Trail King’s new Modular Hydraulic Transport System

Trail King’s new Modular Hydraulic Transport System (MHTS) has a 375,000-pound load capacity. The company reports that the system offers many features not found on models offered by other manufacturers. For example, the air system – which includes drain fittings on each tank and an air dryer – has air tanks that are easily accessible for maintenance, or removal and replacement.
Also, the steering arms of the MHTS are positioned over “dished” cross members so that they are more easily accessible for repositioning or replacement. Plus, to prevent build-up of dirt and grime that can interfere with steering arm performance or make repositioning more difficult, the steering arm mounting bosses are raised, not recessed.

The hydraulic system, which uses steel hydraulic lines throughout, is driven by a self-contained, 20-hp, water-cooled diesel unit for quieter, more dependable performance. Being externally mounted, the hydraulic reservoir can be larger – large enough to allow up to 20 lines. All functions are controlled by wireless remote with wired pendant backup.

The self-locating tow bar has special notches in the tow bar plate that line up with the tops of the stirrups for perfect alignment every time, making attachment of the tow bar to the unit much more convenient. An air-activated locking system quickly, conveniently and securely locks the tow bar in the transport position. The tow bar, torsion support system delivers infinitely incremental control so the tow bar can be positioned exactly where desired and stay there until it is repositioned. Since it is low-mounted, it does not interfere with overhanging loads.

Other features and standard equipment include: a 55-degree maximum steering angle; a hydraulic stirrup pin for easy connect/disconnect to other lines; clearance lights; and brackets for strobe lights, flags and wide load signs.