Esve AHWL 8L-8L
Built: 2018 · Series: AHWL
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Esve AHWL – Dutch special-trailer builder since 1920: 9 versions, unladen weight from 4,400 to 15,020 kg, gross weight from 13,200 to 36,000 kg
Esve traces back to Schrör & Vriend, founded in 1920 in Winterswijk, and ranks among the first Dutch builders of trailers and semi-trailers; in the early 1960s the works moved to Lichtenvoorde, in 1992 it was taken over by the Eeftink Rensing group, and in recent years the company has traded as Esve Special Trailers. The model names of the AHWL range consist of the code AHWL and two numbers separated by a hyphen with the suffix L, such as AHWL 10L-10L or AHWL 8L-16L, in some cases with a further number as in AHWL 10L-10L-16.
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The register lists here 9 versions with unladen weights from 4,400 to 15,020 kg at a gross weight of 13,200 to 36,000 kg. Lengths range from 9,100 to 10,200 mm, and widths from 2,550 to 2,600 mm.
With gross weights of 13 to 36 tonnes, the AHWL range sits in the mid segment of the Esve programme, which according to the company covers special transport up to 90 tonnes capacity; the AHWL models serve as versatile trailers for regional and medium-distance road freight.
When buying a used trailer of this range, check the frame and drawbar for corrosion and deformation, the condition of the axles and braking system, the operation of the lighting, and the tightness of the tarpaulin or body. Esve offers spare parts and service for its own ranges directly, since this is mostly in-house-developed technology.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: Esve AHWL, Esve Special Trailers (manufacturer)
Technical data
Dimensions and weights
| Width | 2,550 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 513 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 4,940 kgcorrect |
| Gross vehicle weight | 16,000 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Top speed | 80 km/hcorrect |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does the Esve AHWL 8L-8L weigh?
The unladen weight is 4,940 kg.
What is the gross vehicle weight of the Esve AHWL 8L-8L?
16,000 kg.
Up to what speed is the Esve AHWL 8L-8L approved?
Approved up to 80 km/h.
When was the Esve AHWL 8L-8L built?
Production years: 2018.
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.
A general list for this type of machine — no substitute for an inspection or an appraiser.
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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.
The technical data on this page comes from official vehicle registration records (RDW/Traficom), not from the manufacturer.
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Other models in this series
AHWL 10L-10L
AHWL 10L-10L-16
AHWL 10L-18/2L
AHWL 10L-18L
AHWL 20L-20L
AHWL 6L-6L
AHWL 8-24/3
AHWL 8L-16L
Sources: RDW — Dutch national vehicle register (retrieved August 2026) · How we check the data
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