THE TAG AXLE REAR LOADER

TAG AXLE REAR LOADER

The McNeilus Tag Axle Rear Loader is designed to meet the demands of your toughest jobs while ensuring compliance with weight restrictions and state roadway laws. This innovative vehicle enables you to carry optimal payloads without sacrificing performance.

As the only rear loader on the market featuring a tag axle integrated into the tailgate, this design maximizes carrying capacity in weight-restricted areas. The tag axle lifts along with the tailgate when the payload is ejected, keeping it free from trash and enhancing overall functionality. With its unique design, the Tag Axle Rear Loader offers long-lasting reliability and improved weight distribution for superior handling on the road.

Performance Specifications
  • Dump Cycle: 24–26 sec
  • Sweep Extend: 5 sec
  • Sweep Retract: 3 sec
  • Slide Extend: 4 sec
  • Slide Retract: 8 sec
  • Tailgate Open/Close: 30 / 18 sec
  • Compaction: 1,000 lb/yd³
Body & Hopper
  • Body Floor: 3/16 in. AR200
  • Side Walls Front: 10 ga. AR200
  • Side Walls Rear: 1/8 in. AR450
  • Roof: 10 ga. AR200
  • Hopper Capacity: 2.8 yd³
  • Hopper Floor: 1/4 in. AR200
Packer & Tailgate
  • Slide Face: 3/16 in. Grade 50 steel
  • Sweep Face: 1/4 in. AR200
  • Tailgate Walls: 3/16 in. AR200
  • Wear Strips: 1/2 x 3 in. 1044 steel
  • Tailgate Seal Height: 50 in.
Hydraulics & Cylinders
  • Pump: Gear or vane with pack-on-the-go
  • Control Valves: Parker VA35 Smart-Pak®
  • Oil Reservoir: 40–50 gal
  • Slide Cylinder: 5x4x32.5 in.
  • Sweep Cylinders: 4.5×3.5×23 in.
  • Tailgate Cylinder: 3.5x3x42 in.

Key Features of Tag Axle Rear Loaders

  • Integrated Tag Axle: Unique design incorporates the tag axle into the tailgate, maximizing carrying capacity in weight-restricted areas.
  • Optimal Payloads: Engineered to carry significant loads while adhering to weight restrictions and state roadway regulations.
  • Automatic Lift Mechanism: The tag axle lifts with the tailgate during payload ejection, ensuring it remains clear of trash and debris.
  • Improved Weight Distribution: Designed to enhance weight balance, providing better handling and stability on the road.
  • Durable Construction: Built for long-lasting reliability, ensuring consistent performance in demanding collection environments.

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Description

25 YD³ (19.1 m³)

28 YD³ (21.4 m³)

32 YD³ (24.5 m³)

Overall Length, Tailgate Closed

295 in.
7493 mm

314 in.
7976 mm

339 in.
8611 mm

Overall Length, Tailgate Raised

326 in.
8280 mm

345 in.
8763 mm

370 in.
9398 mm

Overall Height, Tailgate Closed**

99 in. / 2515 mm (all sizes)

Overall Height, Tailgate Raised**

188 in. / 4775 mm (all sizes)

Inside Hopper Width

80 in. / 2032 mm (all sizes)

Hopper Opening Height

58 in. / 1473 mm (all sizes)

Overall Width w/ Steps

107 in. / 2718 mm (all sizes)

Overall Width w/o Steps

97 in. / 2464 mm (all sizes)

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