16.5 M / FIVE AXLES / SIDE-LOADING BODY
16.5m 5 Axle Curtain Side Trailer for Sale
This 16.5 m five-axle curtain side trailer is built for palletized, boxed and packaged freight. Opening the side curtains gives a forklift direct access along the cargo body; double rear doors handle dock loading.
The trailer shown is 16,500 mm long, 2,550 mm wide and 4,000 mm high, with five rear axles and air suspension. Send the cargo weight, loading method, tractor model and destination country for the matching payload, internal body size and load-securing layout.
- 16,500 mm
- Overall length
- 5 axles
- Rear axle group
- Air suspension
- Running gear
LOADING ACCESS
Curtain Side Trailer Loading from the Side and Rear
This body gives the loading crew two ways into the cargo space. Draw back the side curtains for forklift access along the trailer, or use the double rear doors at a loading bay.
Forklift access along the cargo body
Use the side opening when pallets or packaged freight must be reached at different positions along the trailer. Buckles along the lower rail tension the curtain again after loading.
Rear access for loading bays
The finished trailer has two rear doors with external locking bars. Confirm the clear rear opening against the loading bay and cargo size.
Five axles with air suspension
Five rear axles are grouped beneath the trailer and use air suspension. Send the destination country and loaded weight so the quotation can list axle ratings, tyres and the permitted load.
EXTERIOR FITTINGS
External Storage and Service Equipment on This Trailer
The finished trailer places enclosed toolboxes, a spare-wheel carrier and an extinguisher holder outside the cargo body. These fittings remain accessible without opening the curtains or rear doors.
- toolbox quantity, side and required internal space;
- number of spare wheels and the ordered tyre size;
- extinguisher size, quantity and destination requirements.
Lockable toolbox below the body
The finished trailer has enclosed toolboxes mounted low along the chassis. Their position leaves the curtain buckles and landing legs clear.
Carrier beneath the chassis
The photo shows the carrier structure without a wheel fitted. Match the carrier and spare quantity to the tyre specification in the order.
Frame-mounted extinguisher holder
The red quick-release holder is fixed outside the cargo body. The extinguisher itself is not shown and must be specified for the destination.
REFERENCE CONFIGURATION
16.5m 5 Axle Curtain Side Trailer Specifications
This configuration measures 16,500 mm long, 2,550 mm wide and 4,000 mm high. Five rear axles use air suspension, with 1,310 mm between adjacent axle centres.
- 16,500 mm
- Overall length
- 2,550 mm
- Overall width
- 4,000 mm
- Overall height
Body and running gear
- Trailer body
- Sliding side curtains with double rear doors
- Axle layout
- Five axles grouped beneath the rear of the body
- Adjacent axle spacing
- 1,310 mm
- Suspension
- Air suspension
- Loading access
- Side access for forklifts and rear access for loading bays
DIMENSION DRAWING
16.5m Curtain Side Trailer Dimensions
The drawing shows the complete outer envelope—16,500 mm long, 2,550 mm wide and 4,000 mm high—together with the five-axle position and the front and rear body views.
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READING THE DRAWING
How to Read This 16.5m Curtain Side Trailer Drawing
The four views describe the same trailer from different angles. Read the side view for length and axle spacing, then use the plan and end views for width and body layout.
- Side view
- 16,500 mm overall length, 4,000 mm overall height and 1,310 mm between adjacent axle centres.
- Top view
- 2,550 mm overall width and the position of the five-axle group beneath the rear of the body.
- End views
- Front bulkhead and double rear door arrangement across the full body width.
Drawing note: Dimensions are in millimetres. The 16,500 × 2,550 × 4,000 mm values describe the outside of the trailer, not the clear loading space inside the curtain body.
RELATED CHENLU VIDEO
3 Axle Curtain Side Trailer Video
This short CHENLU walkaround shows a finished three-axle curtain side trailer, including the closed curtain body, lower fasteners and rear axle group.
Video reference: The video is published by the CHENLU YouTube channel and shows a related three-axle curtain side trailer. The 16.5 m trailer on this page uses the five-axle layout and dimensions listed above.
Optional Parts And Accessories
Semi-Trailer Axle Support Plate
American-Style Axle
Trailer Suspension Parts
Trailer Suspension Support Leg
WABCO Brake Valve
FUHUA (TUWA) Trailer Axle
German-Style Trailer Suspension
BPW Trailer Axle
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Factory-Direct Manufacturing
CHENLU presents its own semi-trailer manufacturing base with modern workshops, CNC cutting, automatic welding lines and painting facilities. This supports direct communication between the buyer, engineering team and production team.
OEM/ODM Configuration Review
The published customization scope includes axle number and load configuration, suspension type, ride height, frame reinforcement, deck requirements, branding, colour and logo. The final scope should be confirmed against the cargo, tractor and destination route.
Process-Based Quality Control
The factory workflow covers material preparation, main-beam welding, frame assembly, surface treatment, painting, final assembly, inspection and testing. Quality checks should be recorded against the actual project configuration before delivery.
B2B Export and Project Support
CHENLU works with fleet owners, contractors, distributors and project buyers across logistics, construction, mining and heavy-equipment transport applications. The quotation should confirm the tractor interface, route, axle-load requirements and local permits.
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BUYER QUESTIONS
Questions About the 16.5m Curtain Side Trailer
These answers cover the finished five-axle configuration shown in the photos and drawing, including cargo fit, loading access and load placement.
What cargo is this curtain side trailer used for?
It suits palletized, boxed and packaged freight, especially when a forklift needs to reach the load from the side. Check the clear internal body size before setting the pallet plan.
Can it be loaded from the side and through the rear doors?
Yes. Open either curtain for forklift loading along the side, or use the double rear doors when the trailer is backed to a loading bay.
Do the side curtains hold the cargo in place?
No—not by themselves. Unless the curtain and body have a documented restraint rating, secure the freight with tie-downs, blocking or another method chosen for the load.
What is the payload of the five-axle trailer?
Five axles do not create one universal payload. The figure depends on trailer tare, axle and tyre ratings, cargo position and the limits used in the destination market.
Are 16,500 × 2,550 × 4,000 mm the usable cargo dimensions?
No. They describe the outside of the trailer. Clear internal length, width, height and rear-door opening must be confirmed separately before deciding how many pallets or packages will fit.
Why does cargo position matter on a five-axle trailer?
The same cargo weight can produce different kingpin and axle loads depending on where it is placed. Heavy items should follow a checked load-distribution plan rather than being grouped at one end.
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