DAF ATW 16-26
Built: 1972-1977 · Series: ATW
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DAF ATW – historic trailer range from Eindhoven: 4.6 to 6.5 t unladen weight at 24 to 28 t gross weight, versions ATW 16-24 to 18-28
This page gathers DAF's ATW range. The Eindhoven truck maker built its own trailers alongside tractor units before the company focused entirely on tractor units. The ATW range spans the ATW 16-24 in several variants (S, /2, /2NL), the 16-25N and 16-26, up to the 18-28/1NL.
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The register lists here 8 versions with unladen weights from 4,600 to 6,458 kg at a gross weight of 24,000 to 28,000 kg, lengths from 9,530 to 11,000 mm and widths from 2,460 to 2,520 mm. With a gross weight consistently above 10 t, the whole range falls into vehicle class O4.
Trailers of this class ran as centre-axle or drawbar trailers behind DAF tractor units in swap-body operation, carrying general cargo, bulk goods or building materials; the NL marking on some variants points to versions built for the Dutch market. As a collective page spanning several model years, the ATW range reflects a slice of company history, in which DAF turned from a maker of both trailers and trucks into a builder of tractor units alone.
Buying used at this historic range, the points that matter are the condition of the chassis and drawbar, the function of the braking system, corrosion on the axles and deck, and the condition of the lighting. Depending on the component, spare parts are now only available to a limited extent through the independent commercial vehicle parts trade; if a return to road use is planned, it is also worth closely checking current registration eligibility.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: DAF ATW, DAF (manufacturer)
Technical data
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 10,150 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 2,500 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 5,000 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 6,458 kgcorrect |
| Gross vehicle weight | 26,000 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Top speed | 100 km/hcorrect |
|---|
Frequently asked questions
How much does the DAF ATW 16-26 weigh?
The unladen weight is 6,458 kg.
What is the gross vehicle weight of the DAF ATW 16-26?
26,000 kg.
Up to what speed is the DAF ATW 16-26 approved?
Approved up to 100 km/h.
What are the dimensions of the DAF ATW 16-26?
10,150 mm × 2,500 mm.
When was the DAF ATW 16-26 built?
Production years: 1972-1977.
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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This page carries 8 individual figures for this model. They come from 1 recorded source; every figure can be traced there. What we cannot document is not here — we leave gaps open rather than estimate them.
The technical data on this page comes from official vehicle registration records (RDW/Traficom), not from the manufacturer.
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