HOWO 4×2
Wrecker Truck with Crane – 5600mm Wheelbase Heavy-Duty All-in-One Lifting & Rescue Vehicle
Introduction
Heavy-duty road accidents, large engineering machinery breakdown and highway infrastructure maintenance bring harsh working conditions for rescue equipment. Ordinary light-duty wreckers fail to tow heavy vehicles, while separate
Crane Trucks cannot undertake road obstacle clearance and vehicle towing tasks. Purchasing two sets of equipment brings huge procurement cost, repeated labor cost and low equipment utilization rate. To solve heavy-load rescue pain points, the export-grade HOWO 4×2 wrecker truck with crane is launched as a heavy-duty multi-functional integrated rescue solution. This HOWO single-axle wrecker is configured with 5600mm ultra-long wheelbase, Weichai 220HP Euro VI emission engine and optional XCMG straight boom crane ranging from 5 ton to 10 ton. It perfectly integrates flatbed towing, emergency road rescue and heavy-duty lifting functions, serving as an all-in-one wrecker truck for engineering rescue, highway maintenance and bulk equipment transportation. With customizable crane tonnage and ultra-stable chassis structure, it is widely favored by overseas engineering teams, highway administrations and emergency rescue departments.
Table of Contents
1. Product Overview
2. Working Principle
3. Daily Application Scenarios
4. Comparison with Traditional Models
5. Buying Guide
6. Operation and Maintenance Tips
7. Frequently Asked Questions
Conclusion
1. Product Overview
This HOWO single-axle wrecker with crane is a heavy-duty multi-functional rescue truck. Equipped with 5600mm long wheelbase, Weichai 220HP Euro VI engine and XCMG 8-ton straight boom crane, it integrates flatbed wrecker towing, road rescue and heavy lifting functions. It is a practical all-in-one wrecker truck with crane specialized for engineering rescue, road maintenance and heavy equipment transportation. Besides, the crane lifting capacity is optional from 5 ton to 10 ton, flexibly matching diverse heavy-load working demands for global clients.
The whole vehicle adopts original HOWO 4×2 heavy-duty commercial chassis, matched with extended 5600mm wheelbase and reinforced double-layer frame structure. Compared with standard wheelbase rescue vehicles, it boasts stronger bearing capacity and anti-torsion performance, maintaining ultra-stable driving posture during heavy-load towing and high-altitude crane lifting. Powered by reliable Weichai 220HP Euro VI diesel engine, the truck outputs sufficient steady power, meets international emission standards, and adapts to long-distance cross-region driving and high-intensity continuous operation.
Different from ordinary refitted rescue vehicles, this integrated wrecker adopts factory-integrated crane installation technology. It is equipped with authentic XCMG 8-ton 4-section straight boom crane as standard configuration, supporting 360° full rotation operation with ultra-wide working radius and reliable safety locking structure. Clients can freely customize crane tonnage between 5-ton to 10-ton according to actual working conditions, realizing personalized equipment configuration.
Combining heavy-duty flatbed rescue structure and professional lifting equipment, this multi-purpose HOWO wrecker realizes dual functions of vehicle towing and engineering lifting. It can independently complete heavy faulty vehicle recovery, construction machinery lifting, road obstacle removal and bulk material transportation. It replaces two separate heavy-duty vehicles with one single truck, greatly cutting overall operating expenditure and bringing high return on investment for rescue and engineering enterprises.
Core Product Advantages
Dual-Function Integrated Design：Integrates heavy wrecker towing and crane lifting, works as both heavy flatbed wrecker and professional crane truck
Ultra-Long Wheelbase Heavy-Duty Chassis：5600mm long wheelbase + reinforced double-layer frame, outstanding structural rigidity and super working stability
Reliable Weichai Euro VI Power：Equipped with 220HP Weichai diesel engine, eco-friendly emission, strong power output and durable performance
Original XCMG Lifting Device：Standard 8-ton 4-section straight boom crane, 360° full rotation, wide working radius and high lifting safety
Flexible Crane Customization：Optional crane tonnage from 5 ton to 10 ton, adaptive to multiple complex heavy-load working conditions
High ROI Working Mode：One truck covers multiple heavy-duty jobs, reduce equipment procurement and labor cost, improve comprehensive economic benefits
Export Standard Configuration：Euro VI emission, whole-vehicle factory calibration, compliant with overseas engineering and road traffic access regulations
2. Working Principle
The stable heavy-load performance of HOWO 4×2 wrecker truck with crane relies on dual independent hydraulic power distribution system and reinforced chassis bearing structure, realizing non-interfering linkage of heavy vehicle towing and full-rotation crane lifting.
The Weichai 220HP Euro VI engine outputs continuous and sufficient power, and distributes power to two independent hydraulic circuits via split power take-off. One set of hydraulic system controls the flatbed rescue structure and traction winch, providing steady pulling force for heavy faulty vehicle loading and road towing; the other dedicated hydraulic loop connects XCMG straight boom crane, controlling boom stretching, luffing and 360° rotating actions.
Thanks to the 5600mm extended wheelbase and double-layer reinforced frame, the chassis offsets torsion pressure generated by crane eccentric lifting, avoiding vehicle rollover and frame deformation. The built-in hydraulic pressure protection valve prevents hydraulic conflict during simultaneous operation of lifting and towing. With customizable hydraulic pressure parameters matching different tonnage cranes, the whole vehicle maintains smooth and stable operation under long-term heavy-load working conditions, finishing engineering lifting and road rescue tasks efficiently.
3. Daily Application Scenarios
Benefiting from heavy-duty chassis bearing capacity, adjustable crane tonnage and dual-functional working mode, this HOWO integrated wrecker with crane adapts to high-intensity and heavy-load scenarios, widely applicable for global infrastructure construction and traffic emergency rescue:
Highway heavy accident disposal: Heavy truck recovery, roadside crashed guardrail lifting and large traffic obstacle clearance
Road infrastructure maintenance: Bridge component installation, road facility replacement and heavy municipal equipment lifting
Engineering construction operation: Small excavator, roller and construction machinery transfer, building material loading and transportation
Port and logistics park emergency work: Heavy cargo handling, breakdown heavy truck rescue and equipment relocation
Disaster emergency rescue: Collapsed road debris clearance, heavy stranded vehicle lifting and emergency engineering restoration
Different from light-duty multi-functional wreckers with limited bearing capacity, this heavy-duty HOWO model copes with ultra-heavy working scenarios that ordinary rescue vehicles cannot handle. It integrates rescue and engineering operation businesses, enriches service categories for operators and greatly accelerates capital return cycle.
4. Comparison with Traditional Models
Compared with ordinary heavy-duty flatbed wreckers: Conventional heavy wreckers only support vehicle towing and obstacle clearance, lacking lifting capacity. When encountering construction machinery disposal and heavy-component replacement, rescue teams need to dispatch extra large cranes, causing low working efficiency and high cross-equipment coordination cost. In contrast, HOWO wrecker with crane integrates lifting and towing functions, independently finishing complex heavy-load tasks.
Compared with separate purchase of wrecker and crane truck: Purchasing one heavy wrecker plus one crane truck requires massive procurement budget, double fuel consumption, extra driver salary and daily maintenance expense. This all-in-one HOWO vehicle integrates two functions, cutting nearly half of comprehensive operation cost, simplifying daily fleet management and reducing equipment idle rate.
Compared with modified heavy-duty crane wreckers: Most secondary refitted heavy wreckers adopt cut-off chassis and assembled hydraulic parts, damaging original frame rigidity and bringing hidden cracking risks. They are equipped with non-brand cranes with unstable lifting performance. This export-standard HOWO wrecker adopts original reinforced chassis and authentic XCMG crane, with factory integral stress calibration, safer structure and longer service life.
Howo 4×2 wrecker truck with carne |
General | Chassis Brand | Howo |
| Overall Dimension | 10650 × 2550 × 3750 |
| Flatbed size | Main deck 8300mm × width 2550mm, hydraulic flip tail |
| GVW / Kerb Weight | 18000kg / |
Cab | Cab Capacity | 3persons allowed |
| Air Conditioner | W/ air conditioner |
Engine | Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Engine Brand | Weichai ENGINE |
| Power | 220Hp (162 KW) |
| Displacement | 4600ml |
| Emission Standard | Euro 4 Euro 5 |
Chassis | Drive Type | left or right hand drive |
| Transmission | HOWO 8-speed manual with PTO |
| Wheelbase/No. of axle | 5600mm |
| Tyre Specification | 10.00R20 steel radial tire |
| Tyre Number | 6tyres and 1 spare type |
| Max Speed | 89 km/h |
| Paint | Metallic paint |
| Others | 4.5T front steering axles & 10T heavy-duty rear axles |
Superstructure | Capacity | 8T |
| Standard Configuration ：Crane: XCMG 8-ton 4-section straight boom truck-mounted crane, 360° full rotation . Wrecker system: One-tow-two heavy rescue structure, 8-ton hydraulic winch with 30m steel wire rope . |
Optional | Optional configurations：Crane lifting capacity is optional. |
5. Buying Guide
For overseas highway administration, engineering contractors and large emergency rescue fleets demanding heavy-load multi-functional equipment, purchasing heavy-duty wrecker with crane shall focus on chassis rigidity, power emission and lifting reliability:
Select long-wheelbase reinforced heavy chassis: Prioritize 5600mm long wheelbase + double-layer reinforced frame HOWO chassis, effectively resisting working torsion and guaranteeing heavy-operation stability.
Match standard emission heavy-duty power: Choose Weichai 220HP Euro VI engine, compliant with global mainstream emission policies, avoiding overseas customs clearance and road access obstacles.
Adopt famous-brand original crane: Prefer factory-installed authentic XCMG straight boom crane instead of miscellaneous modified cranes, to ensure lifting safety and global official after-sales service.
Customize crane tonnage according to demands: Select 5-ton to 10-ton optional crane configuration based on local working conditions, balance working performance and procurement cost to avoid functional redundancy.
Verify heavy-load export qualification: Confirm whole-vehicle export certification, complete emission and mechanical inspection documents, adapting to engineering equipment access standards in Africa, Southeast Asia, Middle East and Central Asia.
6. Operation and Maintenance Tips
This HOWO heavy-duty wrecker with crane adopts mature heavy-duty chassis and industrial-grade hydraulic components, with low failure rate. Standardized operation and targeted maintenance can eliminate structural hidden dangers and prolong service life:
Daily Operation Specifications
Lay down supporting outriggers completely and level vehicle body before crane lifting, prohibit lifting operation on sloped ground to prevent rollover risks
Do not execute maximum-load crane lifting and heavy vehicle towing simultaneously, to prevent excessive chassis torsion and frame crack damage
Check hydraulic pipeline tightness, engine oil level and crane locking device before operation, eliminate oil leakage and lifting failure hidden dangers
Control 360° crane rotating speed uniformly, avoid sharp rotation to reduce hydraulic impact and mechanical abrasion
Clean sundries on flatbed and crane boom regularly after operation, fasten auxiliary accessories to prevent falling accidents during driving
Regular Maintenance Advice
Replace special anti-high-pressure hydraulic oil every half a year, separate maintenance for crane and wrecker hydraulic circuits to avoid oil mixing failure
Lubricate crane rotating bearing, boom hinge and chassis suspension parts monthly, reduce abrasion under long-term heavy-load operation
Quarterly detect welding seams of double-layer frame and crane mounting base, reinforce stress concentration positions timely
Regularly maintain Weichai engine post-processing system to keep Euro VI emission standard, passing overseas vehicle inspection smoothly
Calibrate crane lifting torque and hydraulic pressure regularly, ensure accuracy of 5–10 ton customized lifting performance
Scientific heavy-duty equipment maintenance can cut later overhaul cost greatly, stabilize long-term continuous working capacity and maximize investment return benefits.
7. Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is the standard crane configuration of this HOWO wrecker?
A1: It is equipped with original XCMG 8-ton 4-section straight boom crane as standard, supporting 360° full rotation with wide working radius and stable lifting performance.
Q2: Can I customize different crane lifting capacity?
A2: Yes. The crane tonnage is fully customizable, optional from 5 ton to 10 ton to adapt to different heavy-load working conditions.
Q3: What are the advantages of 5600mm long wheelbase chassis?
A3: Matched with reinforced double-layer frame, the ultra-long wheelbase greatly improves whole-vehicle stability, offsets torsion during crane lifting, and avoids rollover and frame deformation risks.
Q4: What power system does this heavy-duty wrecker adopt?
A4: It is powered by Weichai 220HP Euro VI diesel engine, with strong power, eco-friendly emission, fully meeting overseas environmental protection and road access standards.
Q5: What working fields is this HOWO wrecker with crane suitable for?
A5: It is widely used for highway heavy rescue, municipal road maintenance, engineering machinery handling, material transportation and disaster emergency rescue operations.
Conclusion
The HOWO 4×2 Wrecker Truck with Crane is a high-performance heavy-duty multi-functional export rescue vehicle. Breaking the limitation of single-function heavy engineering and rescue equipment, it integrates heavy flatbed towing and full-rotation crane lifting functions, equipped with 5600mm ultra-long wheelbase reinforced chassis, Weichai Euro VI low-emission power and authentic XCMG lifting device.
Supporting 5-ton to 10-ton customizable crane tonnage, this all-in-one wrecker solves the pain points of high procurement cost, low equipment utilization and complicated scheduling caused by purchasing separate heavy wrecker and crane truck. Featuring super working stability, strong heavy-load adaptability and low failure rate, it balances engineering operation efficiency and long-term operating cost perfectly.
With heavy-duty industrial-grade configuration, international emission standard and reliable after-sales guarantee, this HOWO wrecker truck with crane is preferred heavy-duty rescue and engineering equipment for overseas traffic management departments, engineering contractors and emergency rescue teams, with remarkable cost performance and long-term investment value.
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