FORD 3551T (6x4)
The flagship heavy-haulage tractor unit in Ford Trucks Iceland's portfolio. Engineered for abnormal loads, construction machinery transport, and aggregate operations across rugged Icelandic terrain with hub reduction axles and 2,600 Nm torque.
Engineering & Capability
Engineered for Iceland's Heaviest Demands
The Ford 3551T blends extreme construction resilience with premium long-haul tractor cab comfort. The decisive answer when standard 4x2 tractors reach their limit.
6x4 Tandem Axles with Hub Reduction
Tandem drive axles equipped with planetary hub reduction multiply torque directly at the wheel ends, protecting half-shafts under heavy stress. Both inter-axle and cross-axle differential locks deliver unstoppable traction in mud, loose volcanic gravel, snow, and ice.
12.7L Ecotorq 510 PS & 16-Speed Automated
The GEN2 Ecotorq turbo diesel delivers 510 horsepower and 2,600 Nm of torque from just 1,000 rpm. The 16-speed automated transmission features intelligent driving modes: Off-Road mode for heavy terrain, Rocking mode to rock free from ruts, and Manoeuvring mode for millimetre-precise low-speed coupling.
10 mm Reinforced 500 MPa Steel Chassis
The chassis frame is constructed from 10 mm high-yield-strength structural steel (500 MPa) engineered to withstand extreme vertical fifth-wheel pin loads from low-bed machinery trailers, crushing plants, and heavy tipping trailers without twisting.
850 kW Total Braking Power (Retarder)
An integrated compression engine brake (up to 400 kW) combined with a high-capacity hydraulic retarder/intarder (up to 600 kW) delivers over 850 kW of sustained auxiliary deceleration, ensuring absolute safety down steep mountain descents without brake fade.
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Ford 3551T Up Close
Explore the truck in action, its heavy tandem chassis architecture, and premium cab craftsmanship.
Premium Sleeper Cab
High-roof (HR) sleeper: room to work and rest
The Ford 3551T is a heavy-duty workhorse, but the driver doesn’t have to compromise on comfort. The high-roof (HR) sleeper cab has two bunks with quality mattresses and good thermal and acoustic insulation for Icelandic winter nights.
- ✓ Choice of day cab (DC), low-roof (LR) or high-roof (HR) sleeper cab
- ✓ Autonomous auxiliary parking heater and high-capacity climate control
- ✓ 8-inch digital cluster & 9-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
- ✓ Air-suspended ergonomic captain's seat with heating and lumbar support
- ✓ Built-in refrigerator and vast overhead and under-bunk storage compartments
Full Specifications
Ford 3551T (6x4) Technical Data
Complete engine performance, axle capacities, drivetrain gearing, and dimensions.
| Category / Feature | Specification (Ford 3551T) |
|---|---|
| 1. Engine & Performance | |
| Engine Type | Ford Ecotorq 12.7L GEN2 (inline 6-cylinder, turbocharged with intercooler) |
| Displacement | 12.740 cc |
| Max Power | 510 PS (375 kW) @ 1,400–1,800 rpm |
| Max Torque | 2,600 Nm @ 1,000–1,400 rpm |
| Emission Standard | Euro 6E (SCR + DPF + EGR) |
| 2. Transmission & Drivetrain | |
| Transmission | Ecotorq 16S 2600 OD automated (16 speeds) |
| Drive Modes | Eco Mode, Power Mode, Off-Road Mode, Rocking Mode, Manoeuvring Mode |
| Drive Configuration | 6x4 tandem with hub reduction |
| Differential Locks | Inter-axle (longitudinal) lock and two cross-axle locks (on both drive axles) |
| 3. Axles, Suspension & Frame | |
| Front Axle | 8,000 kg or 9,000 kg reinforced axle with parabolic springs |
| Rear Tandem Axles | 2x 13,000 kg / 2x 16,000 kg hub-reduction axles (bogie suspension) |
| Chassis Frame | 10 mm reinforced high-tensile steel (500 MPa), designed for high fifth-wheel loads |
| Wheelbase | 3,800 mm (well suited to tipping trailers and heavy-haul trailers) |
| 4. Weights & Capacity | |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 35.000 kg |
| Gross Combination Weight (GCW) | Depends on specification and registration |
| Kerb Weight | approx. 9,850 – 10,400 kg |
| 5. Braking & Safety | |
| Service Brakes | Powerful disc brakes on all wheels with EBS, ABS and ESP stability control |
| Engine Brake | Ecotorq Engine Brake – up to 400 kW |
| Hydraulic Retarder | ZF Intarder – up to 600 kW |
| Combined Auxiliary Braking | Yfir 850 kW samfellt hemlunarafl |
| Safety Systems | AEBS (emergency braking), LDWS (lane departure warning), Hill Holder (hill-start assist) |
| 6. Cab & Tanks | |
| Cab Type | DC, LR or HR (high sleeper cab with 2 bunks) |
| Fuel Tank | 400 L aluminium tank |
| AdBlue Tank | 78 litres |
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