It’s all in the design
What is it about a TATRA truck that makes it the most sought after, high performing off road truck around? The unrivalled and universally unique chassis concept, which originated in the 1920s, is what sets itself apart from any other highway vehicle attempting to take on similar off road capabilities.
The driving force is the use of a central load-carrying tube and axles with independently suspended swinging half axles bolted together into a single unit. The half axles move freely, which enables the rest of the truck to remain stable, and take on the toughest terrain without losing traction, while still maintaining a constant speed. This also ensures maximum cabin comfort with minimal movement felt, allowing the driver to enjoy working behind the wheel.
So how does this compare? Standard heavy duty trucks don’t have the ability to handle off road terrain at the same pace, ease or comfort as a TATRA purpose built vehicle.
Why TATRA is your first and only choice
No other truck on the planet can tick all of the boxes like a TATRA truck can
- Specifically developed for heavy off road conditions
- Ability to move through extreme terrain
- Maximum driving comfort
- Maintain high speeds over difficult terrain
- High levels of vehicle stability in turns and on slopes
- Low maintenance and minimum possibility of drivetrain damage
- High chassis rigidity with the central load-carrying tube
Inside TATRA
With credentials that date back as far as 1850, TATRA know a thing or two about producing the ultimate off road service vehicle. The Czech automaker has been manufacturing purpose built and customisable trucks for 125 years, and is renowned for its unique chassis truck design that still stands true today.
Originally built for military purposes, TATRA’s versatile trucks are now widely used across many different industries including Defence, Construction, Mining, Forestry, Oil & Gas, Utilities, Fire Fighting and even winning the Dakar rally.
Offroad Trucks Australia offers a full range of TATRA Truck models in 4×4 through to 16×16 configurations, in manual (10 speed syncromesh gearbox) or automatic (Allison or ZF) transmission. Most trucks are available in long wheel base and short wheel base, but we can also individually design a truck to suit any application required.
Tatra proving grounds
Operators of TATRA vehicles not only expect excellent driving characteristics and technical superiority, but also guaranteed durability and reliability.
TATRA rigorously tests each component and assembly and verifies the integrated vehicle as a whole.
The TATRA test track is the only one of its kind in Europe and covers extensive situations to put all vehicles through their paces. This dedicated track offers various road types and corrugations, as well as specialised testing for water fording, slopes up to 64% and lateral stability.
- The Tatra proving grounds - Kopřivnice, Czech Republic
Talk to Offroad Trucks Australia today to find out how we can deliver the ultimate off road vehicle solution for you.
