Used tipper truck for sale in Uganda is basically designed to carry loose materials for construction including raw material, sand and waste. It is also known as dump truck or dumper which is provided with open-box bed, hinged at the back. This truck is equipped with hydraulic rams too for lifting front so that material can be deposited on the bed. It is mostly used to supply material at construction sites. Tipper trucks features an extensive range from 3.5 ton to 32 ton. The popular manufacturers of this truck are Volvo, Scania, Man, Renault, DAF, ERF, Iveco and Mercedes Benz. It is available in different models from 4x2 units for lighter duty to 8x4 units for heavy duty which gives you best choices to select as per the requirements.
Standard Dumping Truck
Used tipper truck for sale in Uganda is chassis of truck with open dump body mounted to its frame. It is equipped with vertical hydraulic rams provided under front and horizontal hydraulic ram is fixed between frame rails. However, tailgate can be configured either at top hinged or lower hinges. It can also be configured in the High Lift Tailgate which uses pneumatic system to lift the gate. The range of tippers allow for simple configuration with the manufacturers’ common axle-drive train idea. There are different variants of these trucks; 3-axle to rear-wheel drive and heavy construction vehicles with 4 driven axles. There is also option of rounded steel body or steel box bodies with extendable body volumes ranging from 13.8m³ to 19.1 m³. These vehicles are normally driven at construction sites as it gives confidence to driver by chassis and driving seat position. Bumpers are also placed in these trucks on high position and sometimes not provided with bumpers to achieve desirable ground clearance. In many countries there is limit for bumpers which should be placed 16 inch above the ground to protect driver from any serious damage.
Specifications
Used tipper truck for sale in Uganda is available in all-wheel drive, consisting of off road capabilities which promise maximum performance in challenging environment. It is offered with powerful steering characteristics through hydraulic cylinders which help in gaining improved stability and handling of vehicle. Through steering, the wheel follows same path as front wheels and offers low center of gravity that proves to give adorable traction on rough terrain. It features equipment of standard safety levels such as Tailgate protection, preventing any type of damage. It also includes Reflectors which enhances visibility characteristics so that other driver can spot it at night time. This truck is also incorporated with blind spot protection and seat belts fitted with speed governors. Addition of two brakes in these trucks also support as an alternative in case of malfunction of first one. Moreover, tipper trucks are now much advanced in features and characteristics so that driver could not risk any danger.
Tipper Trucks in Uganda
To import used tipper truck in Uganda is quite easy. The shipment from Japan is landed at seaport of Mombasa or Dar es Salam through Ro-Ro or container method. There is no restriction on age of vehicle so it would be quite affordable to purchase the truck of previous models at affordable price. Right and left handed drive both vehicles are allowed in country. However, the custom duty is subjected according to the method of General Agreement on Trade and Tariffs (G.A.T.T). Used vehicles are liable of 15% of import duty and 17% of Value Added Tax. In addition, it attracts excise duty of 10% on all commercial vehicles. 2% import commission and 4% of Withholding Tax is also applied every imported vehicle. Thus, you can get your desirable vehicle on time as per your affordability.