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Apollo A300C
E-Z Pack Apollo A300C rear loader, front three quarter view, driver side, with a rear view behind
E-Z Pack Apollo A300C rear loader, front three quarter view, driver side, with a rear view behind
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Apollo A300C

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Overview

The E-Z Pack Apollo A300C is a rear loader. The A300C-18 capacity is 18 yds.³ (13.8 m³), and the A300C-20 capacity is 20 yds.³ (15.3 m³). Cycle time is 26 seconds, with reload at 9 seconds.

Key Features

  • Tailgate props and a back-up alarm are standard features.
  • The tailgate latches and unlatches automatically.
  • The ejector panel travels in steel guide shoes along a floor-level track.
  • The tubing is zinc-dichromate-plated, and the hydraulic lines are unpainted.
  • The packer panel is of curved, one-piece construction.

Options & Configurations

  • Air Shift or Hot Shift PTOs.
  • A 10,000 lb. (4536 kg) overhead winch.
  • A 14,000 lb. (6350 kg) reeving cylinder winch.
  • A streetside access door, front-mounted pump and system pressure gauge.

Specifications

  • Capacity, A300C-18: 18 yds.³ (13.8 m³)
  • Capacity, A300C-20: 20 yds.³ (15.3 m³)
  • Cab to trunnion (CT), A300C-20 (base chart): 126" to 132" (3200 to 3353 mm)
  • Cab to axle, A300C-16 (base chart): 105" to 111" (2667 to 2820 mm)
  • Cab to axle, A300C-18 (base chart): 120" to 126" (3048 to 3200 mm)
  • Cab to axle, A300C-20 (base chart): 138" to 144" (3505 to 3658 mm)
  • Deck length / clear platform, A300C-18 (base chart): 155" (3937 mm)
  • Deck length / clear platform, A300C-20 (base chart): 170" (4318 mm)
  • Length including tailgate, A300C-16 (base chart): 218" (5537 mm)
  • Length including tailgate, A300C-20 (base chart): 238" (6045 mm)
  • Length tailgate raised, A300C-16 (base chart): 247" (6274 mm)
  • Length tailgate raised, A300C-18 (base chart): 262" (6655 mm)
  • Length tailgate raised, A300C-20 (base chart): 277" (7036 mm)
  • Height tailgate raised: 156" (3962 mm)
  • Height above chassis frame: 90.25" (2292 mm)
  • Inside width (body): 91" (2311 mm)
  • Loading height below frame: Up to 5.5" (140 mm) below chassis frame
  • Loading opening: 80" (2032 mm) x 58" (1473 mm) high
  • Outside width: 96" (2438 mm)
  • Weight, A300C-16: 9,350 lbs. (4241 kg)
  • Weight, A300C-18: 10,050 lbs. (4559 kg)
  • Weight, A300C-20: 10,800 lbs. (4899 kg)
  • Chassis specifications: Intended as general guidelines only
  • Chassis selection: Should be made on an analysis of the weight distribution for the particular chassis/body combination including optional equipment and anticipated payloads
  • PTO requirements: 39 HP @ 1,200 RPM (Torque Rating 212 ft. lbs.) Minimum
  • Chassis: Requires variable speed governor with body-builder connection for engine remote throttle, programmed and preset to approximately 1,400 RPM
  • Chassis lighting: Must be set up and programmed for the heavy-duty package and duplicate independent stop and turn signals

Chart Note

  • Rows marked "base chart" show the value printed in E-Z Pack's brochure chart. The chart's notes for other fuel systems are not shown.

Construction and Operational Details

  • Body floor: 7 ga. (4.55 mm) 50,000 PSI
  • Body sides: 7 ga. (4.55 mm) 100,000 PSI
  • Body roof: 10 ga. (3.42 mm) 50,000 PSI
  • Ejector panel: 7 ga. (4.55 mm) 50,000 PSI
  • Hopper floor: 1/4" Plate (6.35 mm) 155,000 min. 400 BHN
  • Hopper sides (lower): 1/4" (6.35 mm) 100,000 PSI
  • Hopper sides (upper): 7 ga. (4.55 mm) 50,000 PSI
  • Packing panel: 7 ga. (4.55 mm) 50,000 PSI

Hydraulic System

  • Sweep cylinders (2) with induction hardened rods and steel rod wipers: 4" (102 mm) (D.A.)
  • Tailgate cylinders (2): 3" (76 mm) (D.A.)
  • Ejector cylinder (1), 18 Yd.: 5-1/2" (140 mm) 2-Stage (D.A.)
  • Ejector cylinder (1), 20 Yd.: 5-1/2" (140 mm) 2-Stage (D.A.)
  • Hydraulic oil tank: 37 Gallons (140 Liters)
  • Hydraulic pump: 27 GPM @ 1,200 RPM (102 Liter/Min.)
  • Hydraulic filters: Suction: 100 Mesh / Return: 3 Micron
  • System operating pressure: 2,500 PSI

Operational Features

  • Cycle time: 26 seconds, reload @ 9 seconds
  • Packer panel: Curved, one-piece construction
  • Ejector panel: Travels in steel guide shoes, floor-level track
  • Packing cylinders: Positioned away from refuse
  • Ejector cylinder: Double-acting, telescopic

Standard Features

  • Tailgate props
  • Back-up alarm
  • Body lifting eyes
  • High mount light package
  • ICC lights and reflectors meet DOT requirements
  • Non-skid riding steps at rear corners of tailgate
  • Streetside and curbside buzzers
  • Automatic latch-unlatch tailgate

Optional Equipment

  • Air Shift or Hot Shift PTOs
  • Streetside Access Door
  • Front Mount Pump
  • Dual Hopper Flood Lights
  • Rear Body Side Liner
  • 10,000 lb. (4536 kg) Overhead Winch*
  • 14,000 lb. (6350 kg) Reeving Cylinder Winch*
  • System Pressure Gauge
  • 1 to 3 Yard (.76 to 2.3 m³) Hydraulic Container Attachment

Optional Equipment Note

  • * Optional Container Dumping Devices Handle Containers up to 10 Cubic Yards (7.6 m³)