If you’re managing regional infrastructure projects—like highway expansion between nearby cities or bulk material transport for large residential community builds—the SAIC Hongyan Jieka 350HP 8X4 6.8m Dump Truck is built to handle the mix of paved roads and rough job-site paths. It’s powered by a Weichai WP10H350E62 diesel engine, delivering 350 horsepower and 1500 N・m of torque from 1200-1600 rpm. This torque range is perfect for the stop-start rhythm of short hauls (think 50-100km trips) and climbing mild slopes with a full load of sand or concrete blocks—no overheating when you’re making 3-4 round trips a day. Paired with a Fast 12JSD160TA 12-speed manual transmission (smooth for shifting between highway speeds and slow job-site crawls) and an 8X4 drive setup, plus a 5.454 rear axle ratio, it grips well on both wet (provincial roads) and gravel construction access paths—no slipping when you’re rushing to deliver materials before a rainstorm.​

What makes this Jieka model stand out for regional hauls is its 6.8m×2.35m×1.55m dump body—sized to balance load capacity and maneuverability. It’s made from Q690 high-strength steel with a lightweight (optimization) that cuts unnecessary weight (saving fuel) while still handling a 17.2-ton rated payload (with a 31-ton Gross Vehicle Weight). That means you can haul enough gravel for a day’s road repair in one trip, but the 6.8m length still lets you squeeze into most community construction yards (unlike longer 7m+ trucks that need extra space to turn). Underneath, a reinforced single-layer frame (280×80×12mm) and a 10/10/12-leaf spring suspension keep the truck stable when carrying uneven loads (like a mix of bricks and sand), while the hydraulic lifting system takes 28 seconds to fully raise—fast enough to keep up with busy job-site unloading schedules.​

For fleet owners watching daily costs and driver satisfaction, the Jieka 350HP checks all the practical boxes. Its 420L fuel tank lasts a full day of short hauls without refueling, and the Weichai engine’s smart fuel-injection system keeps average consumption around 29-31L per 100km—5% lower than similar 350HP 8X4 dump trucks. Maintenance is also low-hassle: the engine uses 15,000km long-life oil, and key parts like brake pads are designed to last 100,000km (reducing downtime). Inside the cab, it’s built for all-day comfort on frequent trips: a ventilated driver’s seat (great for hot summer days), a 7-inch touchscreen with reverse camera (helpful for parking in tight yards), and plenty of storage space for tools or lunch. Plus, the cab’s sound insulation cuts down on highway noise—making those 1-hour trips between job sites less tiring. It’s the kind of truck that keeps your operations efficient and your drivers happy.​