Added payload and smart weight recording with the S.KI tipper trailer from Schmitz Cargobull

November 2023 – With an enhanced frame and body generation, the new Schmitz Cargobull S.KI tipper trailer not only features improved payload capacity up to 280* kg (50 kg running gear, 180 kg body, 50 kg frame); it also impresses with improved handling and robust, reliable product quality. The vehicle on show at the trade fair is equipped with a hydraulically operated tailgate, asphalt pusher, and sliding tarpaulin. The pneumatic underride guard rounds off a tipper trailer equipment package that significantly increases convenience and safety.

The improved rounded steel body with a loading volume of 24 m³ has been designed for use on building sites and is now 180 kg lighter. With a wide, flat floor, the vehicle has a low centre of gravity to ensure optimum handling and an even spread of wear. The upper lips have been redesigned with an enhanced cross-section to increase vertical and horizontal rigidity, which makes the rounded steel body even more stable. Lateral deformation of the upper lips as a result of load pressure has been significantly reduced. As a result, sliding-tarpaulin-style body covers slide a lot better and are now even safer.

Depending on the construction length and frame design, the fully updated modular frame system is anything from 53 to 110 kg lighter. The new modular frame system for all trailer lengths is available in a Standard, Light or Heavy-Duty design depending on the level of use. Further weight savings of 50 kg have been achieved with the new running gear. However, one thing that has not changed: Schmitz Cargobull grants customers a ten-year warranty against rust-through for the galvanised S.KI frame generation. Painted frames also offer better protection against corrosion. Customers benefit from a high resale value thanks to lower loss of value.

The standard tail light position has been modified for transporting bulk goods and asphalt. It is now available as a version that is 140 mm higher and 80 mm set back, which creates a greater distance to the bulk cargo (e.g. asphalt) during unloading. As a result, the risk of damage to the underride guard bracket is reduced, while taking legal regulations into account.

* Reference vehicle (S.KI Solid 7.2 with dropside height of 1,460 mm and floor/side wall combination of 5/4 mm with external tailgate)