Last week the International Exhibition Heavy Duty 2018 was held in KievExpoPlaza exhibition centre where “AutoKrAZ” exhibited its products.
Heavy Duty, the biggest International Exhibition of heavy-duty special vehicles in Ukraine, covers four related industries: road building, construction, mining and municipal services sectors. “AutoKrAZ” has in its lineup vehicles used in these industries.
The exhibition was backed by the Ministry of Infrastructure of Ukraine, KrAZ was among 100 brands exhibited at the event. Kremenchug Automobile Plant showcased one of its newly-developed models the 4х2 KrAZ-5401С2 two-axle dump truck provided with diesel engine delivering 335hp and meeting Euro-5 emission standard, single-disk clutch and 9-speed transmission. Cabover design of the KrAZ-5401С2 dump truck makes it easy to maneuver with minimum turning radius of about 7,5 m. Two-axle dump truck is easier to turn in tight spaces of construction and urban sites. Despite small overall dimensions of 6330х2500х2960 as compared to conventional trucks, its payload capacity is up to 10 tonnes.
The cab is highly ergonomic: comfortable air-suspended seats, height and tilt adjustable steering column, functional dashboard and many other things that help reduce driver’s fatigue. Low-entry cab makes it easy to enter and exit.
The KrAZ-5401С2 dump truck has unique 7 cu.m. box dump body with remote tailgate locking and hoist with telescopic double cylinder. In addition, the exhibited vehicle was provided with own-produced snow plough for use in winter for snow clearing.
The Minister of Infrastructure Mr.Omelyan participated in the exhibition opening ceremony. In his speech he said: “It is very important that the vehicles are made in Ukraine. And I want to stress that up to 1 percent of finances of Roads Fund have been allocated to fund leasing program for Ukrainian vehicles. This year this amount is equal to UAH 300m. For this reason, I urge foreign manufacturers to consider building their vehicles in Ukraine “.
After official opening the Minister of Infrastructure visited the stand of “AutoKrAZ”. He checked out domestic product and told about instant need for vehicles for patching repair to be purchased though bidding process and KrAZ has all the chances to win.
Throughout the exhibition the KrAZ’s stand was attended by many potential customers of mining, building, municipal and road building and repair industries. Most were managers of companies, their chief specialists and mechanics who came from across Ukraine. Interest in such vehicles is obvious, which is confirmed by a series of negotiations and preliminary agreements. Kremenchug Automobile Plant hopes to get orders from Ukrainian customers to maintain output at full capacity and benefit the country’s economy. Moreover, the company has all that is necessary to fulfill any orders to any quantity of vehicles.
