Longer Semi Trailer - Only Longer Trailer in UK undertaking LEGAL road trials under VSO

The 15.65m Longer Semi Trailer has continued trials on Northern Ireland Roads.

The Longer Trailer Development, supported by Invest NI is currently undergoing trials under a DOE Vehicle "Special Order" within Northern Ireland.

THIS IS THE FIRST AND ONLY LONGER TRAILER WHICH HAS BEEN GRANTED A SPECIAL ORDER WITHIN THE UK FOR ANY SUCH TRIAL!

The Longer Trailer is 15.65m in length and fitted with a "Sidewinder Positive Rear Steer System". This technology means the geometry of the trailer is similar in comparison to a standard length trailer. To date, the trailer has demonstrated the ability to meet the legal turning circle criteria whilst ensuring proper load distribution within a standard overhang. It is suitable for use in a variety of applications such as flat trailers, curtainsiders, refrigerated trailers etc. In effect, this longer trailer design is longer, but importantly, does not compromise on proper vehicle design principles, practicality and safety.

With advantages such as a 15% payload increase, fewer vehicles on the road and a reduction on CO2 emissions, the Longer Trailer is currently an interesting prospect for the future on UK roads.

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[oedixey]

I can see many drivers taking out posts and cars when they turn and the trailer swings the other way!

And as soon as you turn you cant see the swing from the trailer whilst sitting in the drivers seat!

[MuldoonTS]

Thanks for your comments, we too were a little concerned regards tail swing so worked on a solution. This video was taken PREVIOUS to the development of our newly developed kick out reduction system which actually brings the tail swing to levels of a STANDARD 13.6m trailer. This now makes the Sidewinder Steering System the ONLY available steer which can enable with one steer axle to meet the EU turning circle requirements which requires a kick out less than 800mm, ours is now 250mm.

[looklookerlooking]

Look at the tail swing on that thing

[MuldoonTS]

The development of this trailer has been ongoing and since this footage was taken we actually have modified the design with fitment of a NEW patented kick out reduction system which actually brings the tail swing to a level which is comparable to a standard 13.6m. Video footage will be released in the next few weeks so why dont you sign up to our channel to be alerted when new videos are added so you can see this yourself!

[AMQR]

don't think yer man in the Actros is gonna make it, some people!! probably turning off down the down the road awyway.

[nokithecat]

Many countries use 53ft trailers for 25 years already.

[nibizsw3]

We have lnger trailers here in sweden