Kazakhstani clients visited Aorun's Yiwu office and connected live with the factory to hand-select a Shacman 6x4 tractor unit.

AORUN | 2026-5-25

The Shacman 6x4 tractor unit is custom-engineered specifically for the high-altitude, frigid regions of Central Asia. Its fuel system comes standard with both fuel tank heating and an electrically heated fuel-water separator, ensuring that lower-grade diesel maintains exceptional fluidity and combustion atomization efficiency even in sub-zero environments.

It is powered by a high-horsepower Weichai engine, coupled with a highly efficient, high-torque Fast transmission and heavy-duty Hande drive axles. The integration of wheel-side reduction technology not only amplifies the final output torque but also increases the minimum ground clearance of the axle housing, allowing the vehicle to traverse winter snow and rugged terrain with ease.

During a video conference held at the Yiwu Business Center, expert engineers from the Liangshan production base guided clients from Kazakhstan through a high-standard virtual inspection of the vehicle. They showcased Shacman’s renowned ultra-strong, high-tensile double-layer frame structure, as well as its multi-leaf reinforced steel spring suspension system—thereby dispelling the clients' concerns regarding potential frame deformation during long-distance, cross-border towing of fully loaded semi-trailers exceeding 50 tons.

A real-time demonstration showcased the rapid response speed of the WABCO pneumatic valve system under extreme pressure—a critical factor for ensuring the safety of heavy-duty vehicles on the long, steep downhill gradients characteristic of Central Asia.

The camera then panned inside the cab, revealing its spacious high-roof, double-bunk layout, a highly sealed air-suspension seat, and a comprehensive, thickened layer of thermal and acoustic insulation—features that garnered high praise from customers for delivering exceptional comfort during all-weather, long-haul driving.

Q: What mode of transport is used to ship vehicles from China to Almaty or Astana in Kazakhstan?

A: Typically, the "Drive-away" mode (self-driven road transport) is employed. Once the vehicles have undergone final preparation at the manufacturing plant, they are driven directly overland to the border crossings at Khorgos or Alashankou in Xinjiang. After customs clearance procedures are completed, professional foreign drivers take over to drive the vehicles across the border and deliver them directly to destinations throughout Kazakhstan.

Q: Are spare parts for Shacman heavy-duty trucks readily available in Kazakhstan?

A: Shacman is a leading brand among Chinese heavy-duty truck manufacturers in the Central Asian region. It maintains an exceptionally comprehensive network of local spare parts suppliers and service centers across key logistics hubs such as Almaty and Shymkent. Spare parts for its three core components—manufactured by Weichai and Fast—are widely available, resulting in very low barriers to maintenance and significantly reduced service costs.

Q: What trade facilitation services can your offices in Yiwu and Guangzhou provide?

A: As the "World Capital of Small Commodities," Yiwu boasts an exceptionally convenient infrastructure for international settlements and multimodal transport. Clients can visit our offices in Yiwu or Guangzhou to handle foreign exchange settlements, sign contractual documents, and review customs clearance paperwork in person, thereby avoiding the fatigue and inconvenience of traveling long distances to visit the manufacturing plants directly.