MTE recently completed this 4 Axle Flat Top Low Loader for Downer Group NZ, purpose-built as a versatile machinery transport solution for their New Zealand operations.
While based around MTE’s proven straight-deck Flat Top Low Loader platform, this build incorporates several custom features designed around the way Downer moves equipment – most notably a custom front loading ramp and telescopic drawbar, allowing machinery to be loaded from the trailer directly into the bin of a tipper truck.
Key Specifications
Configuration: 4 Axle Flat Top Low Loader – Straight Deck
GVM: 32,000kg
Deck Length: 9,338mm
Overall Length: 11,400mm
Deck Width: 2,490mm
Deck Height: 910mm
Deck: Full steel deck with 18mm anti-slip treated plywood
Axles: MTW 17.5" 12T fixed drum, 10-stud
Suspension: MTW air suspension
Brakes: Knorr Multi-Volt EBS
Drawbar: Telescopic sliding with air-operated locks
Tow Eye: 40mm
Rear Ramps: 3,000mm custom hydraulic ramps
Front Ramp: Manually operated aluminium ramp – 5 tonne rated
Hydraulic Supply: Truck hydraulics
Built for Machinery Transport
At the rear, the trailer is fitted with 3,000mm custom hydraulic loading ramps with cleats and plywood infills, operated from the truck hydraulic system. Separate raise/lower valves allow the front and rear suspension groups to be controlled individually during loading and unloading.
Load restraint is provided through 15 certified tie-bar lashings per side, full-length certified rope rails, chain lugs at every crossmember and six dedicated ferry tie-down points.
The trailer also includes two lockable 1,200mm toolboxes, three dedicated chain bins and under-deck holders for six traffic cones, providing plenty of practical storage for day-to-day operation.
Customer: Downer Group NZ
