Sisu DK12M K-APP-8X2
Built: 2013 · Series: DK12M
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The Sisu DK12M K-APP-8X2 was built in 2013 and is a four-axle truck with only one driven axle. The code 8X2 stands for eight wheel positions of which two wheels are driven; the other three axles carry load and partly steer. That lowers weight and consumption compared with the all-wheel or double-drive variants and suits road work with high payload.
The six-cylinder engine delivers 350 kW from 11,946 cm³ displacement. The vehicle dimensions of 8,810 mm length and 2,550 mm width are compact for a four-axle truck. The kerb weight of 13,450 kg against a permissible gross weight of 36,500 kg suggests a light body such as a box or swap body. The abbreviation APP in the name marks the suspension and axle variant of the chassis.
Compared with the four-axle variant with two driven axles, the 8X2 is meant for lighter tasks: it gives up traction in favour of economy and suits paved routes in distribution and general cargo.
Sisu DK12M – the 12M variant of the Finnish DK range: a single six-cylinder engine at 350 kW from 11.9 litres, axle configurations from 6x4 to 10x4, gross weights up to 51 tonnes
The DK12M designation marks off the 12M power class within Sisu's DK range, while the parallel DK16M class carries a stronger engine. As across the whole DK range, the letter strings K, A and P denote axle types and cab configuration, the figures 6x4, 8x4 or 10x4 give wheel count and driven axles, and the following plus-linked numbers state axle spacing in centimetres; the number of configurations reflects the wide range of bodies offered for timber haulage and special transport.
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The register lists 14 versions, all with the same six-cylinder engine at 350 kW from 11,946 cm³, kerb weights from 9,980 to 27,000 kg, gross vehicle weights from 36,500 to 51,000 kg, lengths from 8,740 to 13,500 mm and widths from 2,500 to 2,800 mm.
DK12M chassis form the base for crane, container and tipper bodies in Finnish and Scandinavian construction and forestry traffic; the single engine paired with widely varying axle counts and body lengths shows that Sisu matches the power class to payload through the number of driven axles rather than through the engine.
When buying used, as across the DK range, check the condition of crane and tipper bodies, axle differentials on multi-axle versions, frame condition after off-road use, and corrosion of brake lines; with the engine standardised, it is also worth comparing mileage across the different axle configurations. Parts are available through Sisu's authorised workshops in Finland and Scandinavia.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: Sisu DK12M, Sisu Auto (manufacturer), Zulassungsdaten Traficom (Finnland)
Technical data
Engine
| Power | 350 kWcorrect |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 6correct |
| Displacement | 11,946 cm³correct |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 8,810 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 2,550 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 13,450 kgcorrect |
| Gross vehicle weight | 36,500 kgcorrect |
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 26 kW/t (350 kW / 13.4 t)
Stronger than 76% of the trucks in the register — out of 25,242 models with a stated power figure.
Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.
Frequently asked questions
How much power does the Sisu DK12M K-APP-8X2 have?
The Sisu DK12M K-APP-8X2 delivers 350 kW.
How much does the Sisu DK12M K-APP-8X2 weigh?
The unladen weight is 13,450 kg.
What is the gross vehicle weight of the Sisu DK12M K-APP-8X2?
36,500 kg.
What engine does the Sisu DK12M K-APP-8X2 have?
6 cylinders, 11,946 cm³ displacement.
What are the dimensions of the Sisu DK12M K-APP-8X2?
8,810 mm × 2,550 mm.
When was the Sisu DK12M K-APP-8X2 built?
Production years: 2013.
What to check before buying
- Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
- Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
- Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
- Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.
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Other models in this series
DK12M
DK12M K-AKK-8X4/335+140+137
DK12M K-AKK-8x2/514+131+130
DK12M K-APP-8X2/325+140+130
DK12M K-APP-8x2/335+140+130
DK12M K-KK-6x4
DK12M KA-AKK-10x4/185+235+140+137
DK12M KA-KK-8X4/185+430+137
DK12M KA-KKA-10X4/185+240+137+136
DK12M KA-KKA-10x4/205+220+137+136
DK12M KA-KKA-10x4/205+260+137+136
DK12M KA-KKA-10x4/205+440+137+136
Sources: Traficom — Finnish vehicle register (retrieved August 2026) · speccodex.com (retrieved October 2026) · How we check the data
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