Eli5: Why do large dump trucks carrying large dump trailers have such a long hitch? 371 viewsDecember 31, 2023 Question100.55K September 23, 2023 0 Comments Noticed a large dump truck driving around a construction site at the airport and the dump trailer it was carrying had a hitch almost as long as the trailer. Why is this? Maneuverability? Helps with leverage when dumping the trailer? In: 94 8 Answers ActiveNewestOldest Anonymous Posted September 23, 2023 0 Comments Gives space to dump both loads without unhitching the trailer. The truck bed load dumps in the space freed up by that long tongue. You are viewing 1 out of 8 answers, click here to view all answers. Register or Login
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