[NICOLAS transport solutions

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 [The company and its history...
Design of vehicle for the handling
of Ariane rocket components.
Company Winner of the NICOLAS acquired by
founded Export Awards Senator Otto Rettenmaier.
1855 1974 1994

1969 1989 2000

New headquarters located in First Hyspec Design and fabrication of
Champs-sur-Yonne. transport system: vehicles for the transport
Development of modular Self-propelled modular of the A380 aircraft
vehicles with pendelum axles transporter with electronic
for heavy-goods transport. multi-directional steering

Exceptional transportation made simple and safe

NICOLAS Industrie, a French company founded construction of special vehicles for road or site
in 1855 and based at Champs-sur-Yonne, a few transport. For over 150 years, NICOLAS techno-
kilometres from Auxerre in Burgundy, is dedi- logy has delivered high-quality reliable results,
cated to the development and production of with long life expectancy. With 200 employees,
heavy-duty transporters, haulage vehicles and NICOLAS can offer either a standard or tailor-
environmental landscaping equipment. made solution to your transportation or handling
Challenges such as oversized wind turbine needs. Our worldwide operations are comple-
elements, transformers and turbines and even mented by an organised and reactive after-sales
oil and gas platforms weighing more than service. We also offer our clients remote and local
15,000 tons are routine in the development and technical support at short notice.

2.1 2.2

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Development of World Record: World Record:
MHD and MDED Tractomas TR 10x10: largest automatic
modular ranges largest tractor in the world Reel Carrier - 415 tonnes
2002 2005 2011

2004 2008 2012

Development of Development of the new 500 tonnes
Dollyneck semi-trailer for the SPE modular range with Reel Carrier
transport of TP machinery electronic multi-directional
steering

Worldwide Number 1 for transport and handling vehicles

NICOLAS Industrie, along with its German
sister companies SCHEUERLE and KAMAG
is part of the TII Group (Transporter Industry
International). The TII Group is the worldwide
leader in developing and manufacturing vehi-
cles for transportation and heavy-duty handling
and is part of the business empire of entrepreneur
Senator E.h. Otto Rettenmaier, Heilbronn.

Senator E.h. Otto Rettenmaier

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 [Superflex
- The industrial load specialist

4.1

Superflex is the perfect solution for the road The telescopic platform effectively reduces the
transport of industrial loads thanks to its judi- convoy length in the event of empty return
cious mix of modular and compact vehicles. In journeys. Furthermore, the inclusion of
essence, Superflex, developed by NICOLAS and shiftable axle lines allows flexible loa-
SCHEUERLE, associates a robust chassis, strong ding thanks to its even load distribution.
suspension and a steering angle of 60°. The Superflex is simple to use, allowing the
chassis is designed to accept highly semi-trailer to be quickly deployed. This results in
concentrated loads due to its platform length. a significant time saving for better productivity.
This allows the transport of long loads whilst
maintaining excellent manoeuvrability.

Advantages
• 2 shiftable axle lines available, to optimize
the vehicle according to the COG of the load
• Strong main beam for better load
concentration
• High number of lashing rings with a slewing
angle of 270°
• Numerous plug sockets for hand lamp and
additional lightening
4.2

Technical Data
Platform height in drive position 1,000 mm
Platform height in lowered position 865 mm
Length of platform, up to 28,200 mm
Axle load (at 10km/h) 14,000 kg
Tyres 245/70 R17.5, single tyre
Steering angle 60°
Total lifting 650 mm (+515 / –135)
Suspension Hydraulic

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[EuroCompact
- Compact and economical

5.1

This compact semi-trailer sets itself apart thanks construction, giving the EuroCompact the best
to several technical highlights. The advantages dead weight to payload ratio of its class.
for drivers include its possible driving speed, Furthermore, the compact construction allows a
simplicity of use, and efficiency in a sector higher loading length with no increase in trai-
demanding exceptional vehicles. The ler length. The steering angles of 65° for the front
EuroCompact family offers a large selection of axle and 60° for the rear to enhanced overall
compact dollys, dolly trailers and platform trai- manoeuvrability.
lers with wide boom recess in different numbers
of axle lines and permissible axle loads. Payload
is increased thanks to its robust yet lightweight

Advantages
• Extreme compact
• Wide boom recess of 900 mm/1,135 mm
• Standard tyres 245/70 R17.5 5.2
• High manoeuvrability
• Solid design for a long life time • Low maintenance costs
• Easy and safe handling • Optimized components combinable
• Certified lashing rings to multi variability
• Minimal weight for maximal payload • Full integrated electric PPU available
• Also available with 285/70-R19.5 tyres

Technical Data
Front Platform height in drive position 1,230 mm
Rear Platform height in drive position 1,060 mm
Width 2,540 mm / 2,750 mm
Axle load (at 80km/h) 12,000 kg / 13,400 kg
Rear trailer unit boom recess, Width 900 mm / 1,135 mm
Platform height (boom recess) 550 mm
Tyres 245/70 R17.5 and
285/70 R19.5
Steering angle 65° / 60°
Total lifting 650 mm 5
 [MDEL / MDEL R
- Versatile modular transportation

6.1

The NICOLAS MDEL (Modular Europe Light) quick and simple logistic operations. Accessories
series of modules offers versatile transport solu- such as bolsters allow the transport of long loads
tions for all activities linked to heavy-duty trans- as well as concrete beams or tanks. All elements
port: construction work, industrial loads, wind-mill are designed with the demands of haulage in
parts, etc. A tailor-made deck allows the transport mind. Easy to drive, the NICOLAS MDEL is equally
of plant machines: low loader, extra-low loader, adept on-site, managing the demands of
narrow, wide, with gunwales, telescopic, with heavy-duty handling in 2 or 4 file confi-
extensions. The platform can be delivered in the guration. More highly concentrated loads
standard version or designed for special require- can be transported with the specially rein-
ments as necessary. All windmill parts, towers, bla- forced MDEL R, whose load concentration
des and nacelles can be transported using special has been increased by 30% compared to the
adaptors, platforms or beams designed to ensure standard MDEL.

6.2 6.3

Advantages
• Versatile • Best payload ratio
• Highest axle compensation on the market • Easy handling
• Steering angle of 60° • High loading concentration possible

Technical Data
Axle load (at 15 km/h) 20,000 kg
Width 2,740 mm
Total lifting 680 mm
Tyres 285/70 R19.5 single tyre
6 Axle base 1,400 mm
[MDI / MDELI
- Adapted to local regulations

7.1

The MDI / MDELI modular ranges (Modular Italy and MDELI semi-trailers are very versatile,
/ Modular Europe Light Italy) were initially desig- having also a multitude of decks and adaptor
ned to meet the requirements of our Italian and options.
Spanish customers. Like the NICOLAS MDELI
series, these two ranges are versatile solutions
for all haulage-related activities. The MDI range
has been specially designed with an extra-low
platform, allowing special transports, for
example of tramway trains. Its 2,540 mm width
makes it even more manoeuvrable. Lower and
more narrow or with extended axle base, MDI

7.2

Advantages
• Versatile
• Width 2,540 mm or 2,740 mm
7.3 • Adapted to regulations of the Italian
and Spanish market

Technical Data
MDI MDELI
Axle load (at 10 km/h) 20,000 kg Axle load (at 15 km/h) 20,000 kg
Width 2,540 mm Width 2,740 mm
Platform height in drive position 1,000 mm Total lifting 680 mm
Total lifting 640 mm Tyres 285/70 R 19.5
Tyres 245/70 R17.5 single tyre
single tyre Axle base 1,550 mm
Axle base 1,510 mm 7
 [MDE/ MDED/
MDE SP/ MDED SP

8.1

8.2 8.3

The key feature of the MDE and MDED (Modu- file combinations, as well as semi-trailers. They
lar Export / Modular Export Steered) ranges – can be coupled to motorised modules and po-
the best dead weight to payload capacity ratio, wer pack units, resulting in self-propelled trailers
means that it is suited to heavy goods transport for handling on site. Historically the MDE ran-
and heavy-duty handling on site. A large number ge is the most widely used module worldwide.
of accessories allow to configurate 2, 3, and 4

Advantages
• Minimal weight for maximal payload
• Multiple combinations possible
(self-propelled and pulled platform trailers...)
• Simple to configure and use

8.4

Technical Data
Axle load (at 5 km/h) 28,000 / 34,000 kg
Platform height 1,075 / 1,080 mm
Width 3,000 mm
Total lifting 650 mm
Tyres 7.50 R15 / 215/75 R17.5 twin tyre
Axle base 1,550 mm
8 Steering angle 55°
[FLAT MDE
- The lowest platform height on the market

9.1

The NICOLAS FLAT MDE range is ideally suited excellent manoeuvrability, when transporting
to transport high loads (for example tramways) very long loads. The FLAT MDE, like all our
thanks to its low loading platform – the lowest modular transporters, is multifunctional thanks
on the heavy modular market at 710 mm in the to the variety of complementary accessories
lowered position and 1,010 mm in the driving available.
position. Its 2,900 mm width ensures

Advantages
• Lowest platform height on the modular
transporter market
• Integrated chassis rails
• Compatible with MDE and MDED series
9.2

Technical Data
Platform height in lowered position 710 mm
Axle load (at 15 km/h) 20,000 kg
Width 2,900 mm
Total lifting 650 mm
Tyres 205/65 R17.5 twin tyre
Axle base 1,550 mm
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 [MHD - Durability at your service

10.1

NICOLAS MHD (Modular Heavy Duty) series configured as trailer or semi-trailer and as 2, 3
offers the best dead weight to loading or 4 file combination. Several accessories are
concentration ratio on the market. Its chassis available to further increase its flexibility, for
has been dimensioned to accept extremely con- example, a vehicle of decks, adaptors, bolsters,
centrated loads. Thanks to its platform height of etc., standard or designed according to the
845 mm in the lowered position it is even more customers‘ specific needs.
versatile. For road transport, the MHD can be

Advantages
• High loading concentration
• Platform height 845 mm (in lowered position)
• Fast to configure
• Easy handling

Technical Data 10.2

Platform height loaded in drive position 1,170 mm

Axle load (at 1 km/h) 36,000 kg
Width 3,000 mm
Total lifting 650 mm
Tyres 215/75 R17.5 twin tyre
Axle base 1,550 mm
10 Steering Angle 55°
[MHD G2 - The heavy load professional

11.1

Today‘s vehicles need to constantly improve used equally well on the road as on site. Loading
to meet new challenges. Loads are continually capacity and concentration have both been
becoming heavier and more concentrated. With improved.
this in mind NICOLAS has evolved the MHD G2
modular range, whilst maintaining the trade-
mark NICOLAS versatility and improving the
technical specification for vehicles that can be

Advantages
• 10% increase in loading concentration
• Platform height 845 mm (in lowered position)
• Fast to configure
• Easy handling 11.2
• Compatible to the existing MHD

Technical Data
Platform height loaded in drive position 1,170 mm
Axle load (10 km/h) 40,000 kg and 46,000* kg
Width 3,000 mm
Total lifting 650 mm
Tyres 215/75 R17.5 twin tyre
Axle base 1,550 mm
Steering Angle 55° 11
* Subject to approval of transport conditions by NICOLAS Industrie
 [MHD SP - Heavy Duty Self-Propelled Modules

12.1

MHD SP (Heavy Duty Self-Propelled Modular) range , several configurations are possible: 2, 3
modular vehicles are equally well suited and 4 file combinations As well as individual mo-
also for on-site operations. That means, du- dular transporters which can be randomly cou-
ring a heavy goods road transport, the pled, mechanically coupled or arranged in loose
combination can be replaced by one or more coupling mode.The control technology hereby en-
motorised modules accompanied by power units. sures synchronous control of all transporter units.
Thanks to the flexibility of the NICOLAS MHD

Advantages
• Platform height 845 mm (in lowered position)
• High manoeuvrability
• High loading concentration

Technical Data 12.2

Platform height loaded in drive position 1,170 mm

Axle load (at 1/0,5 km/h) 36,000 / 40,000* kg
Width 3,000 mm
Total lifting 650 mm
Tyres 215/75 R17.5 twin tyre
Axle base 1,550 mm
Steering Angle 55°
12 * Subject to approval of transport conditions by NICOLAS Industrie
[MHD SPE
- Manoeuvrability and capacity

S S

13.1

S
S S
S

SP= Steering point

Different steering modes are available thanks to The MHD SPE (Electronic Steering Heavy Duty
S

a range of control programs: longitudinal, diago- Self-Propelled Modular) is all the more versatile,
nal, front- or rear-wheel steering, circle steering. as it can be coupled with MHD vehicles.
Modes may be combined to achieve greater ma- S

noeuvrability. Parts may be combined in several

combinations. Combination capacity can be im-
proved by synchronising several trailers.

Advantages
• Flexible manoeuvrability
• Robust
• Multifunctional

13.2

Technical Data
Steering angle 270° : +/- 135°
Steering (at 1/0,5 km/h) Multi mode electronic
Axle load 36,000 / 40,000* kg
Width 3,000 mm
Total lifting 650 mm
Tyres 215/75 R17.5 twin tyre
Axle base 1,550 mm
* Subject to approval of transport conditions by NICOLAS Industrie 13
 [PowerBooster
- For MDED, MHD and MHD G2

14.1

The PowerBooster system, developed by nal power is automatically released when the
NICOLAS and SCHEUERLE, is equipped with speed drops and cuts out when it increases. The
shiftable drive axles and can be towed at motorised axles are in free rotation up to 80km/h.
80 km/h or even be propelled by an equally Deployed on-site, the system is a very easy-to-use
shiftable PowerPackUnit (PPU). On road trans- automated trailer. It can be coupled side-by-
port with inclines the motorised axles add some side in order to obtain more power in 4-file
tractive effort, without monopolising a pushing combinations.
truck. With the engine running, the additio-

Advantages
- Make your conventional fleets self-propelled

The 3 in 1 solution:
1. As a pushing truck on road
transportation with gradients
2. On public roads as trailer combination
3. For on site transports - agile and extremely
flexible

14.2

1. 2. 3.

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[Wide MHD / Widening MDE
- The answer to local regulations

15.1

NICOLAS developed the Wide MHD and respectively. The Widening MDE module can
Widening MDE ranges with the aim of be extended hydraulically from 3,460 mm to
responding to local regulations. The product 4,900 mm on the same chassis base.
will be developed with widths and axle bases
different to those of the European standards,
dependent on the country of deployment. The
capacity is unaffected and remains identical
to the conventional MHD and MDE module

Advantages
• Much better stability
• Fast configuration
• Multifunctional 15.2

Technical Data
Wide MHD Widening MDE
Platform height 1,170* mm Platform height 1,150* mm
Axle load 36,000 / 40,000** kg Axle load 34,000 kg
(at 1/0,5 km/h) (at 5 km/h)
Width 3,000 / 3,200 / 3,600 mm Width 3,460 / 4,200 / 4,550 /
4,900 mm ***
Total lifting 650 mm Total lifting 650 mm
Tyres 7.50 R15 - 8.25 R15 Tyres 215/75 R17.5 twin tyre
215/75 R17.5 twin tyre
Axle base 1,680 / 1,830 / 2,450 mm Axle base 1,550 / 1,830 mm
* Following type of tyres *** According to regulations
** Subject to approval of transport conditions by NICOLAS
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 [Tractomas
- The most powerful truck in the world

16.1

16.2 16.3

If a standard series truck can‘t deliver the since the 1970s and has therefore demonstrated
performance required for more demanding its durability. The most recent Tractomas left the
transportation operations, NICOLAS has the production hall at Champs sur Yonne was spe-
answer – “the Tractomas“. The Guinness Book cially developed for the mining industry in order
of World Records has in fact confirmed that the to transport four bins directly from the mine to
Tractomas TR 10x10, developed and produced the treatment site with demanding working cy-
by NICOLAS Industrie, have the highest tractive cles.
force in the world. With an unloaden weight of
40 tons, this colossal truck can pull loads up to
over 1,000 tons. The tried and tested Tractomas
has been in use in difficult conditions (desert,
Arctic, mining environments) all over the world

16.4
Technical Data
Engine V12 663 kW/890hp
Automatic Transmission 6 speed
Transfer box 2 ratios
Rear Axle 25 / 30 ton capacity
Front Axle 12.5/15 ton capacity
Tyres 14.00 R25
16 Pulling capacity Up to over 1,000 tons
[Technical Data
MDI MDELI MDEL FLAT MDE MDED MHD MHD
MDEL R MDE G2
Axle load per line 28,000 36,000 40,000
20,000 20,000 20,000 25,000 34,000
(approx. kg) 34,000 40,000 46,000
Dead weight*
10,000 10,600 10,800 11,400 12,400 12,800 14,400 15,600
(approx. kg)
Payload* 99,600 129,600 144,400
70,000 69,400 69,200 88,600 123,200
(approx. kg) 123,600 145,600 168,400
245 / 70 285 / 70 285 / 70 205 / 65 215 / 75 R17,5/ 215 / 75 215 / 75 215 / 75
Tyres
R17,5 R 19,5 R19,5 R17,5 7,50 R15 R17,5 R17,5 R17,5
Number of wheels
4 4 4 8 8 8 8 8
per axle line
Platform height in
lowered position 780 875 875 710 750 755 845 845
(mm)
Platform loaded
1,000 1,090 1,090 1,010 1,075 1,080 1,170 1,170
(mm)
Axle compensation +420 +465 +465 +350 +325 +325 +325 +325
(mm) -220 -215 -215 -300 -325 -325 -325 -325
Total lifting (mm) 640 680 680 650 650 650 650 650
Axle base (mm) 1,510 1,550 1,400 1,550 1,550 1,550 1,550 1,550
Width (mm) 2,540 2,740 2,740 2,900 3,000 3,000 3,000 3,000
Steering angle
(degrees)

55° 60° 60° 55° 55° 55° 55° 55°

*Technical data based on 4 line modules

Axle compensation - longitudinal and transversal

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 [Military
- Logistics, at your command

18.1
The SR PC 50/70 with a VAB and an AMX 10 RC

18.2 18.3
With three VBLs With a Leclerc tank

NICOLAS has a large range of military vehicles with 6 axles, 4 of them are steered. The remai-
ranging from 15 to 100 tons payload capacity. ning two are fixed lifting axles. With its adjus-
NICOLAS develops specialised and innovative table platform – extendable in length and width
solutions for all Defence related requirements, – for transporting several loads as heavy tracked
such that each military vehicle is designed for armoured vehicles, light wheeled armoured ve-
operation in standard as well as in degraded hicles, artillery vehicles and 10 to 40 ft containers.
condition. The semi-trailer SR PC 50 is equipped This trailer is extremely versatile.

18.4 18.5
18 With a SPRAT and its two bridge elements With a 40 ft container
[Environmental
- The first choice in landscaping

19.1 19.2
Hedge-trimmer Mower

19.3 19.4
Thermal BVN 450 Electric BVN – Waste Collection

Material crushing was the first division of developed crushers from 100 to 500 CV to meet
NICOLAS Industrie and as such benefits from our the varying demands of this customer base.
unrivalled experience. NICOLAS offers machines
equipped with horizontal rotors to deal with
harvest residues, roadsides, trimming and
recycling. Nowadays, its range is also oriented
towards green waste and biomass with specially

19.5 19.6
Chipper Branch crusher 19
 [Special Vehicles
- Tailor-made solutions for special requirements

20.1 20.2
Automatic cable and umbilical bobbin rail 100 tons pallet-transporter with mechanical
50 to 500 tons transmission and protective cover

NICOLAS Industrie specialises in the extraordi- worldwide. They are equipped with pendulum
nary. That‘s why many companies trust us when or beam axles, pneumatic or hydraulic suspensi-
they need vehicles for the transport of special on fixed and / or steered axles. Each vehicle is a
loads in often unusual circumstances. Regardless tailor-made solution as per the customer‘s speci-
of the specifications involved, be it dimensions fications and for different transformer‘s brands.
or mass, NICOLAS adapts to your technical re- NICOLAS‘ low height FLAT MDE module is
quirements to meet your product needs. In the ideal for the railway vehicle sector (train,
specialised aeronautical sector, NICOLAS was tramway, locomotive,...). With additional
entrusted with the design of trailers and semi- accessories such as the foldable gooseneck,
trailers for the transport of sections of the Airbus the loading / unloading is more simple and
A380. The NICOLAS semi-trailers for the trans- transport of vehicle is achieved in total safety.
portation of mobile transformers can be found

20.3 20.4
Automatic service and maintenance vehicle for Hydrostatic 200 tons pallet-transporter
20 underground transport systems
 21.1 21.2
60 tons erector trailer for harnessed pyro- Railed nuclear waste transfer and horizontal
technic load storage vehicle

21.3 21.4
Nuclear waste transfer and horizontal Mobile substation carrying vehicle
storage vehicle

21.5 21.6

Self-propelled semi-trailer for the A380 Tailor-made solutions for specialist

requirements 21
 [Modular accessories
- Transport equipment for wind power plants

22.1 22.2
New generation of tower adaptors Transport of nacelles

22.3 22.4

Transport of blades Tower transported directly on the platform

22.5
Bolster combination for the transport of self-supporting high-length load
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[Modular accessories
- Broad range of accessories offering a solution for
all specialised transportation requirements

23.1 23.2
Side girder deck for the safe transport of Special truck and girder deck combination
transformers with 1,000 tons tractive force

23.3 23.4

Telescopic platform with low outriggers Narrow telescopic platform

23.5 23.6
Wide platform with telescopic side beams Platform wide
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[Champs-sur-Yonne
France

Champs-sur-Yonne, the home town of NICOLAS

Industrie, lies in the heart of the French wine-
growing region Burgundy, which is famous
for top wines like Chablis. The enchanting
region offers excursions to vineyards, a visit to
the countless idyllic villages and a taste of the
French “savoir-vivre”. You can even plan a
quick trip to Paris from here with sights like the
Eiffel Tower or the world-famous Cathedral of
Notre Dame.

11/2012 We reserve the right to change construction and design

NICOLAS Industrie S.A.S • RN 6 BP 3 • 89290 Champs-sur-Yonne • France

Tel.: +33(0)386/53 52-00 • Fax: +33(0)386/53 52-49 • [email protected] • www.nicolas.fr