Dimensions of Tractor Trailers
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What is the maximum length of a modular hydraulic trailer with pneumatic and mechanical capabilities?

  • 19.00 M (correct)
  • 12.45 M
  • 18.75 M
  • 29.0 M

    • What is the maximum wheelbase of a tractor?

  • 19.00 M
  • 6.3 M (correct)
  • 12.45 M
  • 18.75 M

    • What is the maximum length of a puller with a hydraulic trailer?

  • 29.0 M (correct)
  • 25.25 M
  • 19.00 M
  • 18.75 M

    • What is the maximum overall height for a closed body or ISO container?

    <p>4.52 M</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum length of a road train?

    <p>25.25 M</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum wheelbase of a tractor-trailer combination?

    <p>18.75 M</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum overall height for a regular body or normal trailer?

    <p>4.0 M</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many axles can a puller with a hydraulic trailer have?

    <p>10 axles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the number 28 in the nomenclature 2828C represent?

    <p>GVW in tons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the brand name associated with the model number BLAZO X 28?

    <p>BharatBenz</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the 'C' in the nomenclature 2828C represent?

    <p>Construct type</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the GVW of the Pro 6035 series?

    <p>60 tons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the model code 'A' in the VIN number abbreviation represent?

    <p>2010 model year</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the power output of the OM906 LA model?

    <p>170 kW</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the GVW of the 3518 model?

    <p>35 tons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the 'K' in the nomenclature 3518.K?

    <p>Construct type</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) for Rigid variants according to MoRTH notification?

    <p>48T</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of suspension is used in a dual tyre axle with an extra 1-ton load permitted?

    <p>Pneumatic suspension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum Gross Combination Weight (GCW) for Tractor variants according to MoRTH notification?

    <p>55T</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the configuration of a truck with 6 wheels and 4 drive wheels?

    <p>6X4</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum weight permitted for a single tyre axle?

    <p>11.5T</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe a tandem axle where the distance between two axles is more than 1.8m?

    <p>Independent Axle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) for a rigid axle with dual tyre lift axle and pneumatic suspension?

    <p>49T</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe a tractor with a trailer or bulker?

    <p>Tractor-Bulker</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the weight of the vehicle when it is unloaded, as per the given diagram?

    <p>Kerb Weight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe the maximum weight of the vehicle, including the payload and the weight of the vehicle itself?

    <p>Gross Vehicle Weight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Truck Dimensions

    • Maximum length of a tractor-trailer: 18.75 M (61.52 Ft)
    • Maximum length of a modular hydraulic trailer: 19.00 M (62.34 Ft)
    • Maximum length of a puller + hydraulic trailer: 29.0 M (95.14 Ft)
    • Maximum length of a road train: 25.25 M (82.84 Ft)

    Truck Height

    • Maximum overall height for regular body/normal trailers: 4.0 M (13.12 Ft)
    • Maximum overall height for closed body/ISO & regular containers: 4.52 M (14.76 Ft)
    • Maximum overall height for livestock carrier: specified in Basic Automotive Technology

    Truck Manufacturers and Product Nomenclature

    • BharatBenz Academy: product nomenclature includes GVW (T) and Power Construct
    • Examples of product nomenclature: 2828C, 3518.K, 3518, Pro 6035, BLAZO X 28

    VIN Number Abbreviation

    • Model Code: OM906 LA 170kW, A - 2010
    • Configuration: 6X4, 6 wheel hubs/ends, 4 drive wheel ends

    Axle Configuration and Power Distribution

    • 8X2 and 8X4 axle configurations
    • Power distribution: 1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8

    Wheel Base

    • Wheel base (WB) of tractor: 6.3 Mts (18 Ft)
    • Wheel base (WB) of trailer: 12.45 Mts (18 Ft)

    Weights

    • GVW: Gross Vehicle Weight
    • GCW: Gross Combination Weight
    • ULW: Unladen Weight
    • Payload: Permissible Load
    • Kerb weight: Unladen Weight
    • FBT Vehicle: Full Body Truck

    Revised MoRTH Axle Load Norms

    • Single tyre axle: 7 TON
    • Dual tyre axle: 11.5 TON, 12.5 TON (with pneumatic suspension)
    • Tandem axle: 21 TON, if space between two axles is >1.8m
    • Tridem axle: 27 TON, if space between 1st and 3rd axle is >3m
    • Max GVW slab for RIGID variants: 48T
    • Max GCW for TRACTOR variants: 55T

    Rigid Axle Weights (Max): GVW

    • 18.5T, 28T, 35T, 41T, 42T, 47.5T
    • Single tyre axle: 7T, 11.5T, 21T
    • Dual tyre axle: 12.5T, 21T, 7T, 7T
    • Dual tyre lift axle (pneumatic suspension): 12.5T, 21T, 7T, 7T, 1-ton extra load permitted
    • Max GVW – Rigid: 49T

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