Timothy Maikshilo Posted May 24, 2015 Share Posted May 24, 2015 While on the north island came across a very short KWThis truck is owned by HEB construction and moves bridge beamsPretty cool low rider 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/40154-kenworth-low-rider/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timmyb Posted May 24, 2015 Share Posted May 24, 2015 Now that's different! Wouldn't wanna be swinging spanners on that thing. I imagine there wouldn't be much room. 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/40154-kenworth-low-rider/#findComment-291007 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsmackpaul Posted May 24, 2015 Share Posted May 24, 2015 the motorized dolly is a bit of NZ thing I think I have some photos of one made out of Federal 604 tank transporter must have being made back 50's or 60's a pretty cool jigger considering what they would have had to work with Paul Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/40154-kenworth-low-rider/#findComment-291013 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vladislav Posted May 24, 2015 Share Posted May 24, 2015 That's a pretty cool setup, would be perfect for truck racing For real I think it's perfect for jobs it was done for.Paul, pics of Federal are strongly appreciated. Quote Никогда не бывает слишком много грузовиков! leversole 11.2012 Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/40154-kenworth-low-rider/#findComment-291018 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted May 24, 2015 Share Posted May 24, 2015 that thing looks like a sportscar interesting,,,thanks for sharing...bob Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/40154-kenworth-low-rider/#findComment-291038 Share on other sites More sharing options...
david wild Posted May 24, 2015 Share Posted May 24, 2015 Bridge beam movers in Salt lake city have a similar setup. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/40154-kenworth-low-rider/#findComment-291039 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timothy Maikshilo Posted May 25, 2015 Author Share Posted May 25, 2015 Thanks for all the info guys! I don't think I'd want a 30 ton beam hanging over my head! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/40154-kenworth-low-rider/#findComment-291117 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quickfarms Posted May 25, 2015 Share Posted May 25, 2015 Thanks for all the info guys! I don't think I'd want a 30 ton beam hanging over my head!What is the difference if it is trying to come through the back of the cab or the roof? Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/40154-kenworth-low-rider/#findComment-291119 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quickfarms Posted May 25, 2015 Share Posted May 25, 2015 Thanks for all the info guys! I don't think I'd want a 30 ton beam hanging over my head!What is the difference if it is trying to come through the back of the cab or the roof? Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/40154-kenworth-low-rider/#findComment-291120 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timothy Maikshilo Posted May 25, 2015 Author Share Posted May 25, 2015 What is the difference if it is trying to come through the back of the cab or the roof?None I guess but uncomfortable being so close to the road and te beam over your head. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/40154-kenworth-low-rider/#findComment-291121 Share on other sites More sharing options...
hatcity Posted May 25, 2015 Share Posted May 25, 2015 makes a hell of a ROPS 1 Quote Success is only a stones throw away.................................................................for a Palestinian Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/40154-kenworth-low-rider/#findComment-291125 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vladislav Posted May 25, 2015 Share Posted May 25, 2015 makes a hell of a ROPSWhat the hell is ROPS? Quote Никогда не бывает слишком много грузовиков! leversole 11.2012 Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/40154-kenworth-low-rider/#findComment-291129 Share on other sites More sharing options...
farmer52 Posted May 25, 2015 Share Posted May 25, 2015 ROPS - Roll Over Protective Structure. A "cage" to protect the operator if the machine would rollover. Quote Ken PRR Country and Charter member of the "Mack Pack" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/40154-kenworth-low-rider/#findComment-291134 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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