MTE completed this 3 Rows of 8 Linkwing for Hawke’s Bay Heavy Haulage, purpose-built for specialist heavy machinery and over-dimensional transport.
With an 85,000kg GVM, hydraulically widening deck, hydraulic suspension and a hydraulic internal compensating gooseneck, this 3R8 provides the capacity and flexibility required for demanding heavy haulage work.
Key Specifications
Configuration: 3 Rows of 8 Linkwing – Hydraulic Neck
GVM: 85,000kg
Forward Length: 9,900mm
Deck Width: 2,500mm closed / 3,700mm open
Deck Ride Height: 920mm
Deck Lowered Height: 820mm
Deck Raised Height: 1,060mm
Decking: 20mm treated plywood
Axles: MTE 17.5" 10-stud Linkwing axles
Axle Spacing: 2,400mm
Suspension: MTE hydraulic ball-type
Kingpin Vertical Rating: 36,000kg
Rear Group Rating: 49,440kg
Gooseneck: Hydraulic internal compensating
Rub Plate Height: 1,367mm at 920mm deck height
Kingpins: 50mm & 90mm MTE drop-in
Main Ramps: 2,700mm × 900mm straight hydraulic ramps
Hydraulic Supply: Truck hydraulics
Hydraulic Linkwing Capability
The Linkwing configuration allows the deck to hydraulically widen from 2.5m to 3.7m, providing the additional width required for large tracked machinery and other over-dimensional loads.
MTE hydraulic suspension allows the deck to operate between 820mm lowered and 1,060mm raised, while the hydraulic compensating gooseneck provides further control over trailer height and setup for different loads.
Remote Control Operation
A 10-function remote control system allows the operator to remotely control the gooseneck, left and right suspension and front and rear deck widening. This makes it easier to configure the trailer while maintaining a clear view of the trailer and load.
Equipped for Heavy Haulage
The trailer incorporates extensive load restraint provisions, including Figure 8 deck lashings, cross-member lashing rings, heavy-duty 16mm chain lugs and ship-lock provisions for a 20ft container. Stainless-steel protectors are fitted above the outer cross-member lashings to protect these high-use areas.
An 85-point centralised automatic greasing system covers the suspension, brakes, widening cylinders, wings, locks, gooseneck and ramps, helping simplify routine maintenance on a trailer with a significant number of moving components.
Five open chain bins and dedicated dunnage storage between the axles provide plenty of space for chains, timber and other heavy haulage equipment.
Customer: Hawke’s Bay Heavy Haulage
Built for Specialist Heavy Haulage
Finished predominantly in MTE Red with contrasting white coaming rails, ramps and rear bumper, this 3R8 has a distinctive appearance to match its heavy-haulage capability.
