3 Axle 40ft Flatbed Semi Trailer 60 Ton Steel

The 40ft flatbed semi trailer is a steel flat bed trailer built for container and general cargo haulage, and it suits fleet operators and procurement managers sourcing for African routes. Its 3 axle layout and twist lock fittings make it a working platform for 40ft containers and loose loads. The steel flat bed keeps the deck simple to load and simple to maintain.

Why It Works On Site

• 3 axle configuration spreads the load across the running gear, which helps on long trunk routes and mixed road surfaces.
• 40ft flat bed deck takes standard containers and gives a flat surface for steel, timber and palletised freight.
• Twist lock fittings lock a container to the deck for highway runs instead of relying on straps alone.
• 60 ton steel construction supports heavy payloads and resists deck wear from repeated loading.
• Flat bed layout allows side and rear loading, so a yard crane or forklift can work either end.

Where It Is Used

Fleet operators use this trailer for container shuttles between ports, depots and inland yards. The flat bed also carries steel sections, bagged goods and machinery that do not fit a box.

On longer routes it works as a general freight platform, handling mixed loads on paved highways and secondary roads.

Customisation Before Delivery

Axle count, deck length, suspension type, tyre size, landing gear and colour are settled at order confirmation, so the trailer matches your fleet and your hauling contract. Tell us the configuration you need and it is confirmed with the quotation.

Buyer Questions

What load can this trailer carry?

The listed load capacity is 5001-10000 KG. For the 60 ton rating in the product name, confirm the exact payload with us at quotation.

Can it carry both containers and loose cargo?

Yes. The twist lock fittings secure a 40ft container, and the flat steel deck takes loose freight when the locks are not in use.

Is the axle and suspension setup fixed?

No. Axle count and suspension type are agreed at order confirmation, along with tyres and landing gear.

Send your required deck length, axle count and order quantity to receive a quotation.