HOWO 4-Axle Truck Body Dimensions: Specifications for Each Version

The HOWO 4-axle truck is a popular heavy-duty transport vehicle. Depending on the cargo requirements, ranging from agricultural products and bulky construction materials to soil, rocks, and heavy minerals, HOWO 4-axle truck bodies come in various configurations. The internal body length typically ranges from 6.4 m to over 9.7 m. Understanding the detailed specifications of each body type helps transport businesses optimize operating efficiency and select the most suitable transportation solution.

HOWO 4-Axle Truck Body Dimensions and Overall Vehicle Dimensions

HOWO 4-axle truck body dimensions vary by body type. The 9.7 m body is among the most common configurations, offering optimized cargo-carrying capacity.

Understanding the Difference Between Internal Body Dimensions and Overall Vehicle Dimensions

Internal Body Dimensions for Calculating Cargo Space

Internal body dimensions describe the usable space inside the cargo body. These measurements are essential when checking package lengths, arranging pallets, or calculating geometric volume. When cargo dimensions are close to the internal body dimensions, additional factors must be checked, including door openings, body posts, locking mechanisms, and working clearance. A package that fits the nominal dimensions may not necessarily be easy to load or unload.

Overall Vehicle Dimensions for Assessing Site Access

Overall vehicle dimensions indicate the vehicle’s external length, width, and height. These measurements are essential when assessing warehouse entrances, overhead clearance, parking spaces, and loading and unloading areas.

Consider two HOWO MAX 400 versions: the 9.7 m dropside truck has an overall height of 3,696 mm, while the 9.7 m version with aluminum side panels has an overall height of 3,950 mm. The difference in overall height is 254 mm. Therefore, even though both are classified as 9.7 m cargo trucks, access to areas with low overhead clearance must be checked against the specifications of the exact version.

How to Choose HOWO 4-Axle Truck Body Dimensions Based on Cargo Type

Packaged and Bulky Goods

For cartons, furniture, or bulky packages, start by measuring the cargo after packaging. Account for protective wrapping, pallet bases, and the clearance required to secure the load.

The following formula can be used:

Geometric volume = Internal body length × Internal body width × Usable height

For example, using dimensions of 9.7 × 2.36 × 2.52 m gives a geometric volume of approximately 57.69 m³. This is a calculation based on the dimensions, not a guarantee that 57.69 m³ of actual cargo can be loaded. Body posts, package shapes, and the space required for securing the load will affect the usable cargo capacity.

Palletized Cargo

For palletized cargo, internal body width and pallet orientation directly affect the loading arrangement. Two pallets with a transverse dimension of 1,200 mm each require a total width of 2,400 mm. In this orientation, they will not fit side by side inside a body with an internal width of 2,360 mm. The pallets must be rotated or an alternative loading arrangement must be used. It is also necessary to check whether any cargo overhangs the pallets.

Long and Heavy Cargo

For long cargo, compare the full packaged length with the 9,700 mm internal body length, allowing sufficient clearance for loading, unloading, and securing the cargo.

For heavy cargo, body dimensions are only one part of the calculation. Having enough volume to accommodate the cargo does not mean the vehicle is legally permitted to carry its entire weight. The vehicle’s permitted payload must also be considered.

Get Advice on Choosing a HOWO 4-Axle Truck at VIMID

When checking HOWO 4-axle truck body dimensions, identify three key factors: the vehicle version, internal body dimensions, and overall vehicle dimensions. The right cargo body must accommodate the goods, facilitate loading and unloading, and meet the access requirements of warehouses and storage facilities.

To receive specifications for the correct configuration, provide VIMID with your package or pallet dimensions, cargo weight per trip, and warehouse entrance conditions. Contact 1900 1089 for product consultation and detailed pricing.