Esve AHW 8-8
Built: 1965-2024 · Series: AHW
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Esve AHW - Dutch low-loader and special semi-trailers: 64 versions, kerb weight 1,500 to 59,040 kg, gross weights up to 60 t
Esve is a Dutch manufacturer of low-loader and special semi-trailers for heavy haulage. The range name AHW comes from the Dutch term aanhangwagen (trailer) and here covers all versions of this line, from compact trailers to semi-trailers for the heaviest construction machinery.
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The register lists 64 versions with kerb weights from 1,500 to 59,040 kg, gross weights from 3,500 to 60,000 kg, widths from 1,860 to 2,730 mm and lengths from 1,555 to 14,950 mm.
With gross weights up to 60 tonnes, the AHW range is among the heaviest segments of European trailer building and targets hauliers and rental firms moving excavators, cranes or other construction machinery between sites; in this segment Esve competes with specialised Dutch and German low-loader makers, whose semi-trailers differ mainly in axle count, loading height and the way the platform is lowered.
When buying a used heavy low-loader, check above all the condition of the frame and loading ramps, the function of the hydraulic lowering mechanism and ramps, the state of axles, steering axles and brakes, and corrosion at load-bearing welds; on smaller AHW trailers, the coupling head, tyres and frame condition take priority. Spares for special bodies are usually only available through the manufacturer, so it is worth asking about parts supply for the specific model before buying.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: Esve AHW
Technical data
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 14,250 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 2,600 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 8,500 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 15,380 kgcorrect |
| Gross vehicle weight | 16,480 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Wheels | 8correct |
|---|---|
| Top speed | 100 km/hcorrect |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Esve AHW 8-8 weigh?
The unladen weight is 15,380 kg.
What is the gross vehicle weight of the Esve AHW 8-8?
16,480 kg.
Up to what speed is the Esve AHW 8-8 approved?
Approved up to 100 km/h.
What are the dimensions of the Esve AHW 8-8?
14,250 mm × 2,600 mm.
When was the Esve AHW 8-8 built?
Production years: 1965-2024.
What to check before buying
- Search the frame and welds at the axle mounts — that is where cracks start.
- Check the brakes and the last inspection in the papers.
- Work the gross weight against the towing vehicle before buying.
- Compare the chassis number with the papers.
- Look at the floor, cover or body from the inside — rust does not show from outside.
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