Blue Giant HU6606-40 is a hydraulic dock leveler designed to streamline loading dock operations with the press of a button. Built to handle demanding freight handling, this 6'6" x 6' unit provides a static capacity of 40,000 lbs, making it suitable for high-cycle environments where palletized goods and heavy loads are common. Its hydraulic deck and lip cylinders work to reduce manual effort and maintenance needs, contributing to lower operating costs over time compared with mechanical alternatives. The model incorporates a fixed rear hinge with a 4" lateral ramp flex to accommodate non-level trailer beds, helping maintain a stable transition from trailer to dock surface.
Key construction features include a deck supported by a minimum of six high-tensile solid steel U-beam members and a high-tensile steel deck and lip, reinforced by beveled lips and a 16" long lip (tapered on 7' wide models). The system uses a self-contained TE/VN 1 HP power pack mounted under the deck (voltage specification to be provided), and a single push-button SP1 control station with a constant-pressure UP operation. Safety is addressed with toe guards painted in safety yellow, hydraulic velocity fuses for fall safety, and an inverted hydraulic loading dock deck cylinder that self-purges air during cycling.
This unit is designed for sites requiring reliable, ergonomic operation at the loading dock, with independent lip control available on suitable configurations and a NEMA4X/IP65 rated control station for robust protection in challenging environments. For installation and compatibility, consider the package size is listed as Each, and the leveler is offered with standard bumpers matching the 6' and 6'6" wide configurations. When planning maintenance, note the self-contained power pack and the lip/deck cylinder arrangement, which influence service access and routine checks.
Features:
- Increased Safety at the Loading Dock
- Ergonomic Hydraulic Operation
- Fixed rear hinge with 4" lateral ramp flex for non-level trailers
- Working range 12" above and below dock level
- High-tensile steel deck & lip with six U-beam supports
- 16" long lip with beveled edge
- Self-contained 1 HP power pack under deck
- Nominal Deck Size:
- 6'6" X 6'
- Static Capacity:
- 40000 lbs
- Package Size:
- Each
