A tow truck is a special transport designed to transport cars. Structurally, it consists of several important components - platform, winch, cabin, mounts. Some modifications are equipped with crane-manipulation installations. Existing models differ in dimensions, load capacity, functionality. Evacuation is carried out in one of two ways - with full or partial loading. What is the difference between these methods?
Evacuation of vehicles with full loading
This method is widely used in the transportation of cars, motorcycles, some types of special equipment, for example, based on tracks. Its essence is to fully load the vehicle on the platform. For transportation, tractors, trailers, car tow trucks can be used.
The peculiarity of the method is that the chassis of the evacuated vehicle does not take part in transportation, regardless of its type, condition, nature of damage and other factors. Advantages of technology:
- reduction of expenses for the preparatory stage;
- versatility (you can even transport completely crumpled cars, with torn wheelbases, etc.);
- High safety for all road users.
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Evacuation of vehicles with partial loading
The method of partial loading is less widespread. Its feature is due to the loading on the platform of only the aft part of the vehicle. In this case, the evacuated vehicle is not completely excluded from the transportation process. The rear wheels remain on the road.
For transportation, evacuation tractors are used, equipped with lifting, exciting, fixing mechanisms. There is no need to use supplementary tools. Perfect method of partial loading for minivans, SUVs, minibuses, etc. It allows you to abandon tow trucks with a large carrying capacity, but requires longer preparation.
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