Scheuerle launches K25 L

The manufacturer said the new platform vehicle could be used for the transportation of wind turbine components and construction machinery. The technically possible axle load of the K25 L is up to 23t or up to 13.9t at 80 km/h.

Despite the use of larger tyres (285/70 R 19.5), Scheuerle managed to reduce the platform height to 875mm when loaded or 910mm when unloaded.

The track width of the K25 L is 2100mm along with an external width of 3,000mm, which Scheuerle said is over 10% more than competitors ´ products. “Due to its large track width, the K25 L considerably reduces the risk of accidents caused by overturning when transporting wind tower segments with large diameters and thus greatly enhances work safety levels,” the manufacturer added.

The new platform vehicle has a high axle compensation of 680mm and maximum steering angle of +/-60°. Lifting and lowering is carried out with the help of a PPU (Power Pack Unit) from the Z19 series. It is low-emission in accordance with Stage V.

“The highest negative and positive bending moment on the market creates economic flexibility for the operator through additional loading options. This offers particular advantages for products such as tower segments or nacelles (machine housings) that feature high point loads in combination with a high centre of gravity, and those whose centre of gravity lies far outside the support centre as is the case when transporting long goods with the help of swivel bolsters,” said Scheuerle. It added that the K25 L has a 30% higher torsional stiffness compared to similar products.

The model range of the K25 L series fulfils the requirements of platform vehicles with two to six axles. The vehicles can be combined with goosenecks, drawbars, swivel bolsters, bridges and tower adapters.