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It's not going to meet Euro 5 or CARB standard out of the box, so if you're shippng to the EU or California, you'll need to factor in the cost and lead time for an engine swap or an aftermarket catalytic converter setup (usually 2-4 weeks for the conversion kit). We mostly move these to Southeast Asia, Africa, and parts of South America where emission rules are more relaxed, but we've done a handful of EU-bound orders with mods arranged on the buyer's side. Still works fine for moving 550kg of goods without the price tag of a factory-clean four-wheeler.
For a US buyer, the engine's 11.5kw peak and 19.0N.m torque are enough for flat farm roads and light off-road hauling — just don't expect freeway-legal speeds. Front and rear drum brakes, a 40x80mm keel frame, and a 7-leaf spring rear suspension mean you can load up the 1600x1250mm bed without worrying about frame tweaks. 4.5-12 tires on a 2100mm wheelbase give it decent stability at low speeds, but ground clearance is only 160mm, so muddy ruts aren't its friend.
Here's a concrete detail from handling these: the 250cc single-cylinder is a kickstarter, not electric start, so you'll want to keep battery for the lights topped off — it's a dead weight otherwise. Fuel tank is 13L, which is good for about 100km of loaded driving, but you'll be filling up often if you're running it all day. Double front shocks absorb the cab bounce pretty well for a three-wheeler, but the ride is still choppy on washboard dirt roads.
Also, the transmission is 5 forward plus 1 reverse — and you actually use reverse a lot when maneuvering a 2950mm-long vehicle in tight loading docks. MOQ is usually 5 units for a single order, but we can do a mixed container with different specs (watercooled option, bigger tires, whatever) if you're stocking retail. COA with engine spec numbers is included on every unit, but you'll need to request SDS documentation seprately if your import broker requires it.
Import paperwork-wise, this is classified under HS code 8711.60 for gasoline-powered three-wheelers, and our company can provide CE, ISO 9001, and CCC certificates with each shipment. But check with your customs agent — some EU ports ask for a separate type-approval document if the vehicle isn't plated for road use, even as a cargo trike. Orders typically ship form Ningbo in 20 days or so after deposit confirmation, give or take 3 days if the factory is backed up on watercooled builds.
We typically require a minimum order of 10 units for this model, but we can be flexible depending on your location and shipping needs.
Yes, it comes with ISO 9001:2000, CE, and CCC certifications, so you're covered for quality and safety standards in most markets.
The water-cooled system is optional, and it adds a bit to the cost—usually around 10-15% more—but it's great for heavy loads or hot climates.
For a standard order of 10-20 units, lead time is about 25-30 days after deposit. Custom colors or specs might add a week or two.
We ship it in a knocked-down kit in a wooden crate to save on freight. The cargo bed is 1600×1250mm standard, but we can adjust dimensions for bulk orders—just let us know your needs.
