Use Cases
Commonly used for hauling excavators, bulldozers, and other heavy machinery, this lowbed/lowboy trailer is ideal for construction, plant relocation, and heavy equipment logistics where low deck height and high payload are required. It also suits rental fleets and heavy-haul contractors who need detachable gooseneck or customizable deck lengths.
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Detailed Description
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The ZW Group 55t lowbed is engineered around a robust H-section main beam (high-strength steel) and 3 axles rated to multi-ton capacities, giving a nominal payload of ≈55 tons (≈110,000 lb) evenly distributed — ideal for lowboy, lowbed, heavy haul and plant trailer applications. Deck materials and deck height can be specified per order to match local regulations and load profiles.
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Standard running gear includes 16–25k axles, mechanical or optional air suspension, and commercial heavy-duty tires (typical options: 8.25R22.5 or 235/75R17.5). Braking and electrical systems use DOT-compliant components and LED lighting; customers can select hydraulic detachable goosenecks, flip axles, or stinger boosters for added versatility.
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Production & quality details: the trailer undergoes staged fabrication with CNC cutting and high-strength welding, followed by surface treatment and industrial coating (paint) in the customer’s color (blue in this SKU). Every unit receives payload/axle load testing and packaging for export (sea-secure lashing, corrosion protection), and ZW Group offers tailored options — custom deck lengths, ramp styles, and load securing fittings — to meet buyer specs.
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Detailed specifications
| Item | Typical value / option |
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| Capacity (nominal) | 55 t (≈110,000 lb) maximum gross payload. |
| Axles | 3 axles (standard), 25k or 22.5k axle options. |
| Deck length (clear) | ~24–26 ft typical (customizable). |
| Deck width | 8 ft 6 in (102") standard; wider options available. |
| Loaded deck height | ~18–22 in (low profile lowboy) — depends on spec. |
| Main beam | H-section high-strength steel (example H: ~500 mm design possible). |
| Platform plate | 4–6 mm steel plate or hardwood/apitong decking optional. |
| Suspension | Mechanical spring standard; air-ride optional for delicate loads. |
| Tires & wheels | 12 tires typical for tri-axle (examples: 8.25R22.5 or 235/75R17.5). |
| Color & finish | Industrial paint (blue per SKU) with sandblast + primer + topcoat for export. |
FAQ
Q: What is the exact payload this trailer carries?
A: This model is marketed as a 55-ton lowbed (≈110,000 lb) capacity in industry terms; legal payload depends on local axle-weight limits and how the load is distributed.
Q: Can the deck length, ramp type, or suspension be customized?
A: Yes — ZW Group offers custom deck lengths, ramp styles (beavertail, straight, folding ramps), and mechanical or air suspension packages to match your trailer use.
Q: What axles and tires are fitted?
A: Typical factory fitment uses 3 heavy-duty axles (22.5k–25k rated) with hub-piloted wheels and commercial heavy-duty tires (8.25R22.5 or 235/75R17.5). Specific brands and sizes can be ordered.
Q: How is the trailer prepared for export?
A: Units are primed and painted (customer color), fitted with export packaging and corrosion protection, and undergo final load/axle testing before shipment.
Q: Do you offer detachable gooseneck or flip-stinger boosters?
A: Yes — detachable/removable goosenecks and flip/flip-over booster axle options are common for 55-ton lowboys and can be added.
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