Driving on all soils

A tractor unit is a truck prime mover on which a semitrailer can be coupled. Tractors are based on a truck chassis and are also called articulated truck. This combination is also called articulated vehicle and consists of a tractor unit with a driver’s cabin, the axles, the motor and the semi-trailer coupling with which the trailer can be connected. The coupling is also called kingpin.

Tractor units are distinguishing from trucks by their coupling instead of a cargo area. The coupling connects the trailer with the tractor. A prime mover often has a shorter length than classic trucks.

For transporting goods with a tractor a semitrailer is necessary. This can be a refrigerated trailer, a concrete mixing trailer, a concrete pump trailer or the standard flatbed trailer. The tractor unit feeds the trailer with energy for the lighting and ABS and with compressed air for the brake system. The semitrailer itself is non-motorized.

Tractor units are not that maneuverable as normal trucks. That is why they are often applied in long-distance haulage. Often are for these applications two to three axle trailers used, but there are also articulated vehicles which are applied on construction sites with tipper trailers.

The field of application is important for the decision whether buy an all-wheel tractor or not. For off-road tasks it is necessary that he vehicle has an all-wheel drive. All wheels are permanently driven for being able to fulfill cross-country works. The higher the difficulty of the site the more an all-wheel drive is suitable. Even in the most adverse ground conditions like scree a tractor is appropriate. The tires of the vehicles have enough stability against external damage, as well as enough air pressure and special rubber materials.

Searching a tractor unit with an all-wheel drive you have come to the right place at Easyrent truck & trailer. We are pleased to help and advise you, contact us today!