How many tons can a 9.6-meter truck with front-four-rear-eight configuration carry?
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A 9.6-meter truck with front-four-rear-eight configuration can carry 40 tons. Here are the relevant details: 1. Regulations: The front-four-rear-eight is a category of commercial vehicles. The transportation department requires that the total weight of the vehicle and cargo for a 4-axle truck should not exceed 40 tons when on the road. If the over-limit rate >100%, the portion exceeding 0%-30% (including 30%) is charged at the basic rate, while the portion exceeding 30% is charged at 6 times the basic rate. 2. Structure: Front-four-rear-eight means there are four wheels in the front and eight wheels in the rear. The front-four refers to a double-axle configuration with four wheels, and the rear-eight also refers to a double-axle configuration with eight wheels driving. Each axle has four wheels, with two wheels on each side of the axle. Typically, terms like double-axle or single-axle refer to the number of driving axles at the rear.
As a veteran long-haul driver, I often drive a 9.6-meter 4x2 truck with a typical curb weight of around 5 tons and a legal payload capacity of approximately 8 to 12 tons. The actual load depends on cargo type, road conditions, and local regulations; on flat roads, carrying grain can easily exceed 10 tons, but on uphill or snowy/rainy days, it's safer to reduce it below 9 tons. The condition of axles and tires also affects the load—I can carry more with new tires. Before each trip, I check the vehicle weight to avoid overload fines, as the costs are too high otherwise. I advise new drivers to weigh their trucks regularly and not blindly chase maximum loads—safety comes first.
I work in the dispatch department of a logistics company and have handled many of this type of vehicle. The standard legal load for a 9.6-meter truck with a 4x2 front and 8x4 rear axle configuration is within 10 tons, with a total weight not exceeding 25 tons—otherwise, highway tolls double and risks increase. Considering the truck's weight of 6 tons and cargo weight, we strictly control shipments under 9.5 tons. During transport, we account for bridge height limits and slopes, reducing the load to 8.5 tons for mountainous routes to ensure stability. Data sheets indicate that fuel consumption is lowest at a 9-ton load, and maintenance costs remain reasonable. Fleet experience shows that regular chassis inspections prevent excessive wear. Proper planning helps extend vehicle lifespan and save costs.
