U3123 12-Tyre Haulage
31-tonne GVW, 8x4 configuration - the heavy haulage backbone of Uganda logistics sector.

The U3123 12-Tyre Haulage is built for Uganda longest, heaviest inter-district freight routes. With a 31-tonne GVW and a twin-axle 8x4 drive configuration, this truck handles bulk cargo - cement, steel, agricultural produce - with unmatched load capacity.
Its H-Series 225 HP @ 2500 rpm engine provides the torque needed for loaded climbs on Uganda hilly terrain, while the 12-tyre configuration distributes weight evenly for longer tyre life and safer operation on all road surfaces.
Why Buy from Modern Emperor Automobiles?
- Genuine Ashok Leyland truck with full manufacturer warranty
- Assembled in Uganda for local road and payload conditions
- Financing available for single vehicles and full fleet orders
- Genuine spare parts available at all MEA branches across Uganda
- 24/7 field technical support — we come to you
Engineered for Long-Haul Heavy Freight
H-Series 225 HP @ 2500 rpm Engine
Delivers 230 horsepower and the high torque needed for fully laden climbs on Uganda hilly inter-district routes.
31T GVW
Industry-leading 31-tonne gross vehicle weight handles Uganda heaviest bulk cargo loads - cement, steel, agricultural produce.
8x4 Twin-Axle Drive
Twin rear-axle 8x4 configuration distributes the load and provides stability on all road surfaces from tarmac to murram.
12-Tyre Configuration
12-tyre setup spreads the load evenly, reducing road damage compliance issues and extending tyre service intervals.
Reinforced Chassis
Heavy-gauge steel chassis engineered for the high-cycle demands of Uganda long-haul freight operations.
24/7 MEA Support
MEA nationwide service network means help is always nearby - genuine parts, field technicians, and workshop support.
Vehicle Specifications
Engine
H Series CRS BSIII
Power
225HP @ 2500rpm
Torque
800Nm
GVW
31,000kg
Fuel
300L
Clutch
15" ceramic
Gearbox
9-speed
Gradability
33.5%
Wheelbase
5250mm
Ideal Applications
Built for Uganda's Heaviest Hauls
Regional Freight
Long-haul haulage between Uganda's major economic centres — Kampala, Mbarara, Gulu, Mbale — and cross-border routes into Kenya, Tanzania, and South Sudan.
Heavy Cargo
Carry dense, heavy loads — steel, machinery, building materials, and industrial goods — at full legal capacity on Uganda's national roads.
Container Haulage
Equipped and configurable for ISO container transport — ideal for importers and exporters moving goods between the Port of Mombasa and inland Uganda.
Large-Scale Distribution
For manufacturers, FMCG companies, and wholesalers needing reliable, high-capacity trunking to distribute goods across Uganda and East Africa.
Why Buy From Us
The Modern Emperor Advantage
Factory Warranty Included — Every truck comes with Ashok Leyland's standard manufacturer warranty, giving you peace of mind from day one.
Uganda-Assembled Trucks — Ashok Leyland trucks are assembled locally, ensuring parts availability and faster turnaround on servicing.
Flexible Financing Options — We work with leading Ugandan banks and SACCOs to structure repayment plans that match your cash flow.
Genuine Spare Parts — Our parts store stocks certified Ashok Leyland components, so you're never waiting weeks for critical repairs.
24/7 Breakdown Support — Our team is reachable around the clock because we know your truck going down means your business goes down.
AL-Certified Technicians — Our workshop staff are trained and certified by Ashok Leyland — not generalist mechanics, but specialists in your truck.
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