Extra Strong
Heavy-duty chassis and components + high power engines
Ready for extreme conditions
A wide offering of specific heavy-duty options and customized versions
Easy to set up, use and repair
Basic architecture and vehicle electronic systems
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Astra Armoured Cab: Off-Road bus for transporting personnel to & from the mining site
Extra strong componentsHD9 FeaturesFEATURES
The HD9 range features heavy-duty components designed to provide robustness and reliability for the most demanding off-road use, allowing for a total GVW up to 60.000 kg and over: Learn about the best features of the HD9, from its abilities to its parts and everything in between.
Unique heavy-duty chassis
820mm wide, made of sturdy high-tensile steel side members (590Mpa) with large section dimensions (320x90x10mm) to ensure a high torsional stiffness, high stability and vehicle dynamic performance.
An exclusive “power-ring”
Rear tandem solution
designed with the highest safety standards for a limit of 40.000 kg to increase the strength and the rigidity of the entire chassis structure.
oversize steering rods to increase mobility capabilities and driving comfort in difficult terrain or extra load conditions.
A long-lasting suspension system
front and rear mechanical parabolic leaf springs in standard or reinforced version or, alternatively for very heavy conditions of use, semi-elliptical leaf springs.
Selective Catalytic Reduction
Engine Options
The Astra HD9 is powered by the in-line six-cylinder FPT 13 litre Cursor engine with power ratings from 380 HP to 540 HP in Euro3 version and from 410 HP to 560 HP in Euro5 version.
Beyond the Road
Gearbox OptionsGEARBOX
The driveline of the HD9 has been designed for the most demanding and arduous tasks. Astra is always your ‘working hard’ partner featuring the following wide range of transmission solutions in order to satisfy every requirement with the most adequate product.
MANUAL GEARBOX
The strong and reliable manual gearbox, with its 16 synchronised gears, is the perfect ally to face even the heaviest off-road missions. With the pneumatic shifting assistance, the driver can select the optimal gear quickly and with low expenditure of
energy.
AUTOMATED GEARBOX
The Automated gearbox, with its 16 fine-tuned gears, is the perfect choice when reduced cost of exercise and high driving comfort are needed. The electronic control unit ensures optimal communication among the engine, clutch and gearbox preserving the entire driveline.
AUTOMATIC GEARBOX
With 7 forward gears, it is ideal when top performance is required or heavy haulage and extreme off-road conditions. The hydraulic
converter allows flexible engine/ transmission connection for uninterrupted engine power to the wheels, which means superior
acceleration and smooth drive.
MANUAL
(TORQUE CONVERTER)
Suitable for particularly heavy tasks, such as large cranes or heavy haulage tractors or when there is difficult terrain that demands everything from the driver and the vehicle. Launching and manoeuvring are performed in a wear-free manner by the torque converter.
Robust Productivity
Axle OptionsAXLES
Astra HD9 range offers a great variety of front and rear axles configurations, in order to grant the maximum in terms of robustness and productivity in off-road conditions.
FRONT STEERED STANDARD
Axle load (kg): 8.000 | 9.000
System: 4×2, 6×4, 8×4
FRONT DRIVEN STANDARD
Axle load (kg): 8.000 | 9.000
System: 4×4, 6×6, 8×6, 8×8
FRONT DRIVEN REINFORCED
Axle load (kg): 8.000 | 9.000
System: 4×4, 6×6, 8×6, 8×8
REAR AXLE
Axle load (kg): 16.000
System: 4×2, 4×4
REAR TANDEM STANDARD
Axle load (kg): 32.000
System: 6×4, 6×6, 8×4, 8×6, 8×8
REAR TANDEM REINFORCED
Axle load (kg): 42.000 (2500/2915mm width)
System: 8×4, 8×6, 8×8
Strong and reliable
Functional
ComfortCOMFORT
The new HD9 workplace is specifically designed and optimised to match the excellent ergonomics and relaxing internal comfort with the highest functionality, in order to easily allow to face the hardest and most challenging off road missions… in perfect Astra style.
Choose your solutionsIndustries We ServeEXTREME
When the nature of your work is extreme, Astra is the answer. From the heart of your Mine to the storage site, and beyond. Going to the extreme is part of ASTRA’s history and legacy. Every vehicle is designed and built to tackle impossible missions and conditions, and proudly carries with it the mark of excellence and experience.
MINING
From the heart of the mine to the storage site and beyond
MINING
Oil and Gas
Fuels make the world go round. We help you carry them around
Oil and Gas
Heavy Construction
Large-scale infrastructure projects need to break ground
Heavy Construction
Heavy Haulage
When the going gets tough, the tough get going
Heavy Haulage
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ASTRA can design and produce a vehicle never seen before: exactly the one you need.
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Astra’s Sole Importer & Distributor in SA