Shortened Scania 10×4 Quadro from Veldhuizen falls into favor

This solution fits within the legal dimensions for a flatbed trailer and the tipper still has a high payload for asphalt transport.

The Scania G450 came as a fully air-suspended five-axle truck ex-factory, after which Veldhuizen in Groenekan shortened the chassis and repositioned the original axles. The second front axle remains in its original position, with a 325-liter diesel tank at the front left. Axles 3, 4 and 5 are positioned at 1,310 mm for ideal axle load distribution By relocating components such as air tanks and batteries within or on the chassis, Veldhuizen succeeded in building a compact and maneuverable five-axle truck within 8 meters total length to the drawbar coupling. That size is important with a view to towing flatbed trailers within the legal regulations.

More efficiency

To stay within the legal length, 4-axle tippers are often used for the flatbed trailer. After unloading the trailer, these trucks are used to deliver asphalt, but the lower payload makes this inefficient. Because the Scania has a substantially higher payload than the usual four-axle trucks, the tipper renamed Quadro by Veldhuizen takes 10 to 12 tons more asphalt per trip. The maximum GVW is 46 tons, and with an unladen weight of 16.4 tons, that results in a payload of almost 30 tons. That saves one trip on every two trips, so more efficiency and significantly fewer emissions. The compact Scania 10×4 is therefore the solution for those who need to travel to a project with a flatbed trailer carrying, for example, an asphalt paver.

Optimally utilized

The Scania is a G450 10×4 and therefore not an XT model. That type, in fact, has a thicker front bumper, which increases its length. The five-axle is equipped with the spacious CG17N cab, which can even accommodate a rest bench. The body is a 20-cubic meter, insulated Hyva asphalt tipper with aluminum cover flaps. Optimal use was made of the minimal space on the chassis, so items such as the bucket sprayer, shovel and a toolbox were given a place on the chassis. A stainless steel storage box for supplies was also considered; it found a place on the headboard.