Fringian Flatbed Semitrailer
| Flatbed Semitrailer | |
|---|---|
| Tech Level | TL–6 |
| Mass | 3.7 Tons |
| Cost | Cr125,000 |
| Mode | Ground (Wheeled) |
| Type | Cargo Vehicle |
| Speed | Towed |
| Cargo | 85m³ |
| Crew | - |
| Passengers | - |
| Armament | none |
The Flatbed Semitrailer is a type of Towed Trailer.
Description / Specifications[edit]
The Flatbed Semitrailer is a large cargo trailer designed to be towed by a Tractor Unit.
Hull / Suspension[edit]
A generally box-shaped steel/plastic hull with a flat deck.
- Length: 12.2m, Width: 2.4m, Height: 1.7m.
- Overall Volume: approximately 49.8m³ (3.7 dTons).
- Unloaded Weight: 3800 kg.
The overall volume measures the vehicles maximum dimensions and includes road clearance and the coupling space for the Tractor Unit.
The vehicle is fitted with a wheeled suspension system mounted onto axles.
- The vehicle performs well on metalled surfaces but has very limited off-road capability.
Power[edit]
The trailer has no internal power source.
The trailer couples to a Tractor Unit by way of a traction pin which fits into a "fifth wheel" coupling. The linkages also include power connectors, pressure hoses and control cables.
Performance[edit]
- As per the Tractor Unit towing it.
Cargo[edit]
The vehicle has an open cargo deck on which it is possible to stack a variety of loads. Multiple tethering points set into the deck and hull allow the load to be secured.
- Cargo Storage: up to 85m³ (6 dTons) of goods.
- Maximum Load: 24,000 kg.
- Maximum Gross Weight: 27,800 kg.
Equipment[edit]
Running lights.
History / Background[edit]
A commercial trailer for moving bulk loads along road networks.
See also: Vehicles of the Distant Fringe
References & Contributors / Sources[edit]
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- Author & Contributor: Lord (Marquis) and Master Scout Emeritus Adie Alegoric Stewart of the IISS
- Author & Contributor: Lord (Marquis) and Master of Sophontology Maksim-Smelchak of the Ministry of Science