HOHAN 6x4 Dump Truck — 371HP Tipper with HOWO Parts Compatibility

What Is the HOHAN Truck?

HOHAN is a model line produced by Sinotruk, the same state-backed manufacturer behind the HOWO. Where HOWO was designed as a high-volume workhorse, HOHAN was built on a wider cab and a heavier frame — aimed at buyers who wanted more interior space and a slightly more robust structure without moving to a premium price bracket.

Because Sinotruk engineered HOHAN around the same core drivetrain components as HOWO, the two lines share engines, gearboxes, and many axle parts. That decision turns out to matter a great deal once a truck is working in Zambia, Ghana, or Tanzania, where the nearest authorised dealer may be hundreds of kilometres away. A mechanic who knows the HOWO already knows most of what is under the HOHAN bonnet.

Why Parts Commonality With HOWO Matters in Africa

Parts availability is the single most important factor in total cost of ownership for any heavy truck operating in sub-Saharan Africa or the Middle East. A truck that sits idle waiting for a specialist component costs money every day it is not moving.

The HOHAN shares the WD615 engine family and HW19710 gearbox with the HOWO range. This means:

• Filters, injectors, and gaskets for the WD615 engine are stocked by Sinotruk distributors across Nairobi, Lagos, Johannesburg, and Dubai.
• Local mechanics trained on HOWO trucks — which are common throughout East and West Africa — can service the HOHAN without additional training.
• Many smaller parts such as cabin fittings, mirrors, and wiring looms also cross over, reducing the number of unique parts a fleet owner needs to carry in stock.

For operators running mixed Sinotruk fleets, the HOHAN fits directly into an existing maintenance programme rather than requiring a separate supply chain.

The 6x4 Tipper Configuration — Where It Works

The 6x4 drive layout gives the HOHAN tipper traction from two rear axles, distributing load and grip across six contact points. This is the standard configuration for construction dump trucks throughout Africa and the Middle East, and for good reason.

On unpaved mine access roads in Zambia or Uganda, on construction sites in Iraq or the UAE, or on rural infrastructure projects in Tanzania and Ghana, a 6x4 truck maintains traction where a 4x2 would struggle. The rear bogie absorbs the uneven loads that come with quarry work, aggregate haulage, and earth-moving without concentrating stress on a single axle.

The cargo box on this unit measures 5.8 metres long by 2.55 metres wide by 1.7 metres deep — a practical size for sand, gravel, laterite, or demolition rubble. The hydraulic tipper mechanism discharges rearward, which is compatible with standard discharge bays at most quarries and construction sites across the regions we serve. The 300-litre fuel tank gives the HOHAN a useful operating range between refuelling stops.

Refurbishment and Pre-Export Inspection

Every HOHAN 6x4 dump truck we export has gone through a structured refurbishment and inspection process before it leaves China. This is not a cosmetic exercise — the purpose is to confirm the truck is mechanically sound for the work it will face after arrival.

The inspection process covers:

• Engine: WD615.47 compression check, injector condition, turbocharger, coolant system, and oil seals.
• Transmission: HW19710 gearbox gear engagement and synchromesh condition; PTO if fitted.
• Axles and brakes: Differential condition, brake lining thickness, and air system integrity across all three axles.
• Frame and tipper body: Visual and dimensional check for cracks, bent members, and hydraulic cylinder condition.
• Cab: Glass, door seals, electrics, and instrument cluster.
• Tyres: 12R22.5 tread depth checked on all positions; spare condition noted.

We provide a written condition report with each truck. If a buyer has specific concerns — for example, a particular component that is difficult to source in their country — they can request additional checks before the unit is loaded.

LHD and RHD Export — CIF to Your Port

Chinese trucks leave the factory in left-hand drive. We convert units to right-hand drive in-house for markets where RHD is required — Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, South Africa, and others. LHD units are supplied as-is for UAE, Iraq, Nigeria, Ghana, and other LHD markets.

We ship CIF (Cost, Insurance, Freight) to the destination port. This means the price we quote includes the truck, marine insurance, and sea freight to your named port — Mombasa, Lagos, Durban, Dar es Salaam, Tema, Jebel Ali, or others. You handle customs clearance at your end; we can advise on the documentation required. Typical transit times from China to East African ports run four to six weeks depending on the shipping line and routing. We provide the commercial invoice, bill of lading, packing list, and origin certificate required for import clearance.

If you are looking at a broader range of dump trucks or want to compare models before deciding, we are happy to show you what else is available from the same inspection batch.

Buyer Checklist — Questions to Ask Before You Buy

If you are importing a used HOHAN 6x4 tipper for the first time, or comparing it against a howo dump truck or a Japanese alternative, here are the practical questions that matter:

• What year is the unit? Engine hours or odometer reading, and what the service history shows.
• LHD or RHD? Confirm which is legal and practical in your operating country before purchase.
• Tipper cylinder type? Single-stage or multi-stage hydraulic; rear-tip only or also side-tip.
• Tyre condition on all positions? Including the spare. Tyres in your market are a significant replacement cost.
• Parts source in your country? Ask whether there is a Sinotruk distributor or independent WD615 parts supplier near your base. For most of East and West Africa, there is — but confirm before you commit.
• Import duties in your country? Used truck import tariffs vary significantly between Kenya, Uganda, Nigeria, South Africa, and UAE. Factor this into your landed cost calculation.

We also supply sinotruk dump trucks across the full model range — if the HOHAN does not fit your spec, tell us the payload, road conditions, and budget and we will suggest what does.