Have you ever considered: how much fuel can a HOWO tractor hold? This is an important question because it not only tells you how much fuel can be held, but also how many kilometers your vehicle can run.
A clear understanding of this concept is crucial for freight drivers as well as logistics companies. This can have a direct impact on the efficiency of the vehicle’s transportation as well as its operating costs.
HOWO Special Truck Ltd can tell you the answer to this question. A conventional HOWO tractor can hold 400-600L of fuel.
Here we will answer this question in detail. In this How Much Fuel Does a HOWO Tractor Tank Hold article, you will get complete advice. Let us help you achieve a more efficient operation and ensure the smooth running of your transportation tasks.
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Standard Fuel Tank Capacity for HOWO Tractors
At HOWO Special Truck Ltd, we offer three standard configurations of HOWO tractors. They are: SITRAK 4X2 tractor/HOWO 6X4 tractor and HOWO 6X6 tractor. The mailbox configurations of these three models range from 400L-600L, with the SITRAK 4X2 tractor having an additional 400L aluminum fuel tank. Their specific configurations are as follows:
SITRAK 4X2 tractor: this model has a standard fuel tank configuration of 600+400L (AL) and a horsepower of 480 hp. it is ideally suited for long-distance transportation as well as medium-duty tasks.
HOWO 6X4 tractor: the HOWO 6X4 tractor is equipped with a 400L fuel tank. It is one of the most common models and is currently widely used for road/ore transportation as well as long-distance logistics. According to different needs, it can be equipped with more than 400L fuel tank.
HOWO 6X6 Tractor: Howo’s 6X6 model is equipped with a 400L standard fuel tank. This model is ideal for heavy-duty transportation in extreme environments, such as mine transportation and transportation operations under poor road conditions. Like the 6X4, this model can also be customized with a fuel tank of 400 liters or more, with the 600L tank being the more popular choice today.
Fuel tank quantity
For long-distance as well as short-distance transportation needs, the fuel tank capacity of HOWO tractor has single fuel tank design as well as double fuel tank design. This design can meet different transportation needs.
Single Tank Design
At HOWO Special Truck Ltd, most of our tractors are designed with a single fuel tank, which is more suitable for short-distance transportation. For example, the HOWO 6X4 and HOWO 6X6 mentioned above are designed with a single fuel tank. Since these models have been used for the transportation of ore and sand for a long time, the single fuel tank is sufficient. In addition, the single-tank structure makes the overall maintenance easier.
Dual Fuel Tank Design
For long distance transportation, the SITRAK 4X2 tractor is more suitable. This vehicle adopts 600L standard fuel tank and 400L aluminum sub-tank design, the total fuel capacity can reach 1,000 L. This design perfectly solves the range anxiety, which is very suitable for long-distance transportation tasks. In addition, this design provides the driver with more flexibility, such as the ability to fill different types of fuel separately. This approach can effectively improve the efficiency of fuel usage.
Fuel efficiency and distance traveled
Fuel Efficiency
Generally speaking, the fuel efficiency of a HOWO tractor is about 6 to 8 miles per gallon (about 4-5 kilometers per liter). This means that the vehicle can travel a distance of 6 to 8 miles for every gallon of fuel consumed. And fuel efficiency is closely related to fuel tank capacity. That means the larger the fuel tank, the better its range. The combination of proper fuel efficiency and a high-capacity fuel tank can significantly reduce refueling frequency and improve transportation efficiency. This is especially true in long-distance transportation, which can help drivers save time and costs.
Distance traveled with a full fuel tank
According to the different capacities of the fuel tank, the traveling distance of HOWO tractor varies:
400L fuel tank: this fuel tank design is ideal for short-distance transportation or urban logistics, and is particularly suitable for those daily tasks that require efficient transportation. With a full tank, a HOWO tractor with a 400L fuel tank can typically travel 700 to 900 miles (approximately 1,120 to 1,450 kilometers). This range is ideal for medium-distance transportation needs, such as regional distribution or cross-city logistics.
600L Fuel Tank: The 600L fuel tank HOWO tractor can have a range of 1,000 to 1,300 miles (approximately 1,600 to 2,100 kilometers) with a full fuel tank. This design is ideal for tasks that require long hauls, providing the vehicle with greater range.
Factors affecting fuel tank capacity and fuel efficiency
The fuel tank capacity as well as the efficiency of a HOWO tractor ultimately depends on the ambient temperature where you want to use the vehicle, the vehicle load, and the design configuration of the model. After understanding these factors, you can choose the most appropriate fuel tank configuration to enhance transportation efficiency.
Ambient Temperature: Ambient temperature is the single most important factor. This is because cold weather affects the volume of fuel, resulting in less fuel being added to the tank. This will directly lead to a significant reduction in the actual mileage of the vehicle. Therefore, it is important to arrange the refueling time as well as the place for transportation in this kind of weather.
Vehicle Load: Vehicle load directly affects fuel consumption. They are generally categorized into heavy and light loads. If you often carry heavy loads, then a larger fuel tank configuration is undoubtedly an optimal choice.
Vehicle design and configuration: As we mentioned above, different models correspond to different mailbox configurations. For example, SITRAK 4X2 tractor is equipped with 600L+400L sub-tank configuration to meet the needs of long-distance transportation.
Fuel tank filling and safety rules
To ensure the safe operation of the vehicle, we have compiled some refueling rules to avoid unnecessary transportation risks.
95% refueling rules： Fuel tanks are not as full as they could be. We generally recommend that refueling fuel is 95% of the maximum capacity. This is because a full fuel tank can lead to a variety of unsafe factors. For example, it is common to have leaks due to fuel expansion.
The 25% Rule： In order to ensure consistent performance of the vehicle, the minimum recommended fuel level is 25% or more. This is because too low a fuel level can cause the engine to inhale deposits as well as impurities, leading to problems such as engine damage.
Diesel weight
As we mentioned above, the weight of the vehicle load also affects the fuel efficiency of the vehicle. Therefore, there is one factor that should not be overlooked when accounting for the vehicle vehicle weight. That is the weight of diesel fuel. Therefore, when designing a fuel tank, you need to configure the tank capacity as well as the weight to avoid overloading and vehicle stability issues.
Diesel fuel weighs about 77 pounds (about 3.17 kg) per gallon. When you completely fill a 400L tank, then the additional weight is about 750 lbs (about 340 kg). In the case of a full 600L tank, the additional weight could be as high as 1124 lbs (~510 kg).
Therefore, this is a very important factor to take into account when calculating the GVWR of a vehicle.
Summary
The above is our detailed answer to the question of how much fuel a HOWO tractor can hold, and the fuel tank capacity of a HOWO tractor needs to be configured reasonably, because only in this way can the transportation efficiency be effectively improved and the cost be reduced at the same time.
As a professional HOWO truck dealer, we can provide detailed advice for your HOWO tractor purchase to meet your various transportation needs.
