Six full-scale reinforced concrete corbel specimens were tested to study the influence of steel and polypropylene fibres, headed bars, and horizontal loading on their responses. The experimentally determined capacities were compared with predictions using simplified and refined strut-and-tie models, with the refined models providing better predictions of the capacities.; The experimental study demonstrated the beneficial use of fibres in reinforced concrete corbels, that is a reduction in the number and the width of cracks at service loads. Headed bars provided excellent anchorage of the main tension tie reinforcement and eliminated the need to weld bearing plates to the reinforcement, as traditionally done in practice. Refined strut-and-tie models provide better predications to the ultimate load capacities.; The improved crack control, using fibre reinforced concrete, and the excellent end anchorage provided by the headed bars provides more durable corbels, suitable for use in parking garage structures.
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