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KBH AKORD ALUSTAR DROPSIDE BODIES

Product Specifications​

Construction & Materials

  • Frame: Robust aluminium lattice subframe (120mm longitudinal beams, 80mm cross beams) with reinforced mounting points
  • Side Panels: Premium aluminium dropside panels (400mm height), anodized C-0, divided into two sections with removable centre posts
  • Corner Posts: Aluminium (anodised C-0), fixed and removable options
    Center Posts: 0 or 1 centre post (standard configuration)
  • Edge Profiles: Anodised aluminium (C-0 standard) for enhanced durability and corrosion protection
  • Floor System: 15mm anti-slip waterproof plywood (standard up to L=5500mm), 18mm plywood (standard for L>5500mm or on request for shorter lengths), or aluminium sheet (optional upgrade)
  • Rear Gate: Integrated monolithic tailgate (400mm height) with built-in boarding step, 3-hinge system
  • Front Wall: 400mm height with 3 aluminium planking boards (standard), optional solid anodised aluminium wall up to 1600mm
    Wheel Arch
  • Wheel Arch Configuration: Single wheel arches (standard), twin wheel option available

Load Management

  • Securing System: 6 integrated floor-mounted cargo securing eyes per side (in frame edge profile)
  • Attachment Options: Compatible with straps, chains, and securing bars at any position
  • Edge Handles: Optional retractable handles rated to 2.5 tons (extractable from body edge)
  • Access: Three-way fold-down sides (left, right, rear) for 360° cargo access with quick-release 2-hinge system per side panel

Dimensions & Capacity

  • Available Lengths: Custom configurations to match chassis wheelbase
  • Internal Height: Optimised for standard pallet height and construction materials (400mm side walls standard)
  • Internal Width: Maximised for standard pallet dimensions
  • Load Distribution: Engineered lattice subframe ensures even weight distribution
  • Post Configuration: 0 or 1 centre post (standard), 2 centre posts (non-standard option)

STANDARD EQUIPMENT: 

  • Anti-slip waterproof plywood flooring (15mm up to 5500mm, 18mm above 5500mm)
  • Rear tailgate (400mm) with integrated boarding step
  • Quick-release side panel hinges (2 per panel, 3 for rear)
  • 6 integrated load securing eyes per side
  • Anodised edge trim profiles (C-0 standard)
  • Fixed and removable center posts (0 or 1 post standard)
  • Mudguards
  • Aluminium corner posts (anodised C-0)

OPTIONAL ADVANCED FEATURES: 

  • 18mm plywood flooring (for bodies under 5500mm length)
  • Aluminium sheet flooring (enhanced durability and cleaning)
  • 2.5-ton retractable edge handles
  • Extended front wall (1600mm solid anodised aluminium)
  • Stake side extensions
  • Post-free system (non-standard configuration)
  • Sliding post system (non-standard configuration)
  • 2 center posts (non-standard configuration for enhanced strength)
  • Integrated toolbox systems
  • Side marker lights (4x orange) with white and red end markers
  • Ram protection system
  • Outer and inner brackets (6 each side)
  • Compression springs for front brackets
  • Load securing rails and additional eyes
  • Tarpaulin frame and cover system
  • Twin wheel arch configuration
  • Side guard between the wheels, also known as bicycle protection guard (or side underrun protection)

ALUSTAR DROPSIDE BODIES speed up operations with full side access while their lightweight aluminium construction keeps payload capacity high.