Thompsons 18T Tipper Lorry - KY73 JYA

Thompsons 18T Tipper Lorry

11927kms, MOT Nov 26, Automatic Gearbox, Electric Easy Sheet, Spring Assisted Drop side.

The Thompsons 18T Tipper Lorry, built on the reliable Volvo FL250 4x2 rigid chassis, is a heavy-duty, high-performance tipping vehicle engineered to deliver consistent productivity and durability across a wide range of demanding applications—from aggregate transport and waste handling to construction and highway maintenance.

Dawsongroup offer both hire and purchasing with all of our vehicles and as a matter of fact are able to also offer financing too.

At the heart of this tipper is a powerful and efficient Volvo FL250 powertrain, paired with a smooth automatic transmission and a 3900mm wheelbase, delivering the perfect balance between manoeuvrability and stability. The Day Cab, complete with steel spring-assisted sides, offers exceptional comfort for operators, especially during long hours on site or on the road. It includes air-conditioning, an air-suspended driver’s seat, tinted glass, cruise control, and electrically heated main and wide-angle mirrors, ensuring maximum driver comfort, visibility, and control in all conditions.

The rugged Thompsons Steel Workmaster body is designed with strength and versatility in mind. Constructed from high-quality steel and finished in a bold black livery, this body features double-skinned steel dropsides that provide controlled lowering and effortless lifting, promoting both operational safety and ease of use. The structure includes fixed front and rear posts with removable centre posts, allowing for flexible loading configurations depending on job requirements. A manual pull tarp sheeting system, made with black lumite and fitted with flaps, offers practical, easy-to-operate load coverage, protecting materials in transit.

Heavy-duty Binotto TFC107 tipping gear ensures efficient, reliable tipping performance, while a robust body prop adds an extra layer of operational safety during maintenance or inspections. Supporting equipment includes a heavy-duty zinc-plated toolbox measuring 700mm (H) x 600mm (D) x 700mm (L), providing secure storage for tools and site essentials.

For towing applications, the vehicle is fitted with standard towing equipment, including a 3.5T removable pin, fixed ball, and 13-pin electrics, enhancing its versatility across various site and fleet operations.

Safety and compliance are key priorities in this build. The vehicle comes fully equipped with:

• Rear view camera and monitor

• Reversing camera

• Side scan safety system for vulnerable road user detection

• Twin strobe beacons (2 front and 2 rear) for enhanced visibility

• Chapter 8 chevron markings for roadside work

• Full conspicuity marking (yellow on the sides, red on the rear)

• Adjustable headlights

• ASM lighting system

• Body raised warning light to alert the driver when the body is elevated

Practical features such as a shovel and rack, full body insulation, and a strong body structure built for intense, daily use ensure this tipper is both operator-friendly and site-ready from day one.

Whether you’re operating in urban environments, construction zones, or industrial applications, the Thompsons 18T Tipper Lorry offers the durability, safety, and performance to meet the challenges of modern fleet operations—backed by the trusted engineering of Volvo and the specialist body-building excellence of Thompsons.