30-2 Transporting the Machine VX30/VX50 Gen3/ECO50 Vacuum Excavators
TOWING VEHICLE SELECTION
• Towing Vehicle: The towing vehicle should have sufficient suspension capacity to resist downward loads
at the hitch during transportation.
• Towing Vehicle
Brake Controller: The towing vehicle must be equipped with an electric brake controller
that automatically applies the towed machine’s electric brakes when stopping.
• Tow
ing Vehicle Hitch: The towing vehicle hitch must have a towing capacity of at least 10,000 lb
(4535 kg) up to 18,000 lb (8165 kg) and a vertical tongue capacity of 540 lb (245 kg) up to 2480 lb
(1125 kg), depending on machine model. Refer to Specifications, page 70-1 for model-specific weights.
NOTICE: To
ngue weight and towing capacity vary based on machine options, water tank levels, and spoil tank
material density. To stay under the gross vehicle weight rating, limit spoil tank material density to 10 lb/gal
(1.1 kg/L) with a full water tank. Empty the water tank to tra
nsport with a spoil tank density up to 12.7 lb/gal
(1.5 kg/L). Refer to “Material Density Chart,” page 70-8, for material density information.
NOTICE: A fully or pa
rtially loaded unit will travel differently than an empty unit. Longer stopping distances
are required. Liquid will move or “slosh” when tow vehicle stops.
Obey all applicable laws regarding the
use of lights, safety chain, and other possible requirements concerning
road use. Use good judgment and drive carefully.
WARNING: Loss of steering or braking control can cause death or serious injury. Use a towing
vehicle that is large enough for sufficient steering and braking control.
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