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THANKS FOR HELP --------Which day cab will be able to haul tri-axle end dump trailer？

Discussion in 'Tanker, Bulk and Dump Trucking Forum' started by c.w, Mar 19, 2024.

  1. Mar 19, 2024 #1
    c.w

    c.w Light Load Member

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    my friend ， he just got some job to haul tri-axle end dump. we getting confused about how to choose a right day cab and right axle.
    some one saying that tri-axle end dump needs 20k lbs steer axle, but why? is any changes when lift the box?
    he just interested in a 2008 International prostar day cab,
    450 hp , 18spd standard tranny, 205 wheel base,
    steer axle 12K , drive axle 40k lbs
    Is this truck will be able to handle a dump trailer?
    Thanks!
     
    Last edited: Mar 20, 2024
    c.w, Mar 19, 2024
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  3. Mar 19, 2024 #2
    RockinChair

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    How heavy are the loads, and what type of end-dump is it?
     
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  4. Mar 19, 2024 #3
    abyliks

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    Where is he located?
     
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  5. Mar 20, 2024 #4
    c.w

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    35ft tri-axle end dump with around 60-62k lbs sand，trailer tare weight will be 20k lbs ， terrain almost flat
    Thanks
     
    c.w, Mar 20, 2024
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  7. Mar 20, 2024 #5
    c.w

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    Central Canada------North dakota
    no mountains
    THANKS
     
    c.w, Mar 20, 2024
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  8. Mar 20, 2024 #6
    Cat sdp

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    It will do the job, not the best setup but this is the new way…..

    46k rears and a 13-14k front would be nice. 24.5 talls with 3.70-4.10 gear and a 550 would be top shelf…..
     
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