Why do you choose to import tanker trailers from China?

By 2018, The export volume of China's trucks has reached 44,000. Africa is an important export destination for China's trucks, with 50 Dongfeng Tianlong tractors exported to West Africa and 90 dump trucks exported to the Democratic Republic of Congo. In addition to west Africa and the Democratic Republic of Congo mentioned above, there are many truck export markets in China, such as Ghana, Mali, Cameroon, Ivory Coast and Tanzania in Africa, as well as our close neighbor Russia. As one of the fastest growing countries in the world, China can provide you with rugged tanker trailers, even different trailer manufacturers can provide different quality. Most Chinese tanker suppliers can meet your transportation needs.

In addition to these developing countries, our country has also exported trailer trucks to developed countries, such as France. Although there are a large number of truck exporting countries in China, the price issue is also one of our major concerns. Importing new tanker trailers from China can help you save more than 50% of your costs compared to buying from Europe or Turkey.

Even for small orders, Chinese tanker trailer manufacturers can produce and design tanker trailers according to your requirements.

It has been more than ten years since Chinese trucks entered the world market. In this difficult period of development, domestic trucks have made qualitative improvement in terms of workmanship details and performance. In addition, the domestic trailer enjoys a high reputation in the world's important energy and mineral exporting countries with its diversification and high applicability.

How to determine your needs for tanker trailers?

Firstly, you should know the type of cargo you plan to be carried by tanker trailer.Would you like to use a tanker trailer to carry fuel, petroleum, acid, ethanol, bitumen or LPG?

Here are some common tanker trailer types:

42000L 3 Axles Fuel Tanker Trailer

40CBM 3 Axles Bitumen Tanker Trailer

Acid Tanker Trailer

Cement Tanker Trailer

Secondly, know your local road laws for tanker trailer, such as payloads, certificates, etc.

When you want to get a quote from a tanker trailer supplier, you may want to confirm some tanker trailer specifications:

1. Tanker trailer capacity

Tanker trailer capacity usually ranges from 30,000 to 50,000 liters. The most commonly used tanker capacity in African countries is 40,000 liters, 42,000 liters and 45,000 liters.

2. Tanker trailer compartment

Tanker trailers usually require three to eight compartments. Other tanker trailers (such as bitumen tankers, acid tankers) are usually designed with only one compartment.

3. Tanker trailer shape

Tanker trailers are round shape,square shape,V shape.

4. Tanker axle No. and axle brand

The 3 axles tanker trailer is most commonly used and is widely used in east and South Africa. 4 axles tanker trailers are widely used in West and Central Africa.

Famous axle brands such as BPW and FUWA axle can reduce maintenance costs, and initial order costs are higher.

5. Suspension types of tanker trailers

You can choose spring suspension or airbag suspension on the tanker trailer.

As far as road conditions in Africa are concerned, spring suspension is preferred.

6. Tire size and brand

The most commonly used tire sizes are 12R22.5 and 385/65R22.5. Also known as twin tires and super single tires. If a spring suspension is used in a tanker trailer, the tanker trailer supplier will usually install 12R22.5 tires, and if an airbag suspension is used in a tanker trailer, the tanker trailer supplier will usually install 385/65R22.5 tires. You can also ask the tanker trailer supplier to change the required tire dimensions.

Premium brands of tires last longer, but at a higher price.

Brand recommendation of high quality tires from China: Triangle brand, double coin brand, etc.

 

Thirdly, you may know the type and specifications of the tank trailer required. Obtain quotations from tanker trailer suppliers.

After selecting the appropriate tanker trailer supplier, the order can be started. Sign a contract or invoice with your supplier. You can choose to go to the factory before placing an order to ensure that the supplier is reliable. The tanker trailer from China will produced according to your order. It will take about 30 days to complete production. So if you import from China, don't forget to arrange your order in advance.

How to arrange shipment from China to your city?

1. When the tanker trailer has finished production and is ready for shipment. Some tanker suppliers can help you solve all shipping problems until you arrive at African ports such as Dar es Salaam, Beira, Tema, etc.

2. You need to contact a freight forwarder or logistics company to help you with transportation and customs clearance from the port to the city. If you are familiar with importing, you can also solve shipping and customs clearance problems yourself.

If you buy tanker trailers from China, how will they be transported?

There are three main modes of transportation.

1.Flat rack container transport

2.Container transport

3.Bulk carrier or ro-ro ship transport

What is the price of tanker trailer from China?

New Liquid Tanker trailers from China will cost between $20,000 and $40,000. Dumper trailers cost about $20,000 to $30,000, and flatbed trailer about $10,000 to $15,000. Prices can fluctuate, depending on the exchange rate.For specific quotation, you can send us an inquiry or phone or email us.