A client from Kenya visited Aorun’s new truck facility and conducted a detailed comparison of the Howo 6x4 chassis before finalizing an order for two high-quality used dump trucks.

A Kenyan client visited Aorun’s Liangshan factory and, with the assistance of a technical engineer specializing in foreign trade, conducted a rigorous comparative evaluation between new and used chassis. The client first examined the integrated, double-layer stamped side rails of a brand-new Howo chassis; subsequently, they moved to the used-vehicle reconditioning area to inspect the 8+8mm high-strength alloy steel side rails of a selected used chassis using professional measuring tools. The on-site inspection confirmed that, following Aorun’s shot-blasting and non-destructive testing processes, the used side rails retained excellent physical fatigue-stress limits, showing no signs of deformation or cracking.

On-site, the engineer performed a cold start, valve clearance calibration, and a pressure-retention test on the spring-actuated parking brake system of the used Howo chassis, which is powered by the classic mechanically controlled WD615 engine. The chassis's powertrain and power take-off (PTO) demonstrated responsive operation, and the transmission offered crisp gear engagement; furthermore, the 16-ton cast-steel, dual-stage reduction drive axles on the rear tandem assembly showed no signs of abnormal gear wear.

Although the Aorun units were supplied as pre-owned vehicles, they were newly fitted with high-tensile engineering-grade cargo bodies; the side panels feature a dense array of rectangular reinforcing ribs designed to rapidly dissipate the concentrated impact forces of falling large rocks, making them perfectly suited for the demanding excavation conditions involving hard soil and rock found in East Africa.

Q: Are genuine spare parts for the HOWO 6x4 dump truck easily available locally in Kenya for routine maintenance?

A: HOWO is a flagship brand of Chinese heavy-duty trucks, boasting a massive fleet and high market recognition across East Africa, including Kenya. In the heavy-duty truck parts districts of Nairobi, Mombasa, and along major transport arteries, consumables—such as filters for the WD615 mechanical engine, drive belts, vehicle lighting, brake pads, air compressor lines, and fuel injectors—are readily available at local parts shops. Local mechanics are intimately familiar with this chassis architecture, making independent maintenance straightforward and accessible. Additionally, Aorun provides a complimentary emergency kit with every vehicle, containing genuine, frequently replaced parts such as high-turnover filters and seals.