Hello I am new here -
I have a small foundation company and have been struggling with the current 16' flatbed truck we have. It is only 210 HP with a CAT C7 and doesn't seem like enough power. I am looking at purchasing a 2013 International 4400 with 270 HP and air suspension. I have never had air suspension before. Does anyone know if this will be okay with towing a backhoe (19,000 lbs) most of the time? I also carry 2 cubes of block with sand and a mixer on the 16' flatbed. I'm wondering if the 270 HP will be enough. The truck I am looking at has a DT466 Engine with a Eaton Fuller trans.
I would appreciate any advice -- Thank you so much,
Angelo
Towing a Backhoe - Suspension and HP Question
Discussion in 'Flatbed Trucking Forum' started by Angelo778899, Apr 25, 2015.