24 Ton MetaFlex Hydr. Suspension

Metsjö’s hook lift trailers in the MetaFlex series are developed for professional users who demand high stability, high payload capacity, low tare weight and efficient container handling. Our tractor-drawn hook lift trailers combine advanced hydraulic suspension, high transport capacity and EU type approval for modern agricultural, construction and biomass transport operations.

The MetaFlex series is engineered to perform both in the field and at high transport speeds on the road. Thanks to low tare weight, laser-aligned axles and optimized weight distribution, you achieve high payload, low fuel consumption and excellent stability even with tall containers and heavy loads.

Hook lift trailers for professional container transport

Metsjö hook lift trailers are compatible with European standard hook lift containers and can be used for:

Grain containers

Dumper containers

Biomass containers

Machinery platforms

Bale transport

Recycling

Construction transport

Bulk transport

The modular solution allows the same trailer to be used for multiple applications throughout the year, increasing utilization rate and improving overall operating economy.

MetaFlex models

MetaFlex 45

2 axles

For 4–4.5 meter containers

Approx. tare weight: 2.3 tonnes

MetaFlex 40-60

2 axles

For 4–6 meter containers

Approx. tare weight: 3.1 tonnes

MetaFlex 50-65

2 or 3 axles

For 5–6.5 meter containers

Approx. tare weight: 4.3 tonnes

MetaFlex 60-75

3 or 4 axles

For 6–8 meter containers

Telescopic tipping and hook loading – fast and powerful geometry

One of Metsjö’s greatest technical advantages is the telescopic hook loading system where telescopic tipping and loading cylinders work against each other.

This provides:

Fast tipping performance

High leverage force

Powerful hook loading capacity

Low tare weight

Efficient container handling

Unlike traditional truck-based hook lift systems, Metsjö’s geometry is specifically developed for tractor hydraulics and agricultural operating conditions.

The telescopic tower also makes the hook lift trailer:

Compact and manoeuvrable

Stable during container exchange

Capable of handling long containers

Able to adjust weight transfer to the tractor

The adjustable weight transfer improves:

Traction

Stability

Off-road capability

Safety during hook loading operations

Documented low fuel consumption and low soil compaction

Metsjö’s chassis concept has been verified in independent Swedish studies.

The studies show:

Approximately 25% lower fuel consumption compared to conventional systems

Approximately 50% lower soil compaction compared to traditional trailers

This is made possible through:

Laser-aligned axles

Low tare weight

Optimized weight distribution

Hydraulic suspension

Large wheels

Efficient geometry

Hydraulic rear safety support beam for safer hook loading

During hook loading of heavy containers, large forces occur between the tractor and trailer. Metsjö therefore uses a hydraulic rear safety support beam that can be lowered towards the ground during container exchange.

The system:

Reduces negative force on the tractor

Improves stability

Increases operational safety during container handling

Metsjö recommends keeping the safety support beam approximately 10 cm above the ground during the hook loading operation so the trailer can continue rolling. When the container reaches the rollers, the wheels compress and the support beam reaches the ground when the negative force is at its highest.

Large wheels within legal vehicle width

Metsjö’s focus on agriculture and off-road transport has resulted in a design that allows very large wheels within legal vehicle width limits.

This provides:

Lower ground pressure

Improved off-road capability

Better driving comfort

Reduced risk of getting stuck

Low chassis height for efficient hook loading

The lower a hook lift trailer is, the better the geometry becomes during container exchange operations.

Metsjö’s low chassis height provides:

More stable hook loading

More efficient container handling

Lower centre of gravity

Improved safety

Easier loading operations

Hydraulic suspension for maximum stability

One of Metsjö’s greatest technical advantages is the hydraulic suspension system featuring:

• laser-aligned axles
  
• active weight transfer
  
• angled hydraulic cylinders
  
• high roll stability at high speeds and with tall containers
  

Compared to traditional air suspension, hydraulic suspension provides more stable and predictable handling during:

• transport of tall containers
  
• heavy loads
  
• high transport speeds
  
• uneven terrain
  
• off-road operation
  

The system also contributes to:

• lower soil compaction
  
• reduced tyre wear
  
• improved tracking stability
  
• lower rolling resistance
  
• increased operational safety
  

EU type approved for 40 and 60 km/h

The MetaFlex series can be supplied with EU type approval according to Regulation (EU) 167/2013 and is available in the categories:

• R3A
• R3B

• R4A
  
• R4B
  

The hook lift trailers can be configured for:

• 40 km/h
  
• 60 km/h
  

with advanced safety systems such as:

ABS braking system

RSS Roll Stability Support

Load-sensing braking system

Steering axles

Low tare weight and high payload capacity

Metsjö hook lift trailers are engineered with focus on maximum transport efficiency. The low tare weight enables:

High legal payload

Lower fuel consumption

More transported tonnes per trip

Fewer transport cycles

MetaFlex 50-65 and MetaFlex 60-75 are available as 4-axle hook lift trailers with gross vehicle weights up to 44 tonnes depending on specification.

Designed for agriculture, construction and biomass transport

Metsjö’s 3-axle hook lift trailers are widely used within:

Agriculture

Construction

Bioenergy

Recycling

Industrial logistics

and can be equipped with:

Large flotation tyres

Hydraulic drive systems

Steering axles

Bogie lift

Radio remote control

ISOBUS control systems

Cranes

Hydraulic rear safety support beam

Swedish-built hook lift trailers

All Metsjö hook lift trailers are developed and manufactured in Sweden with focus on:

Long service life

Low operating cost

High structural strength

Advanced hydraulics

Professional heavy-duty operation

Metsjö is certified according to:

ISO 9001

ISO 3834

EU COP (Certificate of Production)

ensuring high quality and full traceability throughout the production process.