The trucks of the demanding Dakar rally compete loaded with spare parts and spare parts

The T4 traction trucks are the kings of the desert, authentic masses conceived to adapt to the most abrupt and demanding routes that exist. But as soon as the side panels are raised, it is discovered that the vehicle has nothing to do with its freight transport brothers, because it does not have a box itself. It's just the chassis and the essential elements to be able to compete at more than 160 kilometers per hour on impassable paths, fording rivers, crossing dunes or climbing mountains.

The rest of a Dakar-type truck is also very, very special, starting with its power, which reaches up to 1,200 CV. As all the load of spare parts goes behind, the front axle is freer which allows the vehicle to overcome obstacles better, because it has a greater suspension travel. In addition, it is essential that the entire structure is built with very light materials, which does not prevent the final weight of the car from moving between 9 and 11 tons.

One of the things that is never lacking in the interior of these vehicles (which weigh about 10 tons) is a copious assortment of spare parts and spare parts, almost as complete as that of an urban store. The Dakar trucks (such as those of the Kamaz brand) are equipped with fire extinguishers, metal plates to help unclog the wheels when they get stuck in the sand, diesel tanks and various boxes with all kinds of spare parts, from suspension elements, cushioning and tires to a few extra propellers. Without forgetting the tools, the straps, and the compressed air cylinders to inflate the tires in the middle of the race. All these spare parts and essential spare parts in the event of an emergency repair, are located as far back as possible, as if they were the load, because this is specified in the competition regulations. 

The gas cylinders The compressed air carried by the ultra-trucks that compete in the Dakar is also useful for the standard trucks that circulate on our roads. To be able to use them, it is essential to have a digital inflation gun, like the one that is now on sale at recambiosdelcamion.com. The product has a pressure capacity of up to 12 bars and can be purchased at a discount of 35. The inflation and deflation gun is equipped with a digital LCD screen and works with batteries.