Liquid Ammonia (NH3) Tank Semi-Trailer

The Liquid Ammonia (NH3) Tank Semi-Trailer is a specialized, heavy-duty pressure vessel transport trailer designed strictly for the safe, high-volume road haulage and regional distribution of Anhydrous Ammonia (Liquid Ammonia, Class 2.3 Toxic / Class 8 Corrosive Gas). Engineered in full compliance with pressure vessel standards (such as ASME Section VIII Div 1/2, ADR, and GB150), the tank shell is fabricated from normalized, high-tensile fine-grain pressure vessel steel (Q345R / Q370R / 16MnDR) subjected to 100% X-ray non-destructive testing (NDT) and post-weld stress-relieving heat treatment (PWHT) to eliminate stress corrosion cracking (SCC). Featuring a low center-of-gravity cylindrical design with internal dished anti-surge baffles, it is equipped with a lockable steel safety cabinet housing pneumatic/hydraulic emergency shut-off valves, Rochester magnetic level gauges, dual safety relief valves, and liquid/vapor phase connectors. Paired with 3 commercial heavy-duty axles, air ride or multi-leaf mechanical suspension, and WABCO ABS/EBS pneumatic braking with Roll Stability Support (RSS), it provides maximum containment safety, structural durability, and road stability. Fully certified under ASME, ADR, ISO9001, CCC, CE, DOT, and SGS standards.

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Technical Specifications

Model NO. : Customized

Type : Semi-Trailer / Liquid Ammonia Pressure Tanker

Water Capacity : 40,000 Liters to 58,000 Liters (Approx. 20T - 30T NH3 Payload)

Design Pressure : 2.16 MPa / 2.20 MPa (Working Pressure: 1.6 - 1.8 MPa)

Design Temperature : -40°C to +50°C

Medium Properties : Anhydrous Ammonia (NH3 / Liquid Ammonia)

Condition : New

Grade : Heavy Duty / High-Pressure Toxic & Corrosive Gas Transport Grade

Shape : Cylindrical Pressure Vessel Body

Origin : Shandong, China

Production Capacity : Customized

Certifications : ASME / ADR / GB150 / ISO9001 / CCC / CE / DOT / SGS

HS Code : 8716399000

Overall Dimensions : 12000-13800 x 2500 x 3700-3950 mm

Tank Shell Material : High-Tensile Normalized Steel Q345R / Q370R / 16MnDR (12mm - 14mm Shell, 14mm - 16mm Dished Heads)

Corrosion Allowance : 2.0 mm

Heat Treatment : Post-Weld Heat Treatment (PWHT / Overall Annealing in Furnace to Prevent Stress Corrosion Cracking)

Radiographic Testing : 100% X-Ray Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) & Hydrostatic / Pneumatic Pressure Testing

Kingpin : JOST 2-inch or 3.5-inch Heavy-Duty Bolted/Welded Kingpin

Landing Gear : JOST / FUWA Two-Speed Manual Landing Gear (28T Capacity)

Wheel Base : 6800mm + 1310mm + 1310mm

Tread : 1820 mm / 2050 mm

Axle Number : 3 Axles

Axle Brand : FUWA / BPW / HuaJin Heavy Duty

Axle Capacity : 13T / 16T per axle

Tire Number : 12

Tire Specification : 12R22.5 / 385/65R22.5 Tubeless Heavy-Duty Tires

Tire Brand : Triangle / Double Coin / Michelin / Bridgestone

Rim : 9.00-22.5 / 11.75-22.5 Steel Disc Rims

Suspension : Heavy Duty Air Ride Suspension with Electronic Leveling / Mechanical Multi-Leaf Spring Suspension

Brake System : Dual-Line Pneumatic Air Braking System with ABS / EBS & Roll Stability Support (RSS)

ABS/EBS Brand : WABCO / Haldex

Self-dumping : Not Self-dumping

Main Beam / Chassis : High-Strength Low-Alloy Structural Steel Sub-Frame (Q345B/Q550) Integrated with Tank Cradles

Manhole Cover : Top-Mounted Pressure-Rated Forged Steel Manhole (DN450/DN500)

Safety Valves : Full-Lift Internal Safety Relief Valves with Protective Covers

Emergency Valve : Hydraulic / Pneumatic Internal Emergency Shut-Off Valves (Remote & Thermal Quick Cut-Off)

Valving & Piping System : Liquid & Vapor Phase Globe Valves, Rochester Magnetic Float Gauge, Pressure Gauge, Dial Thermometer

Safety Equipment : Static Discharge Grounding Reel, Continuous Copper Bands, Solar Reflection Shield (Optional), Fire Extinguishers

Spare Tire Carrier : 1-2pcs

Tool & Valve Box : Lockable Rear or Side Protective Steel Cabinet

Electric System : 24V, 7 Pin Socket, Explosion-Proof LED Marker & Tail Lights

Wiring Harness : Armored Weatherproof Lines

Painting / Finish : Sand Blasting (Sa 2.5) + Epoxy Zinc-Rich Primer + Polyurethane Reflective Topcoat (Sun-Reflective White)

Colour : White Coating with Mandatory Orange/Yellow Warning Bands & Toxic Gas Hazard Placards

Warranty : Pressure Vessel Shell 5Y / Axles & Valving System 1Y

Package : Nude Packing / Bulk Vessel / Ro-Ro

Delivery Time : 35-45 Working Days

Payment Terms : T/T, L/C

Key Structural & Performance Features

1. Stress-Relieved Pressure Vessel & Anti-SCC Metallurgy

  • Normalized Pressure Vessel Steel: Fabricated from certified fine-grain steel plates (Q345R/Q370R/16MnDR) specifically engineered for liquefied gas service under high pressure.
  • 100% PWHT Heat Treatment: The entire tank vessel undergoes post-weld stress-relieving heat treatment (PWHT) in a specialized furnace to remove residual welding stresses, effectively eliminating the risk of Stress Corrosion Cracking (SCC) caused by liquid ammonia.
  • 100% NDT & Hydrostatic Testing: Complete X-ray radiographic inspection on all longitudinal and circumferential welds, followed by rigorous hydrostatic pressure testing (at 1.25x design pressure) and pneumatic leak verification.

2. Double Emergency Cut-Off & Specialized Safety Cabinet

  • Pneumatic / Hydraulic Emergency Cut-Off: Internal bottom valves feature double-acting emergency shut-off mechanisms equipped with thermal fusible links and remote release controls, allowing rapid isolation during emergency leaks.
  • Sealed Valve Protective Cabinet: All liquid and vapor phase manifolds, globe valves, pressure gauges, and loading couplings are housed within a heavy-duty, lockable protective steel enclosure.
  • Precision Level & Overpressure Protection: Outfitted with a Rochester magnetic float level gauge and dual full-lift safety relief valves with pop-action discharge channels to protect against thermal pressure spikes.

3. Integrated Low-CG Sub-Frame & Braking Safety

  • Low Center of Gravity Structure: Securely attached to a high-tensile Q345B/Q550 sub-frame via engineered saddles and shock-absorbing pads, keeping the center of gravity low to enhance vehicle balance during dynamic cornering.
  • WABCO ABS/EBS with RSS: Equipped with WABCO electronic braking and Roll Stability Support (RSS), automatically engaging deceleration when detecting rollover tendencies.
  • Solar Reflection Coating: Finished with high-reflectivity polyurethane paint system to minimize solar thermal absorption and control internal vapor pressure buildup during summer transport.

Commercial & Logistics Terms

  • Warranty Policy: 5-Year warranty for the main pressure vessel shell; 1-Year warranty for axles, emergency valves, and running gear.
  • Delivery Lead Time: 35 – 45 working days upon order confirmation and technical drawing approval.
  • Packaging & Shipping: Nude packing; shipped via Bulk Cargo vessel or Ro-Ro vessel.
  • Payment Terms: T/T (Telegraphic Transfer), L/C (Letter of Credit).

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