The Scania 4 Series tipper truck range was designed by a team that knew all about the demands which would be placed on this type of vehicle. And the number of used examples still available is evidence of how well these trucks have fared over the years, even in a line of work that can be relatively punishing.
Tipper bodies should be resilient and reliable, making construction jobs easier, whether they are deployed on-site or used for long-haul material transport. And a Scania 4 Series should prove a good partner in either case as long as you select a second-hand model with a degree of care. Plenty of cab configurations, engine variations and tipper body capabilities are available, with 18 to 32 tonne trucks available on the used market.
Scania 18- Tonne 4 Series Tippers
At the lighter end of the tipper spectrum, the Scania 4 Series features 18 tonners with two axles and typical tipping bodies built with steel. Some bodies are entirely rigid, with just a drop-down gate at the rear for unloading. Others will take the dropside approach, which can be a help when loading materials at an awkward angle using an excavator. Since these trucks are no longer built new, the underlying technology will not be cutting-edge, but you can still find turbocharged Euro 3 engines on older Scania models that are more than capable of fulfilling the requirements of new owners.
Check to see the kind of equipment which is used across key components of a tipper truck, including the presence of drum or disc brakes, manual or automatic gearboxes and internal features such as electric windows and cruise control. Also work out what accessories are included with the body, as some Series 4 tippers may be sold with a rollover cover or some other form of protection for the load space which might be useful if included in the sale price.
Scania's tipper trucks are built with the knowledge that they will have to face off-road conditions on construction sites. And as a result, some 4 Series units will feature locking differentials, rugged tyres and improved insulation on the chassis to help them shrug off impacts on uneven tracks. Such features might also have encouraged complacency amongst previous drivers, so you should still check out the integrity of all important components before buying a used truck of this type.
8x4 Scania 4 Series Tippers
At the upper end of the range, you can find 32-tonne 4 Series tipper trucks with 8x4 axles and drivetrains along with a large load space and sleeper cabs that make them hardy motorway workhorses as well as on-site sluggers. More axles and wheels make them capable of handling larger and heavier payloads, while front-mounted tipping rams are common across most models. Specialised units with bodies that are reinforced to deal with materials such as tar can be purchased by those who require them, while added extras such as spotlights mounted at the rear for night work may feature on certain units. This is why a thorough search will provide you with access to the most appropriate Scania 4 Series tipper trucks.
Used Example of a Scania 4 Series 8x4 Tipper
