Draco DTEA 500-800
Built: 1974-1976 · Series: DTEA
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Draco DTEA – tandem and multi-axle trailers from 9 to 22 t gross weight: type series 400 to 1200, built in several axle configurations, 6.9 to 13.3 m long
Draco's DTEA series comprises multi-axle trailers in several build sizes, from the DTEA 400-500 to the DTEA 1200-1000; the A designation on DTEA 900-1000A marks a build variant of the same base type. The series thus covers a wide field within Draco's trailer range for heavy transport.
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The register lists 8 versions here with unladen weights from 2,720 to 7,560 kg and gross weights from 9,000 to 22,000 kg. Lengths range from 6,850 to 13,270 mm, widths from 2,200 to 2,550 mm.
With gross weights from 9 to 22 tonnes, the DTEA series sits in the mid to upper segment of lorry trailers and is used for building-material, machinery and general-cargo transport behind medium to heavy tractor units, where the wide length range covers different cargo formats.
When buying used, check the frame and main beams for cracks and corrosion, the axle assemblies and their suspension, the brake system with its connections, and the drawbar and support leg. On the longer versions, also assess frame torsional stiffness; axles and brake components are supplied by the independent commercial-vehicle parts trade. Rubber suspension elements and axle bump stops also belong on the checklist for older examples, along with the condition of the mudguards and their mounts. Checking the mudguards and their mounts, along with the working lights for oversized loads, rounds out the inspection.
Sources: Kennwerte der Modelle Draco DTEA
Technical data
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 8,600 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 2,500 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 6,040 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 4,900 kgcorrect |
| Gross vehicle weight | 13,000 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Wheels | 2correct |
|---|---|
| Top speed | 100 km/hcorrect |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Draco DTEA 500-800 weigh?
The unladen weight is 4,900 kg.
What is the gross vehicle weight of the Draco DTEA 500-800?
13,000 kg.
Up to what speed is the Draco DTEA 500-800 approved?
Approved up to 100 km/h.
What are the dimensions of the Draco DTEA 500-800?
8,600 mm × 2,500 mm.
When was the Draco DTEA 500-800 built?
Production years: 1974-1976.
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 9 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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Other models in this series
D.T.E.A. 700-800
D.T.E.A. 900-1000
DTEA 1000-1000
DTEA 1200 - 1000
DTEA 400-500
DTEA 700-800
DTEA 900-1000A
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Trailer in 3D section
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