Off-Highway Trucks

Doosan Enhances its DA30-5 Articulated Dump Truck →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Building on more than 40 years of articulated dump truck (ADT) experience, Doosan Infracore North America LLC announced a series of enhancements to its DA30-5 ADT. A new version of the Doosan DA30-5 includes numerous updates to the truck's performance, operator comfort, controllability of the machine, ease of maintenance and fuel efficiency. A significant development in the DA30-5 ADT — rated in the popular 30-metric-ton size class — is a new front suspension. Click for more...

International Launch of Volvo Rigid Hauler Range →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Volvo Construction Equipment unveiled its new range of Volvo-branded rigid haulers to customers and dealers at the company's Motherwell facility in Scotland. Guests got their first glimpse of the new machines — which consist of the R45D, R60D, R70D and the flagship R100E — on April 10. The star of the show was the R100E, a completely new rigid hauler that combines a wealth of market and customer knowledge with proven components, new technologies and a striking new design — all providing a cost-effective and productive solution to fulfil the needs of today's mining and quarrying customers, according to the manufacturer. Click for more...

Design Refinements Address Operator Safety, Convenience, Control, Powertrain →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Three new Cat articulated trucks — 730, 730 EJ (Ejector), and 735 — have been extensively redesigned, enhancing the field-proven features and performance of their C-Series predecessors (730C2, 730C2 EJ, and 735C) with new operator stations — including new controls, transmission-protection features, new hoist-assist system, advanced traction control system, new stability-assist system and a fuel saving ECO operating mode. Click for more...

Bridgestone to Showcase Intelligent Off-the-Road Tire Solutions at AGG1 2018 →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Bridgestone Americas (Bridgestone) will showcase its portfolio of off-the-road (OTR) products and technologies at the National Stone, Sand and Gravel Association Aggregates Academy and Expo (AGG1) and World of Asphalt 2018 Show and Conference, March 6-8 in Houston at booth #1352. A leader in the construction and aggregates tire industry, Bridgestone will demonstrate how the company's intelligent products, integrated technologies and best-in-class services work together to improve productivity and lower total cost of ownership for its customers. Click for more...

John Deere 310E ADT Recognized with 2017 Good Design Award for Innovation, Architectural Excellence →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The John Deere 310E articulated dump truck (ADT) has been recognized with a Good Design Award for design excellence and innovation. The Good Design Awards Program, presented by The Chicago Athenaeum Museum of Architecture and Design, showcases the most innovative and cutting-edge industrial, product and graphic designs produced around the world. "We are thrilled to receive the 2017 Good Design Award for the 310E ADT," said Maryanne Graves, ADT product marketing manager, John Deere Construction & Forestry. Click for more...

Terex TA300 Artic Hauler Works at Scotland's Barite Mine →

From Construction Equipment Guide... With confidence in the investment returns that Terex Trucks' machines offer, mining contractor Barhaul has purchased a new 30.8 ton (28 t) capacity TA300 articulated dump truck, for use in a barite mine near Aberfeldy in Perthshire, Scotland. Supplied by Terex Trucks' UK distributor, TDL Equipment, the TA300 has consistently impressed Barhaul with its ability to power through the harshest environments. Click for more...

Komatsu America Introduces HD325-8, HD405-8 Rigid Frame Trucks →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Komatsu America Corp.'s HD325-8 and HD405-8 off-highway trucks are equipped with an EPA Tier IV Final certified engine and feature increased horsepower and a new Komatsu Traction Control System (KTCS) to achieve improved productivity. These models have payload capacities of 40.3 tons (36.5 t) and 44.1 tons (40 t), respectively. They replace the HD325-7 and HD405-7 models. The new trucks' Komatsu SAA6D140E-7 engines have increased to a net 514 hp (383 kW). Click for more...

Articulated Dump Trucks: Heavy Hauling Made Easy →

From Construction Equipment Guide... One of the most common mistakes made when selecting an off-highway haul truck is assuming that rigid and articulated dump trucks (ADTs) are alike. Although they both have massive hauling capabilities, the fact is each truck type has specific features that are valuable in certain applications. This article lays out the benefits of operating ADTs for moving materials in construction applications. An ADT's design offers several off-road performance advantages when working in earthmoving and hauling applications. Click for more...

Palmer Johnson Power Systems Reaches Milestone →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Palmer Johnson Power Systems specializes in servicing and supplying components for heavy-duty, off highway transmissions and axles, along with diesel engine services. This year, the company is celebrating its 40th anniversary. Palmer Johnson Power Systems started as a spin-off of super yacht builder Palmer Johnson Yachts. Today, the company currently operates six sales and service branches across North America with more than 110 dedicated employees. Click for more...

Brand-New Bell Trucks Put in Heavy-Duty Hours at Quarries →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Hauling rock out of a quarry is about as heavy-duty as any job can get. The people that do it have to be tough and stay sharp for hours each day both to stay safe and to keep the material moving. But they also cannot accomplish their task successfully without the right kind of equipment. Mining and hauling demands stout and reliable machinery. It is hugely important, too, that material hauling be done efficiently to keep fuel costs low for the company moving the rock out of the pit. Click for more...

ARDCO Articulating Multi-Purpose Truck (AMT) Tackles Countless Off-Road Applications →

From Construction Equipment Guide... ARDCO's next generation articulating multi-purpose truck (AMT), featuring a modular back-end platform that offers the flexibility to customize the vehicle to suit any work environment, from urban construction projects to extreme off-road job sites. The powerful and rugged AMT is designed to accept a wide array of standard and customizable attachments. Available configurations include a bare chassis, flatbed, water tank, fuel tank, dump bed, service and lube station, utility bed, personnel carrier, pipe trailer, drill and custom solutions. Click for more...

Next Generation Cab Design, Advanced Truck Control Features Drive Comfort and Productivity Gains For the New CAT 745 Articulated Truck →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Offering a 45.2 -ton (41-t) rated payload capacity, the new Cat 745 articulated truck features a modern cab design, completely re-engineered from the inside-out using global operator feedback to advance comfort and ease of operation. The new external "spinal" ROPS structure boasts bonded rear quarter glass that eliminates the structural pillar to give the operator a dramatic improvement in visibility from the cab. Click for more...

Komatsu America Corp. Introduces New HD465-8 and HD605-8 Off-Highway Trucks →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Komatsu America Corp. has introduced the new HD465-8 and HD605-8 off-highway trucks. Equipped with EPA Tier IV Final certified engines, these latest additions to the rigid frame truck family combine increased horsepower and the Komatsu Traction Control System (KTCS) to provide improved productivity. These models have payload capacities of 61 U.S. (short)/55 metric tons and 69.4 U.S. (short)/63 metric tons, respectively. Click for more...

Cat C2 Series Articulated Trucks Feature More Power →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The Cat C2 Series articulated dump truck range includes the 314 hp (234 kW) 725C2 and the 367-hp (274 kW) 730C2 and 730C2 EJ with ejector-type body. Rated payloads are 26.5 tons (24 t) for the 725C2 and 31 tons (28 t) for the two larger models. Standard automatic traction control ensures efficient operation of the new models, which advance the design of predecessor models with increased productivity, lower operating costs, and added rimpull/retarding capability, while retaining the long-term durability, high availability, high resale value and optimum rental margins of previous models. Click for more...

Komatsu Previews the 930E-5 Mining Haul Truck →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Komatsu America Corp. previewed the 930E-5 haul truck at MINExpo. Scheduled for availability in the second half of 2017, the 930E-5 joins a 930 line that is the world's most popular for ultra-class mining trucks, with more than 1900 sold worldwide. With a 2,700 HP, SSDA16V160-4, Tier 4 Final engine, owners can expect up to five percent less full consumed and a 320-ton payload. The 930E-5 builds on a long history of success with electric drive trucks, and reinforces Komatsu's position as a global leader in the ultra-class mining truck market. Click for more...

Home-Grown 460E is the Largest ADT in the John Deere Lineup →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Designed and built in Davenport, Iowa, the 460E is the largest ADT in the John Deere lineup. The 481 hp machine delivers big-time productivity through a large dump body and fast cycle times. Exclusive features such as remote park-brake release, rollover protection, ground-level service, and auto horn help keep operators out of harm's way. The quieter Deere-designed cab is sealed and pressurized to keep out dust and noise and the 460E employs a heavy-duty fabricated frame and high-alloy steel dump body, ensuring best-in-class payload-to-weight ratios. Click for more...

Hitachi Construction Machinery – Americas Launches EH3500AC-3, EH4000AC-3 Rigid-Frame Haul Trucks →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Hitachi Construction Machinery – Americas's two rigid-frame haul truck models — the EH3500AC-3 (nominal payload with standard equipment of 200 tons [181 t], target gross machine operating weight of 709,888 lb. [322,000 kg]), and the EH4000AC-3 (nominal payload with standard equipment of 243.6 tons [221 t], target gross machine operating weight of 846,575 lb. [384,000 kg]) — are designed for use in large-scale mining operations. Click for more...

Finding the Best Articulated Dump Truck Finance Option →

From Construction Equipment Guide... One of the reasons you may like renting an articulated dump truck (ADT) for your projects is the ability to have short-term access to high-capacity and reliable machinery for moving materials in any terrain you encounter — especially in muddy or difficult terrain. Whether you are moving dirt or aggregates in site development, road construction or any building project where mass excavation is required, an ADT can provide fast and efficient dumping. Click for more...

The History of Articulated Dump Trucks →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Artic dump trucks have a history that traces back to, of all things, a tandem ag tractor conceived in the 1950s in England by an Essex farmer. Early HistoryErnest Doe bought two Fordson tractors, removed the front axles from each tractor and connected the front end of one to the rear of the other using a hydraulic turntable. Voila! A tractor with doubled power. The cantilevered front engine rode on air and the whole tandem machine rode on four treaded rear tires powered by the twin engines. Click for more...

Komatsu's Largest Haul Truck Ever - the 980E-4 - is Introduced to North America →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Komatsu America Corp. , a global heavy equipment manufacturer, announced the North American commercial release of the 980E-4 haul truck, for service in mine sites requiring 400-ton payload capacity. With a 400-ton capacity and 3,500 HP engine, the 980E-4 builds on a long history of success with electric drive trucks, and reinforces Komatsu's position as a global leader in the ultra-class mining truck market. Click for more...

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