Foton Auman 8x4 Bulk Feed Truck Exporting to Colombia

Exporter: Chengli Special Automobile Co., Ltd. / CLW AUTOMOBILE GROUP CO., LTD.

Official Website: www.cn-vehicles.com

WhatsApp: +86 189 9597 9503

Export Director: Shine Wang

1. Export Case Study: Bulk Feed Delivery to Colombia

Client Profile: Delivered to Avícola Santana, a major poultry and egg producer in Colombia ("Comprometidos con tu Nutrición").

Application: Bulk transportation of poultry and livestock feed directly from feed mills to farm storage silos.

Target Destination: Shipped to Colombia via RO-RO / Breakbulk cargo to major ports including Port of Buenaventura (Pacific Coast) and Port of Cartagena (Caribbean Coast).

Custom Customization: Custom-painted tank body with high-durability anti-corrosion coating, bilingual control panels (English/Spanish), and customized safety operation graphics.

2. Technical Specifications (Foton Auman 8x4 Bulk Feed Truck)

3. Buyer Guide

Verify Silo Height & Reach: Ensure the maximum unloading height (up to 8.5 m) and horizontal auger reach fit your farm's receiving silos.

Select Multi-Compartment Configuration: Opt for 3 to 4 independent internal compartments if you need to transport different feed formulations (e.g., starter vs. grower feed) in a single trip without cross-contamination.

Choose the Right Drive Power:

• Hydraulic Motor Auger: Smooth performance, adjustable speed, low feed damage rate (Standard for heavy-duty export units).
• Electric Auger: Cost-effective for farms equipped with stable 380V shore power at unloading docks.

Confirm Local Road & Port Regulations: Ensure axle load limits and local emissions standards match Colombian Ministry of Transport regulations.

Shipping Logistics: RO-RO shipping is recommended to protect exterior mechanical paint and auger hydraulics from sea-spray corrosion.

4. Maintenance Guide

Daily Inspection:

• Check hydraulic oil tank levels and monitor for hose leaks before operating levers.
• Inspect the feed discharge outlet and top auger pivot joints for debris or residual feed buildup.

Auger System Care:

• Grease all top auger slewing ring bearings every 50 operating hours via the designated grease nipples.
• Regularly check tension and wear on hydraulic drive chains and auger flights.

Hydraulic System Maintenance:

• Change hydraulic oil and suction filters after the first 100 operating hours, then every 1,000 hours (or annually).
• Always idle the engine when engaging/disengaging the Power Take-Off (PTO).

Tank Cleaning:

• Keep tank compartments dry. Moisture causes feed clumps, which jam the bottom screw augers and increase system strain.

5. Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: How does the unloading system work on this bulk feed truck?

A: The engine PTO drives a hydraulic pump, supplying power to hydraulic motors that turn three screw augers (bottom feed auger, vertical elevator auger, and top discharge auger). The feed is pushed from the tank up to the top rotatable pipe into the silo.

Q2: Can one truck transport multiple types of animal feed simultaneously?

A: Yes. The tank is divided into multiple independent compartments, each with its own bottom discharge gate, allowing different feed types to be delivered in one journey.

Q3: Does the top discharge auger rotate?

A: Yes, the top unloading auger rotates 180^circ horizontally and elevates vertically, allowing precise alignment with different farm silos.

Q4: What is the average unloading time for a full load?

A: With an unloading rate of ge 550 kg/min, a full 30-ton load typically unloads in under 60 minutes.

Q5: Are the operating instructions available in Spanish?

A: Yes, all exported units to Latin America feature Spanish and English operation diagrams and warning labels inside the control box.

Q6: Can this vehicle handle pelletized feed without crushing the pellets?

A: Yes. The hydraulic auger speed and clearances are optimized to transport both mash and pellet feed with a pellet breakage rate of less than 1%.

Q7: How is the vehicle shipped to Colombia?

A: Vehicles are shipped via RO-RO (Roll-on/Roll-off) or Flat Rack containers to ports like Buenaventura or Cartagena, fully prepped with anti-corrosion wax coatings.

Q8: What chassis options are available besides Foton Auman?

A: We offer custom builds on HOWO, Shacman, Dongfeng, FAW, and ISUZU chassis depending on market preference and regional emission standards.

Q9: What warranty is provided with the truck?

A: We provide a 1-year (or 30,000 km) warranty covering main structural components, tank welds, and the hydraulic unloading system.

Q10: How do I order replacement hydraulic parts or auger components?

A: Contact Shine Wang via WhatsApp (+86 189 9597 9503) or email with your truck VIN. Spare parts are dispatched internationally via DHL/FedEx or fast sea freight.