71 CBM Scrap Tipper Trailer
High Volume | Metal Scrap & Recycling Transport
Purpose-built for metal scrap and recycling operations. Hardox wear-resistant steel body with 71 cubic meter capacity for maximum payload efficiency.
Built for Heavy Loads.
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Key Features
Every component selected for maximum wear resistance, discharge efficiency, and structural integrity under the harshest recycling and scrap transport conditions.
Hardox Body
The Body That Outlasts the Load.
71 cbm Hardox wear-resistant steel body engineered for the extreme abrasion of metal scrap, demolition debris, and recycling materials — built to outlast conventional steel bodies many times over.
Hardox 400 / 450 Grade
Hardox wear plate with 400–450 HBW hardness resists the cutting and impact abrasion of sharp metal scrap, extending body service life dramatically compared to standard steel.
71 CBM Capacity
71 cubic meter body volume optimised for high-density scrap metal loads — maximising payload per trip and reducing total transport cycles for recycling operations.
Hydraulic Tipping System
Powerful. Controlled. Reliable.
Multi-stage hydraulic tipping cylinder raises the full 71 cbm body to maximum tipping angle — delivering fast, complete discharge at the recycling facility or transfer station.
Full-Stroke Tipping Cylinder
Multi-stage telescopic hydraulic cylinder provides the full stroke needed to lift the 71 cbm body to maximum discharge angle, ensuring complete emptying of dense scrap loads.
Lateral Stability Design
Body pivot geometry and tipping cylinder placement engineered to maintain trailer stability throughout the full tipping cycle, even on uneven recycling yard surfaces.
High Volume & ST52 Chassis
Maximum Volume. Minimal Weight.
ST52 high-strength steel chassis keeps tare weight low while delivering the structural rigidity needed for daily high-cycle tipping with fully loaded 71 cbm scrap bodies.
3-Axle Configuration
3-axle semi-trailer layout distributes the weight of a fully loaded scrap body across multiple axles, keeping individual axle loads within European regulatory limits for unrestricted road access.
Optimised Tare Weight
Structural optimisation of the ST52 chassis and Hardox body keeps tare weight to a minimum — directly increasing the legal payload available per trip for scrap metal operations.
Rear Door System
Hydraulic Rear Door
Hydraulically operated rear door enables controlled discharge of scrap and bulk material — preventing premature spillage during transit and enabling full, directed unloading at the facility.
Grain-Tight Door Sealing
Grain-tight door sealing prevents fine material loss during road transport — critical for recycling operations carrying mixed scrap, shredded metal, and demolition fines.
In the Field
Built in Turkey.
STU tipper trailers are manufactured in Turkey and deployed in scrap metal, demolition, and recycling operations across Europe.
Global Reach
Trusted across Europe.
Our tipper trailers serve scrap metal dealers, demolition contractors, and recycling operators across Europe.
Turkey
Germany
Netherlands
Poland
Tech Specs
Body
Volume
71 cubic meters — high-volume body for metal scrap and recycling operations.
Body Material
Hardox wear-resistant steel for maximum abrasion resistance and extended service life.
Body Type
Rear-tipping scrap body with hydraulic rear door for controlled discharge.
Applications
Metal scrap, demolition waste, mixed recycling materials, bulk aggregates.
Hydraulic System
Tipping Cylinder
Multi-stage telescopic hydraulic cylinder for full-stroke body elevation.
Rear Door
Hydraulically operated rear door with grain-tight sealing for controlled discharge.
Chassis
Material
ST52 high-strength structural steel for maximum rigidity at minimal tare weight.
Axle Configuration
3-axle semi-trailer for compliant load distribution across European road networks.
Surface Protection
Industrial coating system over blast-prepared substrate for long-term corrosion resistance.
Colour
Customer-specified RAL colour for body and chassis to match fleet livery.
Customisation
Options
Body volume, RAL colour, axle specification, internal lining options — all configurable to order.
Lead Time
Typically 8–16 weeks depending on specification and production schedule. Contact us for current availability.
Material & Engineering FAQs
What is the body volume of the STU 71 CBM Tipper Trailer?
The STU scrap tipper trailer has a body volume of 71 cubic meters, purpose-built for high-volume metal scrap, demolition waste, and recycling material transport. The large body volume maximises payload per trip, reducing total transport cycles and fuel costs.
Technical Details:71 m³ volume is optimised for bulk density of metal scrap (approx. 1.5–4 t/m³ depending on material), enabling maximum legal payload loads on standard 3-axle semi-trailer configurations.
What steel is used for the tipper body?
The body is manufactured from Hardox wear-resistant steel — specifically Hardox 400 or 450 grade depending on the application. Hardox provides exceptional abrasion resistance to the sharp, heavy, and impactful loads associated with metal scrap and demolition materials.
Technical Details:Hardox 400 has a minimum hardness of 370 HBW; Hardox 450 achieves 425 HBW. Both grades offer significantly longer service life than standard S355 steel in abrasive applications — typically 3 to 5 times greater wear life.
What is ST52 steel and why is it used for the chassis?
ST52 (equivalent to S355J2) is a high-strength structural steel used for the chassis of the tipper trailer. It provides high yield strength (minimum 355 MPa) at a favourable weight, keeping the tare weight low to maximise legal payload capacity.
Technical Details:ST52/S355J2 has yield strength ≥355 MPa and tensile strength 470–630 MPa. The combination of Hardox body and ST52 chassis is the standard engineering approach for high-volume scrap tipper trailers in the European recycling industry.
How does the hydraulic tipping system work?
The body is raised by a multi-stage telescopic hydraulic tipping cylinder positioned beneath the body. The cylinder is powered by the truck's PTO (power take-off) via the trailer's hydraulic circuit. The rear door is also hydraulically operated, allowing controlled opening during discharge.
Technical Details:Multi-stage telescopic cylinders extend sequentially under hydraulic pressure to achieve the full tipping angle (typically 45–55°) required for complete discharge of dense metal scrap loads.
What is the purpose of the hydraulic rear door?
The hydraulic rear door serves two functions: it provides a grain-tight seal during road transport to prevent material loss, and it controls the rate of discharge when tipping. The door can be partially or fully opened to direct and control the flow of material at the unloading point.
Technical Details:Grain-tight sealing is particularly important for mixed recycling loads containing fine particles, dust, and shredded materials that would otherwise escape through standard gap-fit doors during transit.
What axle configuration does the tipper trailer use?
The standard configuration is a 3-axle semi-trailer. This distributes the weight of a fully loaded 71 cbm scrap body across three axles, keeping individual axle loads within the European regulatory limit of 10 tonnes per axle, enabling unrestricted road access.
Technical Details:3-axle configuration allows up to 27,000 kg total trailer axle load under standard European regulations (depending on axle spacing), with total combination GVW typically up to 44 tonnes.
Can the tipper trailer be customised?
Yes. STU TRAILERS® offers customisation of body volume, Hardox grade, internal lining options, RAL colour, axle specification, and additional equipment. We work directly with customers to deliver a tipper configured for their specific scrap or recycling operation.
Technical Details:Custom orders typically require 8–16 weeks lead time depending on specification complexity and current production schedule. Minimum order quantities and batch production options are available for fleet operators.
What applications is the tipper trailer suitable for?
The STU 71 CBM scrap tipper trailer is suited for metal scrap dealers, demolition contractors, recycling facilities, and bulk material logistics operators. It is deployed across Europe in operations requiring high-volume, robust, and reliable tipping capability.
Technical Details:The Hardox body design is particularly suited for shredded steel scrap (HMS 1&2), demolition concrete with rebar, automotive scrap, and mixed industrial recycling streams.
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