Petroleum Flatbed Semi-Trailer
« Robust Transport of Heavy Equipment in Sub-Saharan Africa »
The COMET petroleum flatbed semi-trailer is designed to transport heavy and petroleum equipment on mining and oil sites in Sub-Saharan Africa. Its 3-meter-wide platform allows the carriage of various equipment, including 20- to 40-foot containers. Built for durability, it ensures optimal reliability under tough transport conditions, meeting the demands of the region’s oil and gas industries.
Technical specifications
High-Capacity Cantilever Suspension
(2×16 or 2×18), ideal for heavy transport and harsh conditions on mining and oil sites in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Reinforced Chassis
Featuring two hot-rolled profiled longitudinal beams, providing exceptional stability and robustness, suited for severe transport conditions in rural or challenging areas.
80-Liter Water Tank
Essential for cleaning or cooling operations during the transport of heavy equipment in extreme environments.
Reinforced Steel Toolbox
Designed to meet the maintenance technicians’ needs on oil and gas sites under rigorous working conditions.
Key advantages
- Reinforced flooring and accessories tailored to Saharan conditions, ensuring high resistance against extreme transport conditions and rough roads in rural areas and oil exploitation sites in Sub-Saharan Africa.
- Bolted suspension offering increased resistance to cracking and ease of repair, allowing simplified maintenance and reduced costs—crucial for operations in remote mining and oil sites in desert environments.
Customizable Options
The semi-trailer offers foldable sideboards, a removable front panel, as well as oil rollers, foldable supports with a winch, and front rings, providing secure transport adapted to tough conditions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
01. What is the purpose of the COMET petroleum flatbed semi-trailer?
The COMET petroleum flatbed semi-trailer is designed to transport heavy equipment and petroleum machinery to operational sites, particularly in challenging environments such as oil, mining, and gas fields in Sub-Saharan Africa.
02. What is the load capacity of this semi-trailer?
It is designed to carry a wide range of equipment, including containers (one 40-foot container or two 20-foot containers) and heavy machinery used on industrial sites.
03. What is the width of the platform?
The semi-trailer platform measures 3 meters wide, allowing the transport of various types of heavy equipment.
04. Is the semi-trailer suitable for tough conditions?
Yes, it is equipped with a high-capacity cantilever suspension and a reinforced chassis with hot-rolled profiled longitudinal beams, providing exceptional strength and stability for severe road conditions.
05. What equipment is included with the semi-trailer?
The semi-trailer is equipped with oil rollers, foldable supports with a winch, towing rings, container locks, removable reinforced side rails, and a diesel fuel tank to ensure autonomy and transport safety.