Draco DA 1800
Built: 1989-1991 · Series: DA
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Draco DA: Dutch trailer range from DA 500 to DA 2800, unladen weights 3,240 to 7,640 kg, gross weights 5,000 to 28,000 kg
Draco is a Dutch manufacturer of low-loader trailers. Under the type designation DA the register lists a range of trailers whose models run from DA 500 to DA 2800 and cover a broad span of weight classes. With gross weights from 5,000 to 28,000 kg, the range spans from EU vehicle class O3 (up to 10 tonnes) into class O4 (over 10 tonnes).
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The register lists here 7 versions with unladen weights from 3,240 to 7,640 kg, gross weights from 5,000 to 28,000 kg, lengths from 9,780 to 10,530 mm and widths from 2,000 to 2,550 mm.
With gross weights from 5,000 to 28,000 kg the DA range spans from lighter trailers for commercial transport to low-loaders for construction machinery, making it a versatile addition to the Draco line-up. The lighter versions can still be towed by common tractor units without a special permit, while the heaviest models, like other low-loaders, may require special permits.
Buying used, given this range, the condition of the frame and axles, the function of the brake system and hitch coupling, rust on the chassis and side panels, and on the heavier versions the tightness of the ramp hydraulics all count; parts for axles and brakes are available through the general commercial-vehicle parts trade. In addition, checking the frame's weld seams for cracks and the condition of the locks and safety chains on the load surfaces counts.
Sources: Kennwerte der Modelle Draco DA
Technical data
Dimensions and weights
| Width | 2,550 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 4,880 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 6,880 kgcorrect |
| Gross vehicle weight | 18,000 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Top speed | 100 km/hcorrect |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does the Draco DA 1800 weigh?
The unladen weight is 6,880 kg.
What is the gross vehicle weight of the Draco DA 1800?
18,000 kg.
Up to what speed is the Draco DA 1800 approved?
Approved up to 100 km/h.
When was the Draco DA 1800 built?
Production years: 1989-1991.
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 7 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.
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