HOWO NX 6x4 Dump Truck — Inspected, Refurbished, Ready to Work

What Makes the HOWO NX Different from the Standard HOWO Tipper

HOWO has built its reputation on one thing: a tough, simple driveline that mechanics in Kampala, Lagos, Lusaka and Jeddah already know how to fix. The NX model keeps that driveline intact — same WD615.47 engine, same proven axle and gearbox family — but replaces the older A7-era cab with a wider, more modern shell. The result is better driver visibility, improved cab insulation, and a slightly more spacious interior, which matters when a driver is covering 400 km of rough road in a single shift.

From a buyer's perspective, the practical difference is comfort and resale perception. The mechanical risk profile is identical to any HOWO dump truck you may already operate. Parts — engine seals, fuel injectors, clutch plates, cab glass — are interchangeable across a wide HOWO production window, which keeps your maintenance cost predictable.

Engine and Drivetrain: WD615.47 371HP

The WD615.47 is a six-cylinder diesel rated at 371 HP. It was designed for continuous heavy-load operation in high ambient temperatures — exactly the conditions in sub-Saharan Africa and the Gulf region. The engine is direct-injection with a mechanical fuel pump, meaning a local diesel mechanic can service it without specialist diagnostic equipment.

The HW19710 10-speed transmission gives the driver fine control over pulling power on loose surfaces — gravel quarry roads, unpaved mining haul routes, muddy construction sites. Paired with the 6x4 drive configuration (two driven rear axles, ten wheels on the ground), the truck maintains traction where a 4x2 unit would spin or sink. For buyers comparing against a HOWO 371 in an older cab, the NX offers the same output with a more modern operator environment. Fuel capacity is 300 litres — a practical range buffer for routes where filling stations are spaced far apart, common in East and Central Africa.

Tipper Body and Payload: Built for Construction and Aggregate

The standard cargo box on the HOWO NX 6x4 measures 5.8 metres long, 2.5 metres wide and 1.7 metres deep. That volume suits crushed stone, sand, earth, demolition rubble and municipal fill. The box is hydraulic-tipped from the rear, operated from inside the cab.

As part of our refurbishment process, we inspect the hydraulic ram seals, the tipping cylinder mounting points and the tailgate locking mechanism. A tipper body that leaks hydraulic fluid or drops its tailgate mid-transit is a safety liability — we check these before a truck leaves our yard, not after it arrives at your port. Buyers looking at a broader range of configurations may also want to review our full dump trucks inventory, which covers additional axle arrangements and payload classes.

Inspection and Refurbishment Process

Every HOWO NX 6x4 we sell goes through a documented inspection before it is offered for sale. Our checklist covers:

• Engine — compression test, oil consumption check, injector condition, cooling system pressure test
• Transmission and axles — gear engagement across all 10 speeds, differential oil condition, hub bearing play
• Brakes — air brake system pressure, slack adjuster travel, drum and lining thickness
• Tipper hydraulics — full cycle under load, ram seals, pump output pressure
• Cab and electrics — lights, dashboard instrumentation, door seals, windscreen condition
• Frame and chassis — visual inspection for cracks at stress points, cross-member condition

We provide inspection photos with every unit. If you want a third-party inspector at our yard before shipment, we will accommodate that — we have nothing to hide and we understand that buying a used truck from overseas requires trust.

LHD and RHD — Export to Africa and the Middle East

Traffic drives on the left in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, South Africa and Zimbabwe — these markets require right-hand drive (RHD). Traffic drives on the right in Nigeria, Ghana, Egypt, Iraq and the UAE — these markets take left-hand drive (LHD). We stock and source both configurations and can confirm drivetrain and cab specification before you commit to a purchase.

We export CIF to major ports including Mombasa, Dar es Salaam, Durban, Lagos, Tema, Port Sudan, Jebel Ali and Basra. CIF means we handle freight booking, marine insurance and the bill of lading — you clear customs at your end. We have shipped to over 40 countries and can advise on port-specific documentation requirements (single window, pre-shipment inspection certificates, fumigation) if your country requires them. The HOWO NX sits within the same product family as the HOWO NX tractor unit — if your operation requires both a tipper and a tractor-trailer, we can source matching specification units to simplify your parts holding.

Parts Availability and Running Costs

The WD615.47 engine has been in continuous production and wide distribution since the early 2000s. In most African capitals and Gulf cities there is at least one aftermarket supplier stocking filters, belts, injectors and gasket sets. Chinese spare parts are widely available at significantly lower cost than equivalent European or Japanese heavy truck parts — this is one of the primary reasons fleet operators in Nigeria, Uganda, South Africa and Iraq continue to buy HOWO equipment.

Compared to Isuzu, Hino or Fuso, HOWO engine parts typically cost 30–60% less for common service items. Compared to European makes (Volvo, Mercedes, MAN), the gap is wider still. For operators running five or more units, the maintenance cost difference compounds quickly over a three-year operating period. The 12R22.5 tyre size is a global standard fitment available from Chinese, Korean and Indian manufacturers at competitive prices across all our target markets.