EcoDuo
Your benefits
Compared to the current standard (one trailer on a tractor unit):
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Alleviates the shortage of drivers as twice the volume can be transported by a single tractor.Read more
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Continue to use your existing fleet with minimal investment needed in your existing equipment - even in combined transport.
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The total length of 31.5 metres lies between the long-truck (25.25 m) and the platoon (48 m).
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Approx. 25% lower CO2 emissions and approx. 14% lower single axle loads than a semi-trailer. Both semi-trailers can also be pulled by a single tractor.Read more
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The existing loading infrastructure at carriers, warehouses and factories can continue to be used without the need for modifications.
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Higher total capacity, while relieving pressure on roads and bridges.
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Suitable for combination with alternative drives.
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Concept
A ground-breaking long-distance concept
Background
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CO2 reduction, infrastructure and rising transport volumes present major challenges for the legislature, transport industry and commercial vehicle manufacturers.
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Climate change and CO2 emissions in particular require a rethink in the entire industry, increasing demand for innovative solutions.
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New concepts are needed to prevent further pressure on infrastructure, despite higher transport volumes on roads, railways and waterways.
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At the same time, the existing equipment can only be used to a limited extent due to the declining number of well-trained and qualified drivers.
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Concepts like EcoDuo and the interplay of all modes of transport are urgently needed to reconcile requirements to reduce CO2 emissions and impact on infrastructure with higher transport volumes.
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From daily life
Awards
Green Truck Future Innovation 2019
What our customers say
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Flyer: The EcoDuo long-truck concept