No slowing down. Every load worth it.
When your business is about volume, every trip needs to count. The EX-8 Dropside gives you the space, strength, and flexibility to handle larger loads, faster turnarounds, and demanding delivery schedules with confidence.
Engine size
3.9-litre diesel
Payload capacity
5 150 kg
Max towing weight
11 000 kg
Engine size
3.9-litre diesel
Payload capacity
5 150 kg
Max towing weight
11 000 kg
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Load more. Deliver with confidence.
Powered by a 3.9-litre turbo diesel engine delivering 115 kW and 490 Nm, paired with a 6-speed manual gearbox, the EX-8 Dropside is built to handle high payload capacities while maintaining efficient fuel consumption across daily operations.
A reinforced rear axle with up to 5,100 kg capacity supports stable load handling on demanding jobs.
Delivers consistent power and torque across a wide rpm range, keeping loads moving efficiently across varied routes.
A durable synchromesh gearbox gives you precise control when carrying and unloading cargo.
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Specifications
EX-8 Dropside
Mass
| Permissible body + payload | 5 150 kg |
| Tare - total (T)* | 2 650 kg |
| GVM (kg) | 7 800 |
| V (kg) | 7 800 |
| GCM (kg) | 11 000 |
| D/T (kg) | 11 000 |
| Axle - front GA/GAU | 3 000 |
| Axle - front A/AU | 3 000 |
| Axle - rear GA/GAU | 5 100 |
| Axle - rear A/AU | 5 100 |
| *Limitations | Litres of fuel tank 1 included in tare | Litres of fuel tank 2 included in tare | Tools included in tare | Tools included in tare | Spare wheel included in tare | Fifth wheel included in tare |
Brakes
| System type | Hydraulic vacuum |
| Front brakes | Drums |
| Rear brakes | Drums |
| Park/emergency system | Internal on prop shaft |
| Exhaust brake | Standard |
| Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | Standard |
Chassis & Wheels
| Size and ply rating - front | 205/75/17.5 - 10PR |
| Make - rear | Not specified |
| Size and ply rating - rear | 205/75/17.5 - 10PR |
| Make - front | Not specified |
Cab & Extras
| Type | Day |
| Roof | Low |
| Radio | Standard |
| Tilt cab | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
| Seats | 3 |
| Overall length (mm) | 6 620 |
| Overall width (mm) | 2 100 |
| CA - cab to bogie/rear axle (mm) | 3 260 |
| Chassis width - front (mm) | 860 |
| Chassis width - rear (mm) | 860 |
| Turning cycle - curb to curb (radius) - mm | 7 500 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 3 850 |
| Load area | 4 850 mm2 |
| Payload capacity | 5 150 kg |
| Max towing weight | 11 000 kg |
Seating & Climate
| Air conditioner | Optional |
Engine & Performance
| Make | Hyundai |
| Model | D4DD |
| Layout | Diesel inline 4 |
| Type | Turbo intercooled |
| Power at r/min | 103 @2 800 |
| Torque at r/min | 373 @1 600 |
| Emissions standard | Euro 3 |
| Gradeability at V | 32.2% |
| Gradeability at D/T | 0.0% |
| Max geared road speed* | 111 km/h |
| *Limitations | Limited to 80 km/h if GVM >9 000 kg, and 100 km/h if GVM >3 500 kg and <= 9 000 kg |
| Engine sizee | 3.9-litre diesel |
| Max power | 103 kW |
| Max torque | 373 Nm |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
Clutch
| Make | No specified |
| Model | Generic 300 |
| Type | Single |
| Diameter (mm) | 300 |
| Operation | Hydraulic |
Transmission
| Make | Hyundai |
| Model | MO35S5 |
| Type | Synchromesh |
| Shift | Manual |
| No. of gears forward | 5 |
| 1st gear ratio | 5.380 |
| Top gear ratio | 0.722 |
| Final gear ratio | 5.428 |
Drive Axle
| Make | Hyundai |
| Model | Sin Red |
| Reduction type | Single |
Suspension
| Front | Semi elliptic multi leaf |
| Rear | Semi elliptic multi leaf |
| Front shock absorbers | Front & rear |
| Rear shock absorbers | Front & rear |
| Stabilisers | Front & rear |
Vehicle Overview
| Axle layout | 4x2 |
| Control | Semi-forward |
| Application | Rigid |
EX-8 Dropside A/C
Mass
| Permissible body + payload | 5 150 kg |
| Tare - total (T)* | 2 650 kg |
| GVM (kg) | 7 800 |
| V (kg) | 7 800 |
| GCM (kg) | 11 000 |
| D/T (kg) | 11 000 |
| Axle - front GA/GAU | 3 000 |
| Axle - front A/AU | 3 000 |
| Axle - rear GA/GAU | 5 100 |
| Axle - rear A/AU | 5 100 |
| *Limitations | Litres of fuel tank 1 included in tare | Litres of fuel tank 2 included in tare | Tools included in tare | Tools included in tare | Spare wheel included in tare | Fifth wheel included in tare |
Brakes
| System type | Hydraulic vacuum |
| Front brakes | Drums |
| Rear brakes | Drums |
| Park/emergency system | Internal on prop shaft |
| Exhaust brake | Standard |
| Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | Standard |
Chassis & Wheels
| Size and ply rating - front | 205/75/17.5 - 10PR |
| Make - rear | Not specified |
| Size and ply rating - rear | 205/75/17.5 - 10PR |
| Make - front | Not specified |
Cab & Extras
| Type | Day |
| Roof | Low |
| Radio | Standard |
| Tilt cab | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
| Seats | 3 |
| Overall length (mm) | 6 620 |
| Overall width (mm) | 2 100 |
| CA - cab to bogie/rear axle (mm) | 3 260 |
| Chassis width - front (mm) | 860 |
| Chassis width - rear (mm) | 860 |
| Turning cycle - curb to curb (radius) - mm | 7 500 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 3 850 |
| Load area | 4 850 mm2 |
| Payload capacity | 5 150 kg |
| Max towing weight | 11 000 kg |
Seating & Climate
| Air conditioner | Optional |
Engine & Performance
| Make | Hyundai |
| Model | D4DD |
| Layout | Diesel inline 4 |
| Type | Turbo intercooled |
| Power at r/min | 103 @2 800 |
| Torque at r/min | 373 @1 600 |
| Emissions standard | Euro 3 |
| Gradeability at V | 32.2% |
| Gradeability at D/T | 0.0% |
| Max geared road speed* | 111 km/h |
| *Limitations | Limited to 80 km/h if GVM >9 000 kg, and 100 km/h if GVM >3 500 kg and <= 9 000 kg |
| Engine sizee | 3.9-litre diesel |
| Max power | 103 kW |
| Max torque | 373 Nm |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
Clutch
| Make | No specified |
| Model | Generic 300 |
| Type | Single |
| Diameter (mm) | 300 |
| Operation | Hydraulic |
Transmission
| Make | Hyundai |
| Model | MO35S5 |
| Type | Synchromesh |
| Shift | Manual |
| No. of gears forward | 5 |
| 1st gear ratio | 5.380 |
| Top gear ratio | 0.722 |
| Final gear ratio | 5.428 |
Drive Axle
| Make | Hyundai |
| Model | Sin Red |
| Reduction type | Single |
Suspension
| Front | Semi elliptic multi leaf |
| Rear | Semi elliptic multi leaf |
| Front shock absorbers | Front & rear |
| Rear shock absorbers | Front & rear |
| Stabilisers | Front & rear |
Vehicle Overview
| Axle layout | 4x2 |
| Control | Semi-forward |
| Application | Rigid |