2017 EURO 6 6X2 NARROW TRACK 14N OLYMPUS BODY 23 TONNER DIRECT COUNCIL Make of Body: OLYMPUS 14N TERBERG
As far as the UK is concerned, the 6×2, 26 tonne refuse truck is the most popular weight for this type of municipal operation. Due to the heavyweight nature of the refuse bodies, including the lifts and the compactors, operating at lower gross vehicle weights means more frequent returns to the waste station to unload. The 26 tonners are therefore much more efficient and should be chosen above an 18 tonner unless the access to the roads and premises is so tight that the larger truck will not fit through.
Check that the 26 tonne bin lorry you are considering has rear steer capability as this adds to the manoeuvrability and makes it possible to get the truck into tighter spots for its refuse collection duties.