Built for durability with up to 30 000 kg payload capacity
Designed for the forestry industry and timber transportation
The Afrit Timber Carrier Trailer is specifically engineered to handle the demanding needs of the forestry industry. Designed for the transport of long, heavy logs, timber, and forestry products, this trailer provides the strength, stability, and durability needed to navigate difficult terrains. Whether working in the dense forests of Africa or transporting timber across long distances, the Afrit Timber Carrier ensures reliable performance and efficiency.
Built with high-tensile steel and reinforced structures, it is capable of hauling large volumes of timber efficiently, making it the perfect choice for the forestry industry.
Heavy-duty design for maximum payload and stability
The Afrit Timber Carrier Trailer is designed to support heavy timber loads, with reinforced bunks and stakes and a high-tensile steel chassis to ensure stability during transport. The trailer’s structure is built to endure harsh environments and tough loading conditions, making it suitable for operations in forests and other rugged terrains. Optional features include bolsters for securing different timber sizes and self-steering axles for better manoeuvrability.
Various standard Afrit Timber Carrier models to suit your requirements
Afrit offers a range of Timber Carrier models designed to accommodate different payload capacities and timber lengths, ensuring that your specific transport needs are met with maximum efficiency.
TIMBER CARRIER TRAILER
13.3m TRA
Axle Semi Trailer
- Tare
- Payload
- GCM
- 6 600 kg
- 33 400 kg
- 49 500 kg
TIMBER CARRIER TRAILER
6/12m TA/TA
Axle Interlink
- Tare
- Payload
- GCM
- 10 000 kg
- 36 500 kg
- 56 000 kg
TIMBER CARRIER TRAILER
Rigid/Drawbar
Combination
- Tare
- Payload
- GCM
- 1 100 kg / 6 800 kg
- 38 600 kg
- 56 000 kg
Customise your trailer design to suit your needs
Afrit’s design engineers offer full custom design solutions to suit your specific individual transport requirements at no added costs. Speak to your sales representative for more information.
*Payload based on Truck Tare weight of 9500kg. Dimensions and weights given are approximates and can vary due to changes in specification.
Key features that sets our Timber Carrier apart from our competitors
Innovative designs built for timber transport
The Afrit Timber Carrier Trailer is engineered to handle the challenges of transporting long, heavy timber loads. Afrit’s design engineers collaborate with industry experts to create trailers that deliver exceptional stability, performance, and durability, even in the toughest conditions. The result is a trailer that not only meets the forestry industry’s demands but also ensures safe and efficient transport of timber over long distances.
Built to last with precision engineering
Each Afrit Timber Carrier Trailer is built with high-tensile steel and advanced manufacturing techniques to ensure durability and strength. The trailer’s reinforced structure and robust chassis are designed to handle the heavy loads and demanding conditions of the timber industry. This ensures that your Afrit Timber Carrier remains a reliable asset in your fleet for years to come.
Reliable support beyond the sale
Afrit provides comprehensive after-sales support to ensure that your Timber Carrier Trailer continues to perform at its best. With service centres located across South Africa and an extensive parts network, Afrit ensures that you have access to the maintenance services and parts needed to keep your operations running smoothly.
Frequently asked questions
What steel and running gear is used to build my Afrit trailer?
Highest grade of tensile steel and premium quality running gear
- All key structures are manufactured from imported high tensile grade 700 steel, allowing for thinner profiles without compromising on strength and payload.
- A variety of axles, suspensions, tyres and various other component options can be fitted to suit your applications and needs. Speak to your consultant for the range of specification options.
Do you offer finance solutions to purchase my trailer?
Finance Solutions to suit your business
- Afrit offers specialised and competitive inhouse short term finance solutions to finance your trailer and help your business grow. Speak to your sales representative for more information on our dedicated trailer finance services.
Can I trade in my current fleet?
Trade in solutions for your current fleet
- Afrit offers full trade-in solutions on all trailer brands to help you upgrade your fleet through our official partner ATLAS Truck Centre.
Do you offer aftersales and breakdown support services across South Africa?
Aftersales and breakdown services with and availability of parts across South Africa
- Afrit offers a national network of support service in all provinces including, Rosslyn (Pta), Pomona (Jhb), Cape Town, Middelburg, Bloemfontein, Windhoek, Maputo (Mozambique), Lusaka (Zambia). Click here to view service and repair centres.
- All trailers are supported with available parts and accessories from our parts stores and approved resellers across South Africa. Click here to view your nearest Part store or approved reseller.
Where can I view your full range of trailers?
Visit our showrooms or production plant.
- Most trailers models can be viewed at our manufacturing plant in Rosslyn and showroom in Pomona. You can also request a personal factory tour to experience and discover our 78 000m2 production facility.
Can I rent an Afrit Timber Carrier Trailer while I wait for delivery of my new trailer?
Rental solutions to bridge your trailer delivery time
- Afrit offers short and long term rental solutions on a variety of trailers to suit your contract requirements whilst waiting for your average 8 to 12 week delivery time.
