SPECIALISED TRANSPORT Ӏ SECTOR REPORT
A new option on the Nooteboom MWT-XXL is adjustable hooks that clamp the tower at the base. These enable the safe loading and transport of tower sections with flanges that are thicker, thinner, or significantly different in shape without the need for additional tools. The latest MWT-XXL comes
with a 2.84m wide self-steered dolly as standard, although Nooteboom can also supply the MWT for smaller diameters with a 2.55m wide self-steered dolly. This narrower dolly takes up
less road space and remains under the legally permissible vehicle width when empty, which is advantageous for obtaining permits in several European countries.
NEXT GENERATION The other wind offering from Nooteboom is the four-times extendable Super Wing Carrier XL (SWC-XL). This is specially designed for transporting the latest wind turbine rotor blades that exceed 85 metres in length; the extremely long trailer represents the next generation of Super Wing Carrier. New technologies include the Nooteboom-patented ‘Wing Shaped Beam’ which allows the transport height behind the gooseneck, where the root end of the rotor blade is loaded, to remain extra low.
Due to the increasing weight of
ever-longer rotor blades, the front of the trailer is equipped with a two-axle Jeep dolly suitable for an 8×4 truck. The rear has four pendulum axle lines. The loading floor behind the gooseneck can be extended in multiple stages to over 75 metres in length. With additional filling plates the driver can adjust the vertical curve of the unloaded trailer to match the wing’s shape to give an optimal balance between ground clearance and transport height.
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As the longer rotor blades are heavier and higher at the root end, stability again played a crucial role in the SWC-XL’s design. By integrating the steering system into the Jeep dolly chassis instead of into the gooseneck, additional stability has been achieved at the front. The extremely torsion-resistant chassis beams and the 2,840mm wide axle bogie at the rear also increase stability. The free rotating Jeep dolly and the large 60 degree steering angle of the pendulum axles make the trailer highly manoeuvrable, and with the 1,600mm gooseneck stroke and the 600mm stroke of the rear pendulum axles even large obstacles can be overcome, says Nooteboom. The entire side protection
is foldable, which improves manoeuvrability in tight corners. A major advantage of the Super
Wing Carrier XL compared to rotor blade transport with a self-steered dolly is the significantly shorter loading and unloading time and ease of operation, says Nooteboom. All system lines between
the front and rear of the trailer are mounted inside the chassis beams for greater protection and automatically adjust to the extended trailer length. When the Super Wing Carrier XL is empty, the entire Jeep dolly can be lifted using the gooseneck, making retraction quick and easy.
The trailer can be easily adapted
to different rotor blade lengths and support distances. The rotor blade does not need to be transferred to separate transport frames first but can be loaded directly onto the Super Wing Carrier XL. Transporting rotor blades with the Nooteboom Super Wing Carrier XL prevents various unwanted forces on rotor blades that typically occur with self- steered dolly transport. This enhances safety, extends the wind turbine’s lifespan, and prevents premature repair and warranty costs. The 1,510mm axle spacing simplifies obtaining a 12-tonne per axle exemption across Europe. As we can see from the
above, Bauma 2025 showcased the specialised transport industry’s accelerating shift toward sustainability, flexibility, and performance. From electric powerpacks to groundbreaking modular trailers and advanced wind turbine transport systems, manufacturers demonstrated how innovation is addressing both environmental imperatives and the increasing scale of logistical challenges. Whether through reduced emissions, enhanced load capacities, or streamlined operations, these developments underscore a clear industry trajectory: smarter, cleaner, and more adaptable solutions that are setting new benchmarks in specialised transport.
Nooteboom’s
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