Dropside Semi Trailer - 3 Axles - 40 Tons
The 3-Axle 40-Ton Dropside Semi-Trailer is the global benchmark standard for medium-to-long haul freight logistics, regional distribution, and agricultural commodity transport. Engineered for maximum versatility, it features side wall heights ranging from 600mm to 1200mm with drop-down or fully detachable side panels, enabling seamless dual-side forklift loading and rapid manual handling of palletized goods, bagged cement, grain, and general bulk freight. Constructed from high-tensile Q345B/Q355B structural steel with an automated submerged-arc welded main beam, it features a 3mm or 4mm heavy-duty anti-skid checkered steel floor plate. Supported by 3 commercial heavy-duty axles (13T/16T FUWA or BPW), multi-leaf spring suspension, and a WABCO ABS dual-line pneumatic braking system, this trailer provides exceptional payload stability, low operational maintenance, and high structural reliability across diverse highway and regional road conditions. Fully certified under ISO9001, CCC, CE, and SGS standards
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Product Details
Technical Specifications
Model NO. : Customized
Type : Semi-Trailer / 3-Axle Dropside Cargo Semi-Trailer
Load Capacity : 40 Tons (40T Payload)
Condition : New
Grade : Standard Duty / Heavy Duty Cargo Grade
Shape : Cargo / Dropside / Side Wall Body
Origin : Shandong, China
Production Capacity : Customized
Certifications : ECE / ISO9001 / CCC / CE / SGS
HS Code : 8716399000
Overall Dimensions : Customized (Approx. 12500-13000 x 2500 x 2800-3200 mm)
Box Dimension : Customized (Approx. 12300-12800 x 2400 x 600-1200 mm)
Side Wall Height : 600mm / 800mm / 1000mm / 1200mm
Side Wall Type : Fixed / Drop Side / Detachable Panels
Wheel Base : 7000mm - 8500mm
Tread : 1820 mm
Axle Number : 3 Axles
Axle Brand : FUWA / BPW / HuaJin Heavy Duty
Axle Capacity : 13T / 16T per axle
Tire Number : 12 pcs + 1 Spare Tire
Tire Specification : 12R22.5 / 11.00R20 / 12.00R20 Tubeless or Radial Tires
Tire Brand : Triangle / Double Coin / Linglong
Rim : 9.00-22.5 / 8.5-20 Steel Disc Rims
Suspension : Heavy Duty Mechanical Multi-Leaf Spring / Air Ride Suspension
Leaf Spring : 10 pcs Reinforced (90x13mm or 90x16mm)
Brake System : Dual-Line Pneumatic Air Braking System with ABS
ABS Brand : WABCO / Kemi / Haldex
Self-dumping : Not Self-dumping
Material : High-Tensile Structural Steel Q345B / Q550
Main Beam Height : 450mm / 480mm / 500mm
Upper/Down Plate : 12mm / 14mm / 16mm
Middle Plate (Web) : 6mm / 8mm / 10mm
Welding : Automatic Submerged-Arc Welding
Floor Plate : 3mm / 4mm Checkered Steel Anti-Skid Plate
Cargo Accessories : Rear Door / Side Doors / Rope Hooks / Lashing Rings / E-Tracks
Landing Gear : JOST / FUWA 28T Two-Speed Manual Landing Gear
King Pin : JOST 50# (2-inch) or 90# (3.5-inch) Bolted / Welded King Pin
Spare Tire Carrier : 1 or 2 Units
Tool Box : 1 Unit Heavy-Duty Lockable Steel Box
Electrical System : 24V, 7-Pin ISO Socket, Full LED Marker & Tail Lights
Painting / Finish : Sand Blasting (Sa 2.5) + Epoxy Zinc-Rich Primer + Polyurethane Topcoat
Colour : Optional / Customized RAL Code
Warranty : Main Beam Frame 3 Years / Axles & Major Parts 1 Year
Package : Nude Packing / Bulk Vessel / Ro-Ro / 40HQ Container
Delivery Time : 25 - 30 Working Days
Payment Terms : T/T, L/C
Key Structural & Performance Features
1. Standard-Duty High-Tensile Frame & Anti-Skid Deck
- Automated Submerged-Arc Welded Main Beam: Constructed with high-tensile Q345B/Q550 steel, the main beam is designed with optimal web and flange plate dimensions to prevent deck sagging or structural fatigue under standard 40-ton payloads.
- Heavy-Duty Checkered Floor Deck: Features a 3mm or 4mm thick checkered steel floor plate providing anti-slip protection for cargo while withstanding heavy point loads from forklift tires during loading and unloading cycles.
- Integrated Perimeter Lashing Anchors: Outfitted with side-beam rope hooks, tensioner winches, and lashing rings spaced evenly along the perimeter frame to secure tarpaulins, straps, and chains.
2. Multi-Functional Drop-Side Configuration
- Modular Side Panel Architecture: Corrugated steel side panels (height options of 600mm, 800mm, 1000mm, or 1200mm) are divided into individual hinged sections that can fold down completely or be detached entirely.
- Fast Convertible Flatbed Function: Removing the side panels and corner pillars converts the dropside trailer into a full flatbed platform suitable for containerized, oversized, or long structural cargo.
- Heavy-Duty Hinge Locks & Pillars: Features anti-wear cast steel hinge sockets and quick-release spring latches to ensure panel rigidity and noise-free operation on rough roads.
3. Reliable 3-Axle Running Gear & Safety Integration
- 3-Axle Weight Distribution: Tri-axle design equipped with 13T or 16T heavy-duty axles (FUWA/BPW) ensures compliant axle load distribution across national highway regulations.
- WABCO Pneumatic ABS Braking: Dual-line compressed air braking equipped with WABCO ABS delivers dependable emergency stopping performance and prevents tire skidding during full-load braking.
- Multi-Leaf Mechanical Suspension: Standard 10-leaf heavy spring suspension system balances dynamic chassis weight evenly across all three axles, absorbing road vibration and extending tire operational life.
Commercial & Logistics Terms
- Shipping & Delivery: Shipped via Ro-Ro vessel, Bulk Cargo vessel, or 40ft High Cube (40HQ) containers (utilizing bolt-connected split-frame options) to optimize international ocean freight costs.
- Warranty Coverage: 3-Year structural guarantee on the main chassis frame; 1-Year warranty covering axles, landing legs, air brake valves, and running gear components.
- Payment Terms: 30% T/T deposit, 70% balance paid prior to dispatch; irrevocable L/C at sight accepted.
