Exterior vs Interior Comparison
In terms of appearance, the Auman Kunlun has a body height of 3.85 meters. It adopts a flat‑roof cab with a high‑roof option, suitable for mining operation scenarios with no height restrictions. The Sinotruk Howo TS features a body height of only 3.45 meters, delivering better passability on common height‑restricted urban roads and meeting the demands of urban muck transportation.
In terms of interiors, both vehicles feature a semi‑berth cab with a rated passenger capacity of 2 people. The Auman Kunlun offers an optional high‑roof cab with reserved resting space, suitable for users with long single‑trip operation hours. The Sinotruk Howo‑TS adopts a practical‑oriented interior layout, with easily‑reachable operation buttons, making it ideal for high‑frequency short‑haul transportation scenarios.
Powertrain Comparison
In terms of power, the Auman Kunlun is equipped with a TeBaiJia motor delivering a peak power of 500 kW. It is mated with a 6‑speed AMT gearbox and a rear axle with a large speed ratio of 6.73. Featuring low‑speed and high‑torque output characteristics, it is suitable for heavy‑load climbing scenarios. Its factory‑rated range of 200 km meets the demands of short‑haul operations on fixed routes.
The Sinotruk Howo‑TS adopts a hybrid system consisting of the Sinotruk MC07H.35‑61 engine and an electric motor, with a peak power of 600 kW. It is mated to a Sinotruk 6‑speed AMT transmission, eliminating range‑anxiety and meeting the requirements for cross‑regional operations.
In terms of load‑bearing capacity, both vehicles have a gross mass of 31 tons and adopt 12.00R20 18PR tires, delivering excellent reliability under heavy‑load conditions.
The Foton Auman Kunlun has a curb weight of 24.5 tons and a rated load capacity of 6.37 tons, delivering stronger compliant cargo‑carrying capability and being suitable for heavy‑cargo transportation. The Sinotruk Howo TS has a curb weight of 25.2 tons and a rated load capacity of 5.67 tons, which can also meet the demands of conventional engineering transportation.
Comparison Table of Application Scenarios
The star‑rating criteria are based on the range, power and off‑road performance parameters of the two vehicles. The Auman Kunlun with a 200‑km range is suitable for operations on fixed routes with lower electricity costs. The Howo TS Hybrid has no range restrictions and meets the demands of flexible cross‑regional transportation. Both vehicles feature ample power reserves and are compatible with heavy‑load operating conditions in mountainous areas.
Summary
Both of the two 8X4 dump heavy‑duty trucks meet the requirements for compliant heavy‑haul transportation. Users may make selections based on their actual operation routes. For fixed‑route operations with convenient energy replenishment, choose the Auman Kunlun pure‑electric version for lower operating costs. For flexible‑route operations with concerns over range anxiety, opt for the CNHTC Howo TS hybrid version, which supports a broader range of application scenarios.
