" safe play area. The operational difference is the height adjustment mechanism and a larger storage footprint. For facilities with dedicated staff, a lower frequency of height adjustments, or a preference for a motor-free mechanical system with no electrical components to service, the Manual delivers every structural and certification advantage of the T-REX Americana platform.
Hand Crank Height Adjustment: Full Control, No Electrical Components
The BA898AGM uses a hand crank height adjustment mechanism to raise, lower, and store the backboard. Extension spring counterbalance technology makes the crank smooth and manageable regardless of operator strength. Height adjusts from 7.5 ft (youth) to 10 ft (regulation). Front levelers are automatic. The Manual is the right choice for facilities where height adjustments happen on a scheduled rather than back-to-back basis, where staff is comfortable with a hand crank, or where the absence of a motor and electrical components is a maintenance and longevity priority. The trade-off against the Automatic is a larger storage footprint, a higher price point, and slower transitions when back-to-back height changes are required.
Manual vs. Automatic: Both the T-REX Americana Manual and T-REX Americana Automatic deliver identical certifications, the same 72" x 42" tempered glass backboard, and the same structural platform. The Manual uses a hand crank, has a larger storage footprint, ships with 4" thick base padding, and costs more. The Automatic uses motorized push-button height adjustment, has a smaller storage footprint, ships with 3" thick base padding, and costs less. For most high-volume U.S. facilities, the Automatic is the better value. The Manual is the right choice for facilities that prefer mechanical simplicity and have no concerns about storage space or staff effort on long event days.
NCAA Compliant, NFHS Compliant, FIBA Approved
The BA898AGM is fully compliant with NCAA and NFHS regulations, the two governing bodies that matter most for U.S. schools, colleges, and athletic programs. It also carries FIBA approval, making it suitable for any level of domestic or international play the facility may host. It meets ASTM F1616 portable basketball safety standards. For U.S. institutions that need one portable system to cover every level of competition without modification, the Americana Manual meets the requirement across all four certifications.
72" x 42" Tempered Glass Backboard and BA3180S Breakaway Rim
The backboard is a 72" x 42" tempered glass panel, the NCAA and NFHS regulation size. The system ships with the BA3180S breakaway rim, rated for 230 lbs of force in compliance with NCAA standards. Backboard padding is included and available in 16 colors at checkout.
6" x 6" x 3/16" Reinforced Steel Main Beam
The main beam is 6" square, 3/16" reinforced steel with a tubular spine for added stability. The base frame is 5" x 2" x 1/8" tubular steel welded rectangle with a 6" diameter steel upright. Industry-leading extension spring counterbalance technology makes crank operation smooth and safe regardless of operator strength. All pivot points use zero-maintenance, self-lubricating bearings with chrome-plated steel axles. No grease, no downtime, no service calls required. Beam padding is included standard.
Floor-Friendly Casters and Narrow-Profile Uprights
The system rolls on 10 total 8" x 2" wide casters (4 in front, 6 in rear) designed to protect gym floors and allow easy repositioning by a single staff member. Narrow-profile uprights minimize visual interference for fans and media positioned behind the baseline. The system rolls through any standard doorway of 84" or wider for easy storage between events.
1,100 lb Hidden Ballast, Rear Hold Down, and Deadlock Device
The 1,100 lb ballast weight is housed inside a covered containment cell, keeping the base clean and professional in appearance for broadcast and fan-facing environments. A rear hold down and deadlock device are both included standard. Base padding is 4" thick premium sewn, available in 16 colors. Base color is bright white standard.
Base padding thickness note: The T-REX Americana Manual ships with 4" thick premium sewn base padding. The T-REX Americana Automatic ships with 3" thick premium sewn base padding. Both are available in 16 colors at checkout.
Padding and Custom Graphics
Backboard padding is included and available in 16 colors. Base padding is 4" thick premium sewn in 16 colors. Both are selected at checkout. Custom graphics are available for an additional USD 500.00 and are selected at checkout alongside the padding color. For school spirit environments, branded athletic facilities, and tournament courts, custom graphics are available on both the backboard padding and base padding.
BA898AGM — T-REX Americana Manual
NCAA + NFHS Compliant Hand Crank Height Adjustment 72" x 42" Tempered Glass6" sq. x 3/16" reinforced steel main beam with tubular spine. 6" diameter steel upright. 5" x 2" x 1/8" tubular steel welded base frame. Extension spring counterbalance. Zero-maintenance self-lubricating bearings, chrome-plated steel axles. BA3180S breakaway rim, 230 lb rated. Height adjustable 7.5 ft to 10 ft (hand crank). Automatic front levelers. 10 casters (8" x 2"). 1,100 lb ballast in covered cell. Rear hold down and deadlock device included. Beam padding included. 4" thick premium sewn base padding (16 colors). Backboard padding (17 colors). Custom graphics available (+USD 500.00). Safe play area: 96" at 10 ft. Total weight: 2,686 lbs. Stored: 76"(w) x 176"(l) x 83"(h). NCAA Compliant, NFHS Compliant, FIBA Approved, ASTM F1616 Compliant.
Manual vs. Automatic: Side by Side
T-REX Americana Manual
- Hand crank height adjustment
- Extension spring counterbalance makes crank smooth and manageable
- No motor, no electrical components to service
- Larger storage footprint
- 4" thick premium sewn base padding
- Higher price than the Americana Automatic
- Ideal for facilities with dedicated staff and lower frequency of height adjustments
T-REX Americana Automatic
- Motorized push-button height adjustment
- No cranking, no physical effort
- Faster transitions between heights
- Smaller storage footprint
- 3" thick premium sewn base padding
- Lower price than the Americana Manual
- Ideal for high-volume facilities, tournaments, and multi-program days
Americana vs. International: Understanding the Difference
T-REX Americana Manual
- Safe play area: 96" at 10 ft
- Ballast: 1,100 lbs
- Total weight: 2,686 lbs
- Stored length: 176"
- Min. floor space outside court: 169"
- Purpose-built for U.S. high schools, colleges, and recreation centers
- NCAA, NFHS, FIBA certified
T-REX International Manual
- Safe play area: 128" at 10 ft
- Ballast: 1,500 lbs
- Total weight: 3,228 lbs
- Stored length: 204"
- Min. floor space outside court: 202"
- Built for Olympic and FIBA international competition environments
- NCAA, NFHS, FIBA certified
Game Stats and Floor Load Data
- Safe play area at 10 ft: 96"
- Glass backboard size: 42" x 72"
- Breakaway rim: BA3180S
- Beam size: 6" square
- Ballast weight: 1,100 lbs
- Total weight: 2,686 lbs
- Padded base dimension: 52"(w) x 80"(l)
- Total 8"(d) x 2"(w) wheels: 10 (4 in front, 6 in rear)
- Stored dimensions: 76"(w) x 176"(l) x 83"(h)
- Front levelers: Automatic
- Floor load, transport: 330 lbs (front), 342 lbs (rear)
- Floor load, playing: 535 lbs (front), 137 lbs (rear)
- Min. required floor space outside court: 169"
- Height range: 7.5 ft to 10 ft
- Certifications: NCAA Compliant, NFHS Compliant, FIBA Approved, ASTM F1616 Compliant
Delivery requirement: The T-REX Americana Manual requires a delivery dock or forklift to unload from the truck on delivery day. It is too large for a traditional liftgate truck. If your facility does not have either of these, please contact our team before purchasing
Who Is This System For?
- U.S. high schools, colleges, and recreation centers that need NCAA compliance, NFHS compliance, and FIBA approval on a single portable system, where a hand crank height adjustment operated by dedicated facility staff is the preferred or sufficient operational approach
- Facilities that prioritize motor-free mechanical simplicity over operational speed, where no electrical components means no motor servicing, no electrical troubleshooting, and no dependency on power access during operation — and where the hand crank with extension spring counterbalance delivers smooth, safe height changes on every adjustment
- Athletic directors and facility managers who want 16 team color options, optional custom graphics for school spirit and branded environments, narrow-profile uprights for baseline fan and media sightlines, and hidden ballast in a covered containment cell for a clean, professional appearance on game day
- Buyers choosing between the Americana Manual and Automatic who need the distinction stated plainly: both systems are identical in certifications, backboard specs, structural platform, and ballast weight; the Manual costs more, stores in a larger footprint, and uses a hand crank; the Automatic costs less, stores in a smaller footprint, and adjusts height with a push of a button
- Buyers comparing the Americana against the International series who need the sizing difference clear: the International carries more ballast, provides a larger safe play area (128" vs. 96"), and stores longer (204" vs. 176") for Olympic and FIBA international competition environments; the Americana delivers the same four certifications at a lower price point purpose-sized for U.S. domestic courts
About Bison and Top Sports Tech
Bison has been engineering sports equipment for courts, parks, and athletic facilities since 1985. Bison systems are installed in 300+ high schools and universities across the U.S. and are the preferred choice of athletic directors who need commercial-grade durability with minimal maintenance overhead. As an authorized Bison dealer, Top Sports Tech provides direct expert support, competitive pricing, and freight shipping coordination on every T-REX order. Contact our team to confirm the BA898AGM is the right specification for your facility, or to compare it against other systems in the T-REX Americana and International lineups.
Sources: NCAA Equipment Standards: https://www.ncaa.org/sports/2013/11/21/men-s-basketball-rules-of-the-game.aspx | NFHS Basketball Rules: https://nfhs.org/sports/basketball/rules | ASTM International Safety Standards: https://www.astm.org/membership-participation/technical-committees/committee-f08 | FIBA Equipment Certification: https://about.fiba.basketball/en/services/resource-hub/downloads
TECH SPECS
- Weight: 3500 lbs
- Color: Black, Brown, Burnt Orange, Cardinal, Columbia Blue, Forest Green, Gold, Gray, Kelly Green, Maroon, Navy, Orange, Purple, Royal, Scarlet, Vegas Gold
- Class: truck
T-Rex Compare
| Model | Backboard | Height | Use | FIBA | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| International Series | |||||
| T-REX International Manual | 72" x 42" Tempered Glass | Adjustable 7.5 ft to 10 ft (Hand Crank) |
Indoor | ✓ | Olympic and FIBA international play. Larger storage footprint. |
| T-REX International Automatic | 72" x 42" Tempered Glass | Adjustable 7.5 ft to 10 ft (Motorized Push-Button) |
Indoor | ✓ | FIBA play with fast motorized height changes and smaller storage footprint. |
| Americana Series | |||||
| T-REX Americana Manual | 72" x 42" Tempered Glass | Adjustable 7.5 ft to 10 ft (Hand Crank) |
Indoor | ✓ | U.S. high schools and colleges needing NCAA and NFHS compliance. |
| T-REX Americana Automatic | 72" x 42" Tempered Glass | Adjustable 7.5 ft to 10 ft (Motorized Push-Button) |
Indoor | ✓ | High-volume U.S. facilities needing fast height changes and smaller storage footprint. |
| Sport Series | |||||
| T-REX Sport | 36" x 60" Glass, Smoked Glass, or Polycarbonate |
Adjustable 7.5 ft to 10 ft (Spring Assist, base stays in play position) |
Indoor | ✗ | Multi-age programs and youth leagues needing safe play area at every height. |
| Competition Series | |||||
| T-REX Competition | 72" x 42" Tempered Glass | Fixed at 10 ft | Indoor and Outdoor | ✓ | Multi-court facilities needing full competition specs at an accessible price. |
| Side Court Series | |||||
| T-REX Side Court | 72" x 42" Tempered Glass | Fixed at 10 ft | Indoor | ✗ | Side courts and practice courts needing full regulation size specs at accessible pricing. |
| Recreational Series | |||||
| T-REX Recreational Indoor | 54" x 42" Acrylic | Adjustable 7.5 ft to 10 ft | Indoor | ✗ | YMCAs, intramural programs, and community centers needing T-REX quality at entry price. |
| T-REX Recreational Outdoor | 54" x 42" Polycarbonate (Unbreakable) |
Adjustable 7.5 ft to 10 ft | Outdoor | ✗ | Outdoor courts, parks, and public facilities where weather and vandalism resistance matter. |
| Club Series | |||||
| T-REX Club | 72" x 42" Tempered Glass | Adjustable 7.5 ft to 10 ft | Indoor | ✗ | Club leagues, intramural programs, and recreational facilities at the most accessible price. |
Download
Instructions
Instructions
Submittals
Submittals (FIBA version)
Sources:
NCAA Equipment Standards:
https://www.ncaa.org/sports/2013/11/21/men-s-basketball-rules-of-the-game.aspx
NFHS Basketball Rules:
https://nfhs.org/sports/basketball/rules
ASTM International Safety Standards:
https://www.astm.org/membership-participation/technical-committees/committee-f08
FIBA Equipment Certification:
https://about.fiba.basketball/en/services/resource-hub/downloads
Warranty
All Bison products are warranted against manufacturing defects at the time of delivery. In addition, most products are covered by warranty periods stated in the description of the product. Where listed as “limited”, warranties cover damage or failure that occurs during the course of “normal or intended use” of the warranted product. Normal or intended use is described as activity that is necessary for the participation in the sport for which the equipment is designed.
Bison Limited Warranties do not cover any damage or failure that is the direct or indirect result of any use that is not deemed in the sole discretion of Bison to be “normal and intended use”. When warranties are stated as “unconditional” or “unconditional replacement”, the above stated limitations do not normally apply except in cases where damage was obviously the result of a malicious act of vandalism.
Where no specific length or type of warranty is listed in the catalog, the product is warranted to be free from manufacturer’s defects and for the intended purpose at the time of shipment. Whether or not stated as such, all Bison warranties allow Bison to repair or replace warranted products at Bison’s sole option. Normal deterioration of products due to weather, wear and tear, or other causes that do not affect functional use are not covered by Bison warranties, regardless of type of stated warranty.
All warranties are valid only when product is used in the intended application as outlined in Bison’s printed literature, when installed according to Bison’s instructions and when matched with compatible components as described in Bison’s literature. Under no circumstances will Bison Residential Basketball Equipment be warranted for commercial or institutional use.
Due to the abusive nature of pay-to-play facilities, unless specifically agreed to in writing, Bison products carry no warranty except for obvious manufacturing defects when used in a facility where players pay an individual or group fee to use Bison equipment.
Bison will pay ground freight only to repair or replace defective merchandise. Unless otherwise stated, Bison will not assume any liability for labor costs incurred for removal or replacement of product replaced or repaired under warranty.
Return Policy
No merchandise may be returned without prior authorization by calling 800-247-7668. Merchandise returned without a return authorization number will be held for no more than 10 days at which time all return credit is forfeited. Upon receipt of request for return, an authorization number will be issued by Bison and must appear on all return shipping labels. All returns must be shipped prepaid (UPS, FedEx or truck only) to 1100 SW 6th Street, Lincoln NE 68522. DO NOT RETURN BY U.S. POSTAL SERVICE. Collect returns will not be accepted.
Credit for defective merchandise will be issued only when Bison Inc inspection department determines the merchandise to be covered by Bison Inc warranty. All salable merchandise returned is subject to a minimum 35% restocking charge and all freight costs with a minimum restocking charge of $100. Due to their custom design, scoring tables and wall padding are not returnable. Sports nets are not returnable once opened.
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