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Variations in length and height are common, but width is more standardized. The standard dimensions of semi-trailers are:
Length: 48 - 53 ft Width: 8.5 ft Height: 13.5 ft
The article focuses on lowbed trailers vs flatbed trailers, including the following aspects: definition, types, history, applications, features and maintenance. After reading this article, I hope you can make a better choice between lowbeds and flatbeds.
There many types of lowbed trailers, such as hydraulic low bed trailer, detachable lowbed trailer, dual line axle lowbed trailer, extendable lowbed trailer, modular trailer. Lowbed trailer is mainly used to transport non-detachable objects, such as excavators, harvesters, loaders, forklifts and other special vehicles which are not easy to move by themselves. Generally, lowbed trailer is with two ladders at the head or tail, which can help excavators and other equipment to go to the lowbed trailer.
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Ordinary lowbed trailers can be loaded from 20 tons to 200 tons, and are generally with 2 axles, 3 axles, 4 axles, and up to 10 axles. (More about lowbed trailer)
width of low bed trailer: mm,
The most popular extendable lowbed trailer is 3 axles 60 tons. Meanwhile, we also produce 2-5 axles, maximum loading 120 ton detachable lowbed trailer. (2/3/4 axle removable lowbed trailer)
Most lowbed trailers are dual line axles low bed trailers, and usually the ramps are at the rear, while the detachable lowbed trailer is loaded at the front.
Extendable lowbed trailer is often used to transport cargo with different lengths more conveniently.
Modular trailer, also called hydraulic modular trailer, or SPMT for short, is particularly suitable for the overall transport of drilling platforms, offshore modules, modular plants (petrochemical smelting, etc.), power station construction, ro-ro loading onto and off ships, chemical. It is a large work piece logistics transport equipment with driving system, helpful for some oversized and extra-long goods that cannot be disassembled for transport.
Flatbed semi trailer is one of the commonest means of transportation, which can be used to transport containers, as well as bulk goods. Sometimes, flatbed semi trailer can be used as side wall trailer, fence trailer, a double flatbed trailer.
Flatbed trailer is available in 20ft, 40ft, 45ft, and 2/3/4 axles. Different configurations depend on the cargo transported (3/4 axle and different type of flatbed trailer)
Manufacturer Panda Mech 40 ft flatbed container semi truck trailer Axles 3 axles, BPW/SAF/FUWA Brand Dimensions/size ×× mm Capacity 70 ton Weight 7-9 ton Twist lock 8-12 sets Material Main beams Q345B, upper flange:14mm, middle:8mm, down:16mm King Pin 2 inch or 3.5 inch JOST Brand Chassis 3mm,4mm,6mm, carbon steel or aluminum alloy Suspension Mechanical, airbag suspension Tire 11.00R20, 12.00R20,12R22.5, 385/65R22.5 Triangle/Hankook/ Bridgestone brandSidewall trailer is a flatbed trailer surrounded by additional baffles. The application is basically the same as flatbed semi trailer, drop side trailer can be used to transport some slightly higher cargo.
Fence semi trailer is higher, mainly used to transport cattle, pigs, livestock, poultry etc.
4 axle fence semi trailerA double flatbed trailer is a triangle in the front, and two flatbed can work together.
A double flatbed trailer
Flatbed trailer with frontborad is designed to carry and heavy items. It has a board in the front, which can protece the tractor in case of emergency braking. Flatbed trailer with front board is typically used to transport large cargo, such as: construction materials and bulk cargo. It&#;s often used in the construction industry.
The difference between High bed trailer and low bed trailer mainly lies in the working platform and purpose. High bed trailer is also called flatbed trailer, flatbed truck trailer. Its platform height is mm, while the lowbed trailer&#;s platform height is between 100-mm. In terms of purpose, the high bed trailer is mainly used to transport cargo, while the lowbed trailer is mainly used to transport construction machinery. Common high bed trailer has 20ft, 3 axle 40ft, 45ft, low bed trailer has 3 axle, 4 axle, 5 axle, 6 axle, 50ton, 60 ton, 80 ton, The maximum load is 200 ton.
The lowbed trailer was invented in , mainly using riveted gooseneck and solid rubber tires, but the lowbed trailer could only be loaded from the rear. In , the lowbed trailer was improved, with higher loading capacity and easier loading of equipment.
Detachable lowbed trailer was invented in , referred to as RGN. It can be loaded from the front. Ramp is not necessary and loading work is more convenient.
The first flatbed semi trailer was born in , with a relatively simple structure and poor loading capacity. As the flatbed semi trailer was constantly updated, the configuration was upgraded and the loading capacity became more and more powerful.
Lowbed trailer is mainly used for transporting excavators, harvesters, loaders, forklifts and other heavy equipment.
Flatbed semi trailer is mainly used for transporting containers, construction materials, bulk goods, lumber, steel coils, etc., including any cargo that does not fit in an enclosed trailer.
1. Easier loading and unloading
Flatbed semi trailer is more spacious to operate, so both loading and unloading are more convenient. Cargoes can be loaded and unloaded from all sides of flatbed semi trailer, and the cargoes can be packed well to ensure safety.
2. Different sizes for different transportation
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Flatbed semi trailer is available to be made longer or shorter according to customer&#;s demand. For example, if transport iron bars, the extended flatbed semi trailer is perfect for this purpose.
3. Transporting heavy materials.
Flatbed trailers is with high carrying capacity. Flatbed trailers can haul any cargo, from tractors, military equipment, construction materials to containers.
1. Stability
Lowbed trailer is more stable because it has a lower center of gravity, so it is safer in the transportation process.
2. Large space
Lowbed trailer has more space and can be used to load cargo with heavier weight.
3. Suitable for countries with height limit
Lowbed trailer is lower, so it is suitable for some countries with strict height limit.
For flatbed semi trailer, generally forklift or frontal crane is needed to load or unload, while for lowbed trailer, generally workers drive the equipment through the track directly onto the lowbed trailer.
The maintenance of flatbed trailer and lowbed trailer is same.
1. Check the tires.
The tire pressure should be checked monthly at room temperature. If it is significantly lower than normal, it should be added immediately.
2. Check the oil level of the clutch master cylinder.
When the clutch oil level is between the high and low levels, it is normal. If it is below the standard line, the master cylinder or cylinder cup may be damaged. When the engine is running, it will be difficult or impossible to shift gears. Please go to the nearest service station immediately.
3. Maintenance and inspection of semi-trailer battery
Check whether the semi-trailer battery is firmly fixed. Electrolyte should be between the upper and lower limits, and electrolyte or distilled water should be added to the high voltage line immediately if it is very close to the offline. Keep the positive and negative cables of the semi-trailer battery in good contact, and keep the semi-trailer battery clean and dry.
4. Check the brake fluid level.
If the brake fluid is also between the high and low levels, it is normal. If the brake fluid is near or below the lower limit, it means the system may be leaking or the brake shoes are excessively worn. You should have this repaired immediately at a service station.
5. Check the ABS brake valve
If you have an ABS brake valve installed remember to check it frequently. Follow the maintenance instructions and the principle of the ABS brake valve.
Whether air pressure control or hydraulic control method is adopted, the controller in the ABS system, through the analysis of the signal sent by the sensor, gives reasonable orders to the braking system, ensuring the stability and safety of the trailer in the emergency braking. After the emergency braking, when the wheels of the semi-trailer are clamping, the ABS system will start the pressure regulating valve to control the pressure in each brake hose and intelligently adjust the internal pressure according to the force of the body. So the wheels, tires and road are in the balance of force, preventing the body from rolling over and avoiding accidents.
We need to know the local laws, weight limits, height limits and the cargo that we need to transport. Then we can choose between low bed trailers and flatbed trailers.
But the easiest way: tell us what you need to transport, and we&#;ll give you the best advice.
Summrise:
Different between lowbed trailer and flatbed trailer is end. Flatbed trailers and lowbed trailers have many similarities and differences, mainly in the goods to be transported and classification. We can choose according to the cargo what we need to transport, local height, and weight limits.
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Lowbed trailer usually adopt an open beam (or sound type) frame. The front section of the whole structure likes swan-neck (swan-neck front section of the traction pin is connected with the traction saddle on the traction car, and the swan-neck rear end is associated with the semi-trailer frame), and the middle section is the cargo platform (the lowest part of the frame), and the back end is the wheel frame (including wheels).
The purpose of flatbed trailers and low bed trailers are very different. The flatbed trailer is mainly used to transport cargo, while the low bed trailer is mainly used to transport construction machinery. Meanwhile, in terms of design, the flat of flatbed trailer has the same height, while the flat of low bed trailer has a lower middle, and its flat design is generally high and low.
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