The Ackerman steering system dates back to 1817 and allows for much better manoeuvring within a tight space and is ideal for slow moving trucks and trailers with a maximum towing speed of 8 kph. Manufactured in the UK we have a good selection of towing and loop handled trailers with capacities up to 3000 kg.
Heavy Duty Ackerman Towing Trailers
Features
- Turntable Steering
- Good solo manoeuvring in confined spaces. For in-plant operation - maximum towing speed 8 kph (5 mph).
- Fully welded steel chassis.
- Capacities of 1 to 3 Tonnes
- Anti-drop tow-bar.
- 35 mm tow eye - rear hitch and pin.
- Finish: Blue epoxy.
- Flush ply decks - sanded and coated
- Manufactured in the UK to relevant standards
Available Models for Ackerman Heavy Duty trailers
Maximum UDL KG | 1000 | 2000 | 3000 | |||
Deck Height mm | 500 | 500 | 515 | 550 | 575 | 720 |
Wheels | Solid | Pneumatic | Solid | Pneumatic | Solid | Pneumatic |
Diameter x Tread Width mm | 400x100 | 400x110 | 400x100 | 500x120 | 455x120 | 610x150 |
Deck 2 x 1 metre Weight kg | 200 | 185 | 220 | 205 | 250 | 235 |
Model Reference | TR601 | TR601P | TR602 | TR602P | TR603 | TR603P |
Deck 2.4 x 1.2 metre Weight kg | 230 | 215 | 250 | 235 | 285 | 270 |
Model Reference | TR611 | TR611P | TR612 | TR612P | TR613 | TR613P |
Please contact Merlin Industrial Products with the product code for the current price and availability.
Double Ackerman Towing Trailer
- Double Ackerman Steering
- Front and rear steering for accurate tracking in train
- For in-plant operation - maximum towing speed 8 kph (5 mph).
- Fully welded steel chassis.
- 35 mm tow-eye - rear hitch and pin.
- Finish Blue epoxy.
- Flush ply decks - sanded and coated.
- Manufactured to order with a 4-week lead time
Double Ackerman Truck Schematic for towing several trailers in a line / train.
Available Models for the Double Ackerman Heavy Duty trailers
Maximum UDL KG | 1000 | 2000 | 3000 | |||
Deck Height mm | 500 | 500 | 515 | 550 | 575 | 720 |
Wheels | Solid | Pneumatic | Solid | Pneumatic | Solid | Pneumatic |
Diameter x Tread Width mm | 400x100 | 400x110 | 400x100 | 500x120 | 455x120 | 610x150 |
Deck 2 x 1 metre Weight kg | 200 | 185 | 220 | 205 | 250 | 235 |
Model Reference | TR700 | TR700P | TR710 | TR710P | TR720 | TR720P |
Deck 2.4 x 1.2 metre Weight kg | 230 | 215 | 250 | 235 | 285 | 270 |
Model Reference | TR730 | TR730P | TR740 | TR740P | TR750 | TR750P |
Please contact Merlin Industrial Products with the product code for the current price and availability.
As these are manufactured within the UK we are able to offer custom-built trailers with many styles and types of superstructure to suit individual requirements.
Alternative deck sizes and capacities also available.
Ackerman Loop Handled Trailers
TR110 Hand Pulled Trailer with Solid Rubber Wheels, also available with pneumatic wheels
Features
- Standard deck height 510 mm. Braced and reinforced all steel welded chassis with high quality polyurethane coated ply decks inset and finished flush.
- Protected all round by steel side frame. Fixed optional headboard complete with dropdown sides and tailgate.
- All with polyurethane coated ply panels.
- Wheels: Large 400 mm diameter roller bearing wheels with either solid or pneumatic tyres.
- Finish: Blue epoxy.
- Manufactured to order with a 4-week lead time
Handles
Loop handles are supplied as standard. T' bar handles can be supplied at no extra cost. Please specify T' bar handle when ordering.
1 Tonne hand pull turntable or Ackerman steering
2 Options
- Flat Bed
- Headboard Sides and Tailgate
Turntable Steering
Front axle mounted ball race turntable. Highly manoeuvrable with tight turning circle
Model Variants for the loop handled Ackerman trucks / trailers
UDL Capacity | 1000 kg | ||||
Deck Size mm | 1500 x 800 | 2000 x 1000 | |||
Wheel Diameter x Tread | 400 x 100 | 400 x 110 | 400 x 100 | 400 x 110 | |
Tyre Type | Solid | Pneumatic | Solid | Pneumatic | |
TURNTABLE - flat bed | Weight | 112 kg | 85 kg | 137 kg | 110 kg |
Order Ref | TR100 | TR100P | TR110 | TR110P | |
TURNTABLE - with headboard sides & tailgate | Weight | 142 kg | 115 kg | 175 kg | 148 kg |
Order Ref | TR102 | TR102P | TR112 | TR112P | |
ACKERMAN - flat bed | Weight | 107 kg | 80 kg | 129 kg | 102 kg |
Order Ref | TR150 | TR150P | TR160 | TR160P | |
ACKERMAN - with headboard sides & tailgate | Weight | 137 kg | 110 kg | 167 kg | 140 kg |
Order Ref | TR152 | TR152P | TR162 | TR162P |
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