Front-loading waste collection vehicle Half/Pack®

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Overview
The Heil® Half/Pack® front load garbage truck body is a proven, long-lived automated front load solution for residential and commercial collection. It is designed for durability, low total cost of collection (TCC), easy maintenance and optional integration with automated carry can systems such as the Curotto-Can®. The Half/Pack is offered in multiple body sizes and can be specified with optional features and packages to match fleet requirements.

Half/Pack with Curotto-Can (residential package)
The Half/Pack can be equipped with the Curotto-Can® automated carry can system which delivers fast load times and significant productivity advantages versus many alternatives. This configuration enables a single front loader to service both commercial and residential containers with improved on-route efficiency.

Key benefits / advantages

• Fastest load time available — four to five seconds from wheel stop to wheel start.
• Up to ~20% greater fuel efficiency due to reduced packing and idling.
• Shorter wheelbases (20 yd option) allow faster navigation of cul-de-sacs and tighter routes.
• Eyes-forward operation improves operator/public safety and reduces repetitive stress injuries.
• Eliminates cart loss and associated costs, reduces contamination rates to less than 5% (with proper operation).
• Uniform front-load fleet reduces spare truck requirements and standardizes inventory.
• Service Smart design simplifies routine maintenance, reducing shop time and downtime.

Standard features and design highlights

• Fully-enclosed front head (up to 19" from hopper floor to bottom of arc-sensor opening) to reduce washout of chassis components.
• Double-walled hopper constructed of high-tensile steel for durability and corrosion resistance.
• Interlaced ladder subframe foundation providing a solid, long-lived structural base.
• Arm cylinders with hardened rod scrapers to minimize ingestion of material and protect seals.
• Zinc-plated hydraulic tubes to reduce corrosion and hydraulic leaks.
• Durable hydraulic tube covers for additional protection of hoses and tubing.
• Raised packer and eject tracks with heavy-duty wear strips to avoid abrasive debris and leachate.
• Shur-Lock® in-cab operated tailgate locks with in-cab indicators confirming seal.
• Illuminated push-button controls for body, packer, pump and lighting with indicator lights.
• Standard body backup assist lights to illuminate surroundings while reversing.
• Standard 7" In-Sight integrated display with on-board diagnostics and integrated camera feeds for operator feedback and maintenance diagnostics.
• Refined hydraulic and electronic control system (Odyssey controls) for precise, reliable operation.
• Tamper-resistant in-cylinder and arc sensors to eliminate frequent adjustment and reduce maintenance.

Optional body packages and features

• Curotto-Can® Residential Package — automated carry can for fastest residential load times and higher route productivity.
• CNrG CNG tailgate option — long-range haul capability with proven durability and lower-profile CNG fuel delivery system.
• Lightning cylinder package — reduces container dump cycle time (saves up to ~4–5 seconds per dump).
• Rodent-resistant harness loom — woven encapsulation of wiring to reduce damage from chewing and associated downtime.
• Optional 3rd Eye digital packages — factory-installed telematics, camera and radar readiness; supports service verification, driver safety, contamination detection and fleet maintenance/telemetry.
• Optional camera and integrated display packages (camera feeds integrated into in-cab display).

Applications & operational notes

• Designed for residential collection and can be configured for commercial collection.
• Low 108" cart dump height to reduce interference with overhead obstructions.
• 20 cubic-yard body option available for shorter wheelbase and improved maneuverability on tight routes.
• Can be specified with articulating arms for cab-over chassis variants (e.g., articulated-arm package for specific chassis).

Resources (titles only — brochures and videos available)

• Half/Pack Front Load Garbage Truck Brochure
• CNrG CNG Tailgate Brochure
• Curotto-Can Automated Carry Can Brochure
• Feature and tutorial videos: Half/Pack lineup video; Hardened Hopper/Arm Cylinder video; Curotto-Can overview; customer testimonial and operational/how-to tutorial videos

caractéristiques / spécifications techniques

• Denomination commerciale : Half/Pack®
• Body sizes available: 20 yd3, 23 yd3, 28 yd3 (multiple body variants and packages)
• Typical body weight ranges shown on product variants: approx. 15,620 – 17,220 lbs (varies by configuration)
• Low cart dump height: 108" (designed for safer operation under typical overhead obstructions)
• Typical cycle load time: ~4–5 seconds (wheel stop to wheel start under automated operation)
• Materials / construction: double-walled hopper, high-tensile steel, interlaced ladder subframe
• Hydraulics / protection: zinc-plated hydraulic tubes, hardened rod scrapers on arm cylinders, hydraulic tube covers
• Controls & electronics: Odyssey electronic/hydraulic control system, In-Sight integrated display (7" standard), integrated camera readiness
• Available optional systems: Curotto-Can automated carry can, CNrG CNG tailgate, Lightning cylinder package, rodent-resistant wiring harness
• Designed for Connected Collections readiness (telematics, cameras, radar and fleet software integration)