What are the dimensions of the euro truck and what are its features?

2024 Author: Erin Ralphs | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-02-19 11:42

Eurotruck (or, as carriers call it, “Eurotent”) is a truck, usually a long length, consisting of a “head”, that is, a truck tractor, and the semi-trailer itself. The last detail has its own nuances. The dimensions of the euro truck, namely the semi-trailer, are as follows: length - 13.6 meters, height - 2.45 meters, width - also 2.45 meters. In total, such a hitch is capable of transporting goods weighing 20-22 tons with a volume of 82 cubic meters. In addition to such modifications, there are other trucks. In Europe, for example, the dimensions of a Euro truck with a trailer can be 95 or even 110 cubic meters, depending on the height of the body. This is done in order to expand the scope of such transport in order to increase profitability. By the way, the length and height of such a hitch remains unchanged, so there is no need to draw up additional documents and obtain additional permits.

Remarkably, the awning on such a truck can be removed in a matter of minutes, and without much effort. If the load is too long to load from the rear, it can be loaded from above by removing the top of the trailer. Particularly relevant in Europe is the type of "curtain" (truckers call it"bag" due to the large amount of cargo space). In this case, the dimensions of the euro truck remain almost unchanged (except that the height can be varied up to 3 meters), but there will definitely not be any problems with the removal of one side of the body or the complete unawning.

In addition, many trucks are equipped with special belts and mounting rails. This is done in order to keep the fragile cargo and deliver it in maximum safety. Private carriers always have these two parts included.

What can these trucks transport?

As we have already noted, the eurotruck (whose dimensions in length always remain unchanged) has a wide range of applications. Such trailers transport household appliances, piece items in containers, various building materials and even food products that are not subject to strict temperature control. If among the latter type of cargo there are fresh vegetables, fruits or semi-finished products, the awning is definitely unsuitable for their transportation. In such cases, refrigerators are used. By the way, their dimensions are exactly the same as the dimensions of a euro truck, and the volume is often 82-86 (95) cubic meters.

In addition, tilt trucks are capable of transporting furniture products, and not only finished products. It can also be simple boards placed on euro pallets (special pallets 100 cm long and 80 cm wide) or without them. The main thing is that their length should not exceed 13.6 meters. By the way, if the loadplaced not on pallets, be aware: the loading time of the goods will be 2 or even 3 times longer.

And finally, about the cost of transportation. At the moment, the range of prices on international routes is quite wide - from 30 to 70 rubles per kilometer. The cost directly depends on the geographical location of the point of departure and destination. In addition, the price is affected by the danger of the cargo, the reaction to temperature changes, mass and volume.