Flat Bed Trailers

3 Axle 40/50/60 Ton 40FT Truck High Bed Flatbed Container Semi Trailer

A 3-axle 40/50/60 ton high bed flatbed semi-trailer designed for 40ft container transport, with a 12400mm length, 2480mm width and 1580mm height. The chassis uses Q345B steel main beams and 16# channel side beams, with mechanical suspension and 12R22.5 tyres. It features a JOST 2" or 3.5" kingpin, 12 twist locks, and optional ABS. The trailer is built for heavy-duty haulage in mining, construction and port logistics where payload and stability are critical.

Use OtherTrailers
Size 12400*2480*1580mm
Suspension MechanicalSuspension
Material Steel
Paint Polyurethanepaint

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Stock number held for this listing: 10504

3-axle flatbed semi trailer in white with high bed, front three-quarter view

Key Benefits

What This Unit Does Well

3-axle layout supports 60-ton payload with even weight distribution across drive axles
Q345B steel main beams and 16# channel side beams provide high strength for heavy loads
Mechanical suspension with 10-ply leaf springs offers reliable performance on rough terrain
12R22.5 tyres from Double Star, Triangle or Linglong brands are widely available in export markets
JOST kingpin and landing gear ensure compatibility with standard tractor heads and ease of coupling
Polyurethane paint finish resists corrosion in humid and coastal environments

Application Scenarios

Where It Is Used

Container transport between a port and an inland depot on unpaved or poorly maintained roads
Bulk material haulage in mining or quarry operations where axle load limits are tight
Heavy equipment transport over long distances with minimal road upgrades
Fleet expansion where multiple trailers need consistent axle and coupling specs for maintenance

Fit

Who It Is For

Fleet owners managing container transport in Africa, the Middle East or Southeast Asia
Contractors moving heavy machinery and containers across remote or underdeveloped routes
Logistics operators needing high payload trailers with consistent spare parts availability
Truck and trailer dealers stocking semi-trailers for resale in markets with limited OEM support

Buyer Pain

Problems It Solves

Inconsistent axle and suspension specs across trailers causing uneven wear and maintenance delays
Trailer failures due to weak frame materials when hauling near or at maximum payload
Lack of spare parts for non-standard or obscure trailer brands in remote regions
Difficulty in matching trailer coupling systems with existing tractor heads due to kingpin mismatch
Corrosion damage from poor paint systems in coastal or high-humidity zones

Engineering

Technical Features

3-axle configuration with FUWA, BPW or HJ axle brands, rated 13 to 16 tons per axle
Mechanical suspension with 10 pieces of 90mm x 13mm leaf springs or 12 pieces of 100mm x 12mm
Main beam made of Q345B steel with top flange 14mm x 140mm, middle flange 8mm, height 500mm, bottom flange 16mm x 140mm
Side beams constructed from 16# channel steel (Q235)
Cross members from 10# channel steel (Q235)
Floor made of 3mm checkered plate for slip resistance
JOST brand 2" or 3.5" bolt-in or welding-type kingpin
Landing gear with JOST two-speed manual operation, heavy-duty design
12 twist locks, lifting type or twist screw type, 4/8/12 pcs optional
WABCO RE6 relay valve and T30/30 spring brake chamber for braking system
40L air tanks and optional ABS
LED lighting with 8 side lights and 2 rear lights, 2 width lamps
Complete chassis treatment: sandblasted, one coat anticorrosive primer, two coats polyurethane final paint

Specification

Specification Table for This Listing

Taken from the supplier specification we hold. Anything not listed here is confirmed in writing before order rather than assumed.

Specification of 3 Axle 40/50/60 Ton 40FT Truck High Bed Flatbed Container Semi Trailer
Use	OtherTrailers
Size	1240024801580mm
Suspension	MechanicalSuspension
Material	Steel
Paint	Polyurethanepaint
Axle	FUWA/BPW/HJoptional
Tire	12R22.5Doublestar/Triangle/Linglongbrand
Function	Transport20ft40ftcontainer
Type	Semitrailer
Certificate	CCCISO9001:2008BVSGS
Trailer Model	3 Axle 40/50/60 Ton 40FT High Bed Flatbed
Dimensions L x W x H	12400 x 2480 x 1580 mm
Max Payload	60 T
Axles	3 / 4
Axle Brands	FUWA / BPW / HJ optional
Leaf Spring	10 pcs x 90(W) x 13(T) mm or 12 pcs x 100 x 12 mm
Tire Size	12R22.5
Tire Brand	Double Star / Triangle / Linglong
Wheel Rim	9.0-22.5, better brand
Kingpin	JOST 2" (50mm) or 3.5" (90mm) bolt-in or welding type
Landing Gear	JOST two-speed, manual, heavy duty
Twist Locks	4 / 8 / 12 pcs, lifting or twist screw type optional
Braking System	WABCO RE6 relay valve, T30/30 spring brake chamber, 40L air tanks
ABS	Optional
Lighting	LED, 8 side lights, 2 rear lights, 2 width lamps
Delivery Time	20 workdays after 30% down payment

Materials

Materials and Build

Q345B steel for main beams
16# channel steel (Q235) for side beams
10# channel steel (Q235) for cross members
3mm checkered steel plate for floor
JOST brand kingpin and landing gear
12R22.5 tyres from Double Star, Triangle or Linglong brands
9.0-22.5 steel rims from better brand
Polyurethane paint system with primer and two final coats

Process

How an Order Is Handled

You confirm the axle brand, twist lock count, kingpin size and paint colour
We source the trailer from the manufacturer and confirm the build schedule
We send photos of the chassis, axle, and paint finish before production begins
After completion, the trailer is tested for structural integrity and brake function
We arrange RoRo or container shipment and issue the export documents required

Quality Control

Checks Before Loading

Chassis dimensions and axle positions are verified against the specification sheet
Axle load and suspension alignment are checked before final painting
Brake system tested under load with air pressure and ABS function verified
Paint thickness and adhesion are measured at multiple points on the frame
Third-party inspection by BV or SGS is available upon request before shipment

Customisation

What Can Be Changed

Axle brand: FUWA, BPW or HJ
Kingpin size: 2" (50mm) or 3.5" (90mm)
Twist lock count: 4, 8, or 12 pcs, lifting or twist screw type
Paint colour and finish: custom colour with polyurethane paint
Tire brand: Double Star, Triangle or Linglong
ABS: optional installation
Landing gear: standard or reinforced version

Honest Comparison

How It Compares With the Alternatives

2-axle flatbed trailer	The 3-axle unit supports higher payload and better axle load distribution but has higher purchase and maintenance cost
Air suspension trailer	Mechanical suspension is more durable in dusty or off-road conditions and requires less maintenance
Lower payload 30-ton trailer	This 60-ton model handles heavier containers and reduces the need for multiple trips, but uses more fuel when empty

Use Guide

Using It Well

Inspect all twist locks and kingpin bolts before each trip to prevent coupling failure
Check air brake pressure and spring brake release before starting hauls
Verify tyre pressure weekly and inspect for wear, especially on the outer edges
Use only approved tyre brands and sizes to maintain axle load ratings and safety

Photographs

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Side view of the 40ft trailer showing 12R22.5 tyres and mechanical suspension

Rear view with twist locks, landing gear, and LED lighting

Cab interior with sleeper bunk and air conditioning controls

Fifth wheel plate and air lines on the chassis rear deck

Front grille and headlamp detail of the HOWO C7H cab

Source Specification

Manufacturer Text We Hold for This Listing

3 Axle 40/50/60 Ton 40FT Truck High Bed Flatbed Container Semi Trailer Product Description FLATBED SEMI TRAILER Tare weight 7 000kg Size 1 30 00mm*2500mm* 15 00mm P ayload 60 T Main beam Top flange 14mm, width140mm; Middle Flange 8mm; height 500mm; bottom flange16mm, width 140mm; Material is Q345B Steel S ide beam 16# channel steel(Q235) C ross member 10# channel steel(Q235) F loor 3mm checkered plate Axle 3 /4 A xle FUWA /HJ/BPW brand 13 /16 T Suspension Mechanical suspension American type local brand or Air suspension L eaf spring 10pcs *90(W)mm*13(Thickness)mm or 12*100*12mm Tire 12R22.5 D ouble star /Triangle brand 12pcs Wheel rim 9.0-22.5 better brand 12pcs Kingpin JOST brand 2" /3.5 '' bolt-in king pin or welding type Landing gear JOST brand two-speed, manual operating,heavy duty landing gear 2 8 T T wist lock 4/8/ 12pcs Lifting type or Twist Screw Type optional Braking system WABC

Reproduced from the supplier specification. Figures are confirmed in writing on the proforma invoice before any deposit.

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