Semi-Trailer, Dumps, Flat decks etc no longer fixed to truck chassis:
- Q. Can I use a standard Spec tractor with compound hitch system
- A. Yes, provided the GAWR is sufficient a wet line kit may be needed
- Q. At the farm gate can I benefit from using the d-TRAiN hitch system
- A. Yes, d-TRAiN hitch can be used with different bodies just like a 3 pt hitch
- Q. What about Dump bodies, Flat decks and tanks, can I use all with my tractor
- A. Yes, the body is frame-less with kingpin coupler with one axle and landing gear
- Q. What tractor spec is best suited for a d-TRAiN set up
- A. Most day-cabs, certain sleeper tractors all with a straight frame
- Q. Will I be able to pull a second trailer with a d-TRAiN dump truck
- A. Yes, the rear Xmbr package will provide a foundation for the pintle hitch
- Q. How will the box pivot over the rear hinge to dump the load
- A. There is no hinge the dump body frame pivots over the rear axle
- Q. Can I use a d-TRAiN equipped tractor to pull a semi-trailer
- A. Yes, the tractor modifications are minor and will pull any semi-trailer
- Q. Will I need a class “A” license with “Z” endorsement to operate a d-TRAiN tractor
- A. No, d-TRAiNS require only “D” license (straight truck) you will need “Z” endorsement if equipped with air brakes
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