Product Overview

This used HOWO TX 8x4 dump truck is a heavy-duty tipper built for demanding mining, construction, and bulk material transport operations. Powered by the Weichai WP10H400E50 Euro 5 diesel engine delivering 400 horsepower, it is configured in left-hand drive (LHD) — the correct specification for Guinea and all West African countries that drive on the right-hand side of the road.

The HOWO TX series represents Sinotruk's flagship engineering dump truck range, built to MAN production and quality standards and engineered specifically to perform under the kind of rough, unpaved road conditions found across Guinea's mining regions, including Boké, Kindia, Labé and Nzérékoré. With a gross vehicle weight (GVW) of 31 tonnes and a reinforced 6.5-metre steel dump body, this truck delivers the payload capacity and structural durability that Guinea's bauxite, iron ore, and construction sectors demand.

All vehicles are sourced, inspected, and exported directly from China. Shipping to Guinea Conakry Port is available. Contact us at bruce@alstonmotors.com for stock availability and pricing.

Engine — Weichai WP10H400E50 Euro 5

The Weichai WP10H400E50 is a next-generation heavy-duty diesel engine developed by Weichai Power — one of China's leading engine manufacturers — specifically for 6x4 and 8x4 dump truck applications. It meets Euro 5 (Euro V) emissions standards, making it compliant with international environmental requirements and suitable for countries implementing cleaner-vehicle import policies.

Engine Key Data

• Model: Weichai WP10H400E50
• Displacement: 9.5 litres (6-cylinder inline)
• Maximum Power: 400 HP (294 kW) at 1,900 rpm
• Maximum Torque: 1,900 Nm at 1,100–1,400 rpm
• Emission Standard: Euro 5 (Euro V)
• Fuel Type: Diesel
• Cylinder Bore * Stroke: 116 mm * 150 mm

The WP10H series was designed as a direct upgrade to the earlier WP10 platform, incorporating new technological achievements in power output, fuel economy, and reliability. Weichai reports over 15,000 hours of bench testing and over 50 million kilometres of road testing for this engine family. Compared to the previous generation, the WP10H reduces the number of peripheral parts by more than 30%, lowering maintenance frequency and total cost of ownership — a critical advantage for operators in Guinea where workshop access can be limited in remote mining areas.

Full Technical Specifications

Powertrain

• Engine: Weichai WP10H400E50, 9.5L, 400HP, Euro 5
• Transmission: Sinotruk HW19712L 12-speed manual
• Drive Configuration: 8x4 (left-hand drive / LHD)
• Rear Axle Ratio: 5.26

Chassis and Body

• Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW): 31,000 kg
• Payload Capacity: approximately 15,000–15,370 kg
• Dump Body: 6.5-metre reinforced steel
• Dump Body Volume: 18–28 CBM (configuration-dependent)
• Lifting System: front hydraulic, rear discharge
• Suspension: 4/4/12 leaf spring (reinforced heavy-duty)
• Chassis: high-strength reinforced steel frame, 300mm+ section modulus

Cab

• Cab Model: HOWO TX-M / TX-F (525mm single bunk)
• Steering: left-hand drive (LHD) — correct for Guinea
• Features: power windows, ABS braking, ergonomic cockpit layout
• Safety: anti-roll structure, wide-view windscreen

Performance

• Max Speed: approximately 90 km/h
• Gradeability: suitable for steep unpaved inclines common in West African mining sites
• Turning Radius: optimised for 8x4 wheelbase

Key Features

1. Euro 5 Emissions — Export Ready

The Euro 5 Weichai WP10H400E50 engine meets international emissions standards increasingly required by African port authorities and government import regulations. Choosing a Euro 5 truck future-proofs your fleet against tightening emissions rules and improves resale value.

2. Left-Hand Drive (LHD) — Correct for Guinea

Guinea, like all West African nations in the ECOWAS region, drives on the right-hand side of the road and requires left-hand drive vehicles. This truck is correctly configured LHD from the factory — no conversion required.

3. 8x4 Drive Configuration — Maximum Load Stability

The 8x4 axle layout distributes the truck's 31-tonne gross weight across four rear axles, dramatically improving traction, stability, and load-bearing on soft, unpaved, and muddy roads — exactly the conditions found on Guinea's bauxite mine access roads and construction sites.

4. Heavy-Duty Reinforced Chassis

The TX-series chassis features a 4/4/12 leaf spring suspension system with a reinforced steel frame engineered for continuous heavy-load operations in high-impact, rough-road environments. It outperforms standard HOWO dump truck chassis in durability under overloaded conditions.

5. Low Total Cost of Ownership

The WP10H400E50 engine reduces peripheral part count by over 30% versus previous-generation Weichai engines. Combined with HOWO's established spare parts network across West Africa — including Guinea Conakry — maintenance costs and vehicle downtime are significantly lower than European or American alternatives.

Why This Truck Suits Guinea

Guinea holds the world's largest known reserves of bauxite, the primary ore used to produce aluminium. The country's mining sector — dominated by international operators in the Boké region — runs large fleets of heavy-duty dump trucks for continuous ore haulage over unpaved mine roads. The HOWO TX 8x4 400HP is purpose-built for exactly this environment.

Beyond mining, Guinea's infrastructure expansion — including road construction, dam projects, and urban development in Conakry — drives consistent demand for reliable, high-payload dump trucks. The HOWO TX 8x4's 15-tonne payload, reinforced chassis, and powerful Weichai engine make it the cost-effective choice for local contractors, government fleets, and international project operators working in Guinea.

Key advantages for Guinea-based operators:

• LHD configuration — road-legal across Guinea and all ECOWAS member states
• 8x4 traction suited to wet-season laterite and muddy mine roads
• Weichai and HOWO spare parts available in Conakry through regional distributors
• Euro 5 engine reduces fuel costs relative to older, less-efficient engines
• Competitive pricing versus equivalent European dump trucks
• Direct shipping from China to Conakry Port — typical transit: 20–30 days

How to Buy — Contact and Shipping

We supply used HOWO TX 8x4 dump trucks directly from China to Guinea and across West Africa. Every truck undergoes inspection before export. We manage all documentation including the Bill of Lading, commercial invoice, and customs declaration to support smooth clearance at Conakry Port.

To request current stock availability, pricing, condition reports, and a shipping quotation to Guinea, contact us directly:

• Company: Qingdao Alston Motors Co., Ltd
• Email: bruce@alstonmotors.com

We respond to all enquiries within 24 hours. Please include your required quantity, preferred year range, and delivery port when contacting us.