Gas tractor is the main mainline transportation vehicle specially designed for large West African building materials and logistics enterprises such as Dangote Group in Nigeria. With low operating costs, gas power suitable for local working conditions, and a complete set of export supporting services, it has recently completed large-scale production and delivery, and has been heavily invested in local cement and bulk cargo long-distance transportation business.
The whole vehicle adopts a mature 6 × 4 dual rear axle drive layout and is equipped with a 430 horsepower National VI LNG natural gas engine, which has outstanding advantages compared to traditional diesel tractors. The purchase price of LNG fuel is much lower than that of diesel, and there is no need to add urea throughout the process, saving long-term consumables expenses and significantly reducing the long-distance operation costs of the fleet; The engine structure is simple, without precision diesel fuel injection accessories, suitable for local maintenance conditions, and can be completed by ordinary maintenance technicians for routine maintenance, resulting in lower maintenance costs in the later stage. Large capacity double-layer vacuum insulated LNG gas cylinders are arranged on both sides of the vehicle, with stable insulation performance and sufficient range. They are suitable for long-distance transportation routes with sparse stations in West Africa. A complete set of explosion-proof pipelines, leak alarms, and collision automatic gas cut-off devices are equipped, and the safety factor of gas transportation is fully maximized.
The chassis is made of high-strength manganese steel through the main beam, combined with weighted steel plate springs and wheel side deceleration rear axle. The rear axle differential lock can be selected to enhance stability against African sand and gravel, potholes and national highways; The whole car is equipped with air pressure braking and ABS anti lock braking system, making it safer to drive on long downhill roads in mountainous areas. The high top suspended cab is spacious, equipped with airbag shock absorber seats, air conditioning, and electrically heated rearview mirrors, providing higher comfort for long-term driving. The right-hand drive version can be customized according to local left-hand drive regulations.
One stop shop for export support, vehicle agency for Nigeria SONCAP mandatory customs clearance certificate, comprehensive anti rust packaging for the whole vehicle before leaving the factory, and resistance to salt spray corrosion by ocean shipping; Each vehicle is equipped with vulnerable spare parts such as gas filters, sealing fittings, brake pads, etc. Professional engineers provide 7 × 24-hour online remote after-sales guidance, video teaching for gas cylinder maintenance and engine troubleshooting.
The HOWO LNG tractor, designed for the African building materials and freight markets, balances economy, durability, and excellent after-sales service. It has continuously received bulk repurchase orders from major enterprises in West Africa and has become the preferred model for energy-saving transportation in local trunk logistics.
