Inhaltsübersicht
Welcome to the World of Garbage Trucks!
15. Haben Sie je einen big garbage truck working on your street? These trucks keep our towns clean! They collect waste from houses, schools, stores, and parks. Have you ever wondered, how do they work? What makes them look so different from other trucks? Why do they have so many wheels? How tall are they?
Let’s take a fun and simple look at garbage truck structure, sagt das number of wheels, and their vehicle height. If you want to know even more, see a real rear loader garbage truck!
What Is a Garbage Truck Structure?
Garbage trucks are not just big boxes on wheels. They are made to be strong and safe!
Here are the big parts you can see:
- Chassis: This is the strong frame, like a skeleton.
- Vehicle Body: The big box part that holds all the trash.
- Hopper: This is where the trash goes first.
- Compactor Mechanism: This part squishes the trash so more can fit.
- Lifting Mechanism: This lifts bins and dumps the trash inside.
- Hydraulic System: Like muscles, this makes things move with power.
- Cab: This is where the driver sits.
The structure is made of tough steel. The trash goes in the hopper, gets pushed by the compactor, and stays safe inside! Some trucks load trash in the back, some in the front, and some from the side.
Types of Garbage Trucks
There are three main types:
Why So Many Wheels? – Axle and Tire Configurations
A garbage truck carries a lot of weight. It needs many wheels to stay safe and move well.
Let’s break it down:
- Axles are like big sticks that hold wheels.
- One axle usually has two or four wheels.
- More axles help carry more weight.
- Steering axle: The front wheels that turn.
- Drive axle: The wheels that make the truck move.
- Lift axle: Extra wheels that help carry heavy loads.
Common setups:
- A small garbage truck may have 2 axles—4×2 (that means 4 tires and 2 axles).
- A big garbage truck often has 3 axles—6×4 (means 10 wheels and 3 axles).
- The biggest trucks can have 4+ axles—8×4 (means 12-14 wheels and 4 axles).
Why do we need so many wheels?
- Distributes the heavy weight.
- Makes the ride more stable.
- Keeps the truck following the rules for roads and bridges.
Still curious? Check out more special truck types and their strong wheels at the Spezialfahrzeuge Fabrik!
How Tall Is a Garbage Truck? Let’s Look at the Heights!
Garbage trucks are very tall. They must fit under bridges and into alleys. Some are even taller if they lift trash high up!
Here is a simple table to show the sizes:
| Lasterart | Number of Axles | Number of Wheels | Height (feet) | Width (feet) | Length (feet) | Capacity (Cubic Yards) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rear Loader | 2-4 | 6-14 | 11 – 12.5 | 8 – 8.5 | 30 – 35 | 15 – 32 |
| Front Loader | 3-4 | 10-14 | 12 – 13.5 | 8 – 8.5 | 32 – 35+ | 20 – 40+ |
| Side Loader (Auto) | 3-4 | 10-14 | 11 – 12.5 | 8 – 8.5 | 32 – 35 | 20 – 35 |
Hinweis: When a front loader’s arms are raised, the height can be more than 20 feet!
See more details at rear loader garbage truck specifications.
Why Does Height Matter?
- Garbage trucks have to fit under bridges, tunnelsund wires.
- Too tall? The truck might not make it down some streets!
- Most places say trucks can’t be taller than 13 feet 6 inches.
The Needs You May Have
Do you need a garbage truck for your neighborhood, city, or business?
- Do you need a small one for tight city streets?
- Or a big one to carry a lot of waste?
Here is what people need:
- Right size for streets, bridges, and trees.
- Enough wheels to carry all the trash.
- Safe and strong structure for hard work.
- Easy to use lifting arms for bins and containers.
Want a garbage truck that fits your needs?
You want strong steel, the right number of wheels, and a safe height—exactly what CLW GROUP can build for you!
Meet the Need: Why Choose CLW GROUP?
I am from CLW-GRUPPE. We have built many kinds of refuse collection vehicles known everywhere.
We can customize your garbage truck for any job! Here’s what you get with us:
- Individuelle Produktion: Get your truck in the size, height, and style you need.
- Expert advice: Not sure what axle or type you need?
Ask our skilled team – we know axle configurations, bin lifters, and all about compactor mechanisms.
- On-time vehicle delivery.
- Friendly after-sales service: We help with any problem.
Check out our water tank truck models and see how we can make any special truck you need!
See What Makes Our Garbage Trucks Special
Key features:
- Strong Aufbau for heavy work.
- Multi-axle, tandemund tri-axle builds.
- High compaction so more trash fits in.
- Long-lasting construction.
- Safe for all roadways – under bridges and through tunnels.
- Made to follow all DOT and state regulations.
You care about your route planning, vehicle widthund payload capacity.
We care too! With us, you get the right Gesamtgewichtsgrenze des Fahrzeugs (GVWR) and solid steel everywhere it counts.
Why Dimensions Matter
When you choose a truck from us, you get:
- Top payload.
- Good turning radius.
- Best ground clearance, so you hit fewer bumps.
- Safe weight distribution—the bridge formula helps decide how many axles you need.
- Perfect fit for residential, commercial, or industrial jobs!
Want something even more specialized?
Look into cement mixer trucks for construction or see our material handling cranes for heavy lifting.
Table: Garbage Truck Quick Facts
| Feature | What It Means | Common Example |
|---|---|---|
| Axle | Holds wheels | Tandem, tri-axle |
| Chassis | Truck frame | Heavy duty steel |
| Vehicle Height | How tall | 11-13.5 feet |
| Number of Wheels | Wheels on the road | 6-14 for most trucks |
| Compactor | Squishes trash | 3:1 to 6:1 reduction |
Conclusion
Garbage trucks are strong, bigund built for hard work. Their special structure, many wheelsund tall bodies help them keep towns and cities clean.
CLW-GRUPPE can make a truck just for you, with the perfect size, sagt das strongest steel, sagt das right number of wheels, and a cab you’ll love. Want to see more or get a quote? Visit our Spezialfahrzeuge Fabrik today!
Referenzen:
- CLW GROUP Vehicle Data Sheets
- DOT and FHWA Vehicle Height Guidelines
- Manufacturer Specs from Mack, Peterbilt, Freightliner, Heil, McNeilus
