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The 2006 180 NNU has an unladen weight of 6,000 kg and, at a gross vehicle weight of 25,000 kg, reaches a payload of 19,000 kg. At 13,570 mm long and 2,550 mm wide, it is a long, light build whose payload runs to more than three times its own unladen weight. Such a wide margin between unladen weight and payload suits general haulage of light, bulky goods.

At this weight class, the brake system works on compressed air rather than an overrun mechanism, as EU rules require above 10 tonnes of gross vehicle weight. Towing such a trailer behind a suitable towing vehicle requires a category CE licence, and both vehicles must be compatible in their braking systems.

Anyone buying a trailer of this age should check the frame for rust and past accident damage, especially around the axle mountings. Brake lines, brake cylinders and the connection to the towing vehicle need a function check, and the tyres should be judged on age rather than tread alone. Lighting, number-plate mount and underrun guard should also be complete and undamaged.