60-Ton Excavator Transport to Central Asia
Shanghai → Tashkent
Overview
In June 2026, ZJD International was commissioned by a Shanghai-based construction machinery manufacturer to transport three 60-ton class crawler excavators from Shanghai to a construction site in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. Each unit exceeded standard container dimensions and weighed over 20 tons individually, classified as oversized cargo. The client required on-site delivery within 45 days, with cargo value exceeding RMB 3 million, demanding the highest standards of safety and timeliness.
Solution
After comprehensive evaluation of three routing options, ZJD selected the direct railway route via the Khorgos border crossing:
| Option | Route | Transit Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full Road | Shanghai → Kashgar → Irkeshtam → Uzbekistan | 25-30 days | High |
| Rail + Road | Shanghai → Xi'an → Alashankou → Tashkent | 28-35 days | Medium |
| Direct Rail (Selected) | Shanghai → Xi'an → Khorgos → Tashkent | 20-25 days | Med-Low |
Key Milestones
Days 1-5: Plan finalization and oversize cargo rail permit applications. Parallel export customs documentation.
Days 6-8: On-site loading supervision and cargo securing. 8+ lashing points per unit with vibration dampers and rain covers.
Days 9-11: Domestic rail leg (Shanghai → Xi'an → Khorgos) with real-time GPS tracking.
Days 12-15: Bogie exchange at Khorgos — transfer from standard gauge to broad gauge. Export customs clearance.
Days 16-22: Central Asia broad gauge leg (Khorgos → Almaty → Tashkent) with daily position updates.
Days 23-25: Destination customs clearance and final delivery to site.
Highlights
Results
Delivered in 32 days — 3 days ahead of schedule. All equipment arrived in perfect condition with first-pass client inspection approval.
"ZJD International demonstrated exceptional expertise in oversized railway transport to Central Asia. From planning to the bogie exchange at the border, every step was meticulously coordinated. Delivery in 32 days, nearly two weeks ahead of our 45-day expectation, gave us invaluable time for project preparation. We will continue partnering with ZJD for future Central Asia projects."
— International Business Director, Leading Construction Machinery Manufacturer
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