Pacton PA 1008
Built: 1961 · Series: PA
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Pacton PA – semi-trailers from the Dutch manufacturer in Nieuw-Vennep: the PA range, unladen weight up to 5.6 t, gross weight up to 20 t, lengths up to 9.7 m
Pacton Trailer is a Dutch semi-trailer manufacturer based in Nieuw-Vennep near Schiphol. The PA range bundles several versions of the same basic design, including the PA 1008 and the PA 1620 A with its A-1, A-46 and A-53 sub-variants, which evidently denote different equipment or build versions of the same chassis. Pacton mainly builds flatbed, tipping and low-loader semi-trailers for European long-haul and construction traffic.
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The register lists 5 versions with unladen weights from 3,400 to 5,644 kg at a gross weight of 10,000 to 20,000 kg. Lengths range from 7,320 to 9,700 mm, widths from 2,250 to 2,550 mm – dimensions typical of tandem- and tri-axle semi-trailers for general cargo and construction machinery.
Trailers of this size are widespread in European construction and general-cargo traffic: they move building materials, machinery and palletised goods between hauliers and building sites, complementing Pacton's larger low-loader and tipper ranges. The Dutch origin and proximity to the port of Rotterdam shape designs suited to combined road and ferry transport within Europe.
When buying used, the key points are the condition of the frame around the axles and kingpin, the air-suspension bellows and the braking system including ABS/EBS, wear on the coupling head and landing gear, and the condition of the load floor and tarpaulin or sideboards. Corrosion on cross-members and longitudinal beams and the seal on the lighting system are typical checks; spare parts run through Pacton's dealer network across the Benelux countries.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: Pacton PA, Zulassungsdaten RDW (Niederlande)
Technical data
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 7,320 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 2,250 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 3,600 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 3,400 kgcorrect |
| Gross vehicle weight | 10,000 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Top speed | 100 km/hcorrect |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does the Pacton PA 1008 weigh?
The unladen weight is 3,400 kg.
What is the gross vehicle weight of the Pacton PA 1008?
10,000 kg.
Up to what speed is the Pacton PA 1008 approved?
Approved up to 100 km/h.
What are the dimensions of the Pacton PA 1008?
7,320 mm × 2,250 mm.
When was the Pacton PA 1008 built?
Production years: 1961.
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.
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Sources: RDW — Dutch national vehicle register (retrieved August 2026) · How we check the data
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