The Highlands Don't Care How Heavy You Are... | 4K HGV Vlog

Welcome back mucker! Usually, you’ll find me behind the wheel of my Class 1, but today… well, she’s "dead in the water" waiting for injectors. So, I’m back in the "big van"—my 18-ton flatbed—and let me tell you, it’s a bit more of a "violent" ride than I’m used to! In this vlog, I’m taking on the challenge of hauling nearly a full 18-ton load up to Fort William. It’s a stunning drive, but a heavy one for this truck. Here’s what you can expect: The A9 Grind: Join me as I navigate the "most beautiful but deadly" road in Scotland. I’ll be talking through the complacency that catches people out, the new 50mph trials for trucks, and why some drivers treat single carriageways like duals. Mountain Logistics: From the Queensferry Crossing to the twisty bits past Dalwhinnie, I’m managing a heavy load with an exhaust brake that’s… let’s just say, "less than ideal." The "Wobble Box" Debate: I’ve got some thoughts on caravans and tourists—all in good fun, of course! Stunning Views: We’ll pass by the Dalwhinnie Distillery, the Laggan Dam (my favorite lunch spot), and get a proper look at Ben Nevis—though the 4K footage still doesn’t quite do the scale justice. Site Drop: Follow along as I head into BW Timber to get this mesh off the back. It’s a long, scenic shift with plenty of hills, a bit of rain, and the usual Highland traffic drama. If you enjoy the run, hit that subscribe button—we’re closing in on 5,000 subscribers by the end of the year! Stick around for the views, and I’ll see you on the road. https://buymeacoffee.com/stuckinatruc... 00:00 – Back in the "Big Van" (Class 2 Intro) 01:47 – Crossing the Queensferry Bridge 03:00 – The 18-Ton Challenge Begins 04:07 – Why the A9 is "Beautiful but Deadly" 07:05 – Mechanical Woes: The Exhaust Brake Struggle 08:00 – Tourist Season & Road Complacency 13:51 – Highland Landscapes: Driving Through the Mist 14:40 – Arriving at Dalwhinnie 15:58 – Checkpoint: Securing the Load & Coffee Top-up 18:49 – Passing the Dalwhinnie Distillery 20:03 – The "Wobble Box" (Caravan) Debate 22:30 – Navigating Tight Corners & Potholes 25:37 – Scenic Stop: Laggan Dam 26:21 – Spean Bridge to Fort William 30:03 – Arrival at BW Timber 34:54 – Facing Ben Nevis 36:12 – Final Thoughts & Trip Wrap-up #stuckinatruck #scotland #hgv #trucking #highlands #A9 #fortwilliam #royalhighlandshow #RHS2026 #trucklife #scottishroads #volvo #timberhauling #4K #vlog