SPMT Specifications
Self-Propelled Modular Trailer (SPMT) are multi-axle trailers designed for the
transportation of large and heavy cargoes. The SPMT are designed in modular
construction and can be coupled side to side and end to end, or remote units can be
operated as a single trailer via radio controls. The SPMT consist of a very strong and
rigid chassis, which also acts as a load-carrying platform to which wheel bogies are
attached in pairs to form the required length of transport. Each wheel bogie consists of
two rubber tyres wheels and is rigidly fixed to the chassis by a hinged elbow joint,
which is supported on hydraulic rams. This hydraulic ram acts as the suspension for
the SPMT and also provides the lifting capability. Attached to the end of the SPMT is a
Diesel driven power pack, which provides hydraulic power to the various functions of
the SPMT.
Drive
The SPMT is propelled by hydraulic drive motors, which are mounted on the axles of
the SPMT. Hydraulic power is supplied from a pump on the power pack to each of the
drive motors and speed is controlled via a remote hand operated portable console.
Forward and reverse travel is achieved by reversing the flow of hydraulic oil to the
drive motors. Speed of the driven axle is controlled by flow regulators, which prevent
over-speed of the wheels occurring. Normal operating speed of the SPMT is 3-4
km/hr, but may vary depending on the load and configuration.
Steering
The steering of the SPMT offers major advantages over other forms of conventional
hydraulic trailers. The steering is controlled by electro-hydraulic motors rather than by
a series of mechanical steering rods. Each of the axles of the trailer moves
independently and are monitored and controlled by the computerised control system
of the transporters. This offers total flexibility of steering options with each wheel bogie
able to swing through 260° (±130°). The position of each wheel is controlled
electronically through the remote operations console and nine steering programs are
available. The electronic steering control can be utilised for a group of two or more
SPMT to ensure that all wheel bogies of all the transporters act together and turn
about a single point.
Lifting and Lowering of the Transporter Bed
A hydraulic cylinder supports each of the wheel bogies. The cylinders on each bogie
can be linked hydraulically to the other wheel bogie cylinders to form groups (Diagram
1).
Diagram 1.
This allows free flow of hydraulic fluid between each hydraulic ram allowing the SPMT
to negotiate uneven ground, cambers and gradients whilst maintaining equal loading
in each hydraulic ram within that group (Diagram 2).
Diagram 2.
To link all hydraulic rams on a single trailer would result in an unstable transporter bed
with no control. The SPMT is normally split hydraulically into three separate hydraulic
groups (A three-point suspension) that can be controlled individually from the main
power unit (Diagram 3).
Diagram 3.
As the SPMT negotiates uneven ground, cambers or gradients the hydraulic fluid will
free flow within each suspension to maintain equal loading within each suspension
group (Diagram 4).
Diagram 4.
Addition hydraulic fluid can be can be pumped from the Power Unit (PPU) into or out
of each cylinder group to adjust the level of the SPMT. (Diagram 5).
Diagram 5.
Systematic and controlled pumping of hydraulic fluid into or out of each suspension
can raise or lower the trailer bed +300 mm from the normal running height of 1500 mm
Control of the elevation of the trailer is through the hand operated remote console.
Safety valves protect the hydraulic circuit so that the transport platform does not
collapse in the unlikely event of hydraulic failure.
Braking system
The SPMT are equipped with an electro-hydraulic braking system with hydraulically
activated spring loaded brake cylinders installed in the wheel hubs. The brakes are
controlled through the hand operated remote console. Hydraulic pressure supplied to
the brake cylinders pre-loads the brakes and any reduction in this hydraulic pressure
will activate the brakes via a mechanical spring; the braking force that results is in
proportion to the reduction in hydraulic pressure. In the event of failure of the diesel
power pack, hydraulic pump, electronic control system, or other controlling equipment
causing a loss in hydraulic pressure, the brakes will be applied automatically through
the spring mechanism.
The load carrying capacity of a transport platform (or group of platforms) is directly
proportional to the number of axle line. The capacity of each axle line is 36 t gross
and 32 t net at 0,5 km/hr.
A transport convoy, composed of trailer units and power packs can be controlled by a
single operator by means of the hand operated remote console. All units are both CE
and TUV certified and are provided with identification plates that allow them to be
driven on public roads.
Scheuerle Module Units
Fagioli Self Propelled Modular Transporters are available in Modules of 6 or 4 axle
units each with universal and bolt couplings both front and rear.
Technical data each unit 6 Axle 4 Axle
Unit weight: approx 24,000 kg 16,500 kg
Payload cap: approx. at speed of 1km/h 180,000 119,500
kg kg
Gross weight: 204,000 136,000
kg kg
Max axle load (gross weight): 34,000 kg 34,000 kg
Overall length: 8,400 mm 5,600 mm
Overall width: 2,430mm
Axle spacing: 1,400 mm
Steering head distance, transversal: 1,450 mm
Platform height in driving condition: 1,500 ± 300 mm
Speed up to max. approx: 10 km/h
No of tyres 24 16
Tyres size 355/65 - 15 PR 24
No of Drive Axles 4 2
No of Brake Axles 6 4
Each Modular unit is equipped with:
• 4 or 2 Pendulum drive axles (See table above) with hydrostatic self-propulsion by
means of integrated axial variable replacement motors. Tractive force of each
pendulum axle nominal 55kN,
• 6 or 4 brake pendulum axles with hydraulically operated brake for service brake
and parking brake. (See table above)
• Two idler running axles without brake system arranged diagonally.
• Module unit equipped with electronically digital controlled variable distance,
multidirectional steering with directly selectable basic steering programmes.
Steering range ± 130°.
• Steering gears are assigned to each wheel set which is composed of helical
screw type steering gear, compact units are moisture and dust protected.
• Steering activation is achieved by hydraulic motors flanged to steer gear.
• Digitally designed electronic components for steering electronics.
• Analogously operating electronic system for safety and emergency functions.
• Shielded external global data bus system consisting of one cable integrating all
functions (17 pole).
• Hydraulic axle load compensation with hydraulic axle support and lift/lowering
system for 3 and 4 point support, manually selectable. Arrangement by means of
single connection and disconnection of the axle lines. Additional stopcock for
pressure relief on each pendulum axle.
• Over speed protection valves electronically controlled 9ASR/ABV system)
integrated in the system to protect the hydraulic drive motors.
• Pipe fracture safety valves to protect the system from hosepipe failure.
• Loading platform with steel plate covering. Heavy low-positioned lamellar
coupling on both longitudinal sides. Lateral sides provided with side coupling
devices for side-by-side configuration. Clearly structured lateral frame
construction.
• Central high-webbed main beam of the platform, of steel quality STE 690, with
bolt coupling in front. Lamellar construction with hydraulically operated coupling
bolt. Main frame as integrated hollow construction (V-type) designed for
maximum side and torsion stability in straight, even construction, webbed section
height 980mm.
• Four high tensile tension bolts within the upper coupling level. Bolts are installed
tension-free by means of spherically designed counter bearings.
• Largely dimensioned counter bearing for maximum side stability resulting in a
lower bearing pressure.
• Hydraulic connection lines for the relevant combinations.
• Module units completely equipped and tested ace. SCHEUERLE standard.
• Module units equipped and suitable for environmental conditions such as high
humidity in coastal areas. Operations within a temperature range of -20° up to
+40°C.
Power Pack Units
• Power pack units (PPU) can be attached to either (or both) universal and bolt end
couplings to supply power for hydrostatic self-propulsion, hydraulic axle support
lift and lower system, VD-steering, hydraulic brake system and for supply of the
electric/electronic systems.
• Distribution gear and hydraulic axial piston pump with variable displacement for
the various working systems. Hydrostatic propulsion, lift/lower system, steering
and brake system and distribution gear flanged directly to the diesel engine with
hydraulic axial piston pump.
• Hydraulic oil tank (approx. 7001 tr) designed for the operation with extended
combinations. Tank designed in stainless steel.
• Diesel fuel tank with a volume of approximately 4001.
• PPU's hydraulically adjustable on the coupling side, which is advantageous for
barge operations.
• Four adjustable landing gear, lifting eyelets for crane loading as well as lashes for
forklift operation.
• PPU completely covered. System connection lines for direct longitudinal coupling
as well as side connection for the PPU in a compound operation.
• Operating and control instruments arranged and protected in the terminal box.
• PPU completely equipped and ex-works tested.
• Electronic throttle control of the single PPU as well as control of the PPU in a
compound. In addition, manually actuated accelerator for emergency operation.
Dimensions of each PPU:
• Length: approx. 4,200 mm
• Width: approx. 2,310 mm
• Height: approx. 1,080 mm
• Weight: approx. 6,500 t
