Off-Highway Trucks

GM, Komatsu Collaborate On Hydrogen Fuel Cell-Powered Mining Truck →

General Motors and Komatsu will co-develop a hydrogen fuel cell power module for Komatsu's 930E electric drive mining truck, the world's best-selling ultra-class haul truck. GM, a leader in hydrogen fuel cell technology, and Komatsu, a global manufacturer of mining and construction equipment, will jointly design and validate the technology. Lightweight and quick to refuel, hydrogen fuel cells are ideal for electrifying applications traditionally powered by diesel engines. Click for more...

U.S. Market Continues to Strengthen for Rokbak →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Rokbak Regional Sales Manager Kevin Clark has been working with trucks for more than four decades. With a large region to cover in the United States, he discusses increasing Rokbak hauler market share, as well as the positive response to the trucks since the Volvo Group acquisition and the rebrand in 2021. Rokbak is continuing to see huge demand for its RA30 and RA40 articulated haulers in North America, much to the delight of Clark. Click for more...

Freeport-McMoRan Uses Cat MineStar to Convert Fleet →

Caterpillar and Freeport-McMoRan (FCX) announced that the two companies are collaborating to convert the mining company's fleet of 33 Cat 793 haul trucks at its Bagdad mine in Arizona to an autonomous haulage system (AHS) using Cat MineStar Command for hauling. "We look forward to partnering with Caterpillar to become the first U.S. copper mine to implement a fully autonomous haulage system and are excited about the numerous benefits it will bring to our Bagdad operation and employees," said Kathleen Quirk, president, Freeport-McMoRan. Click for more...

Prioritizing Customer, Dealer Needs are Key for Rokbak →

From Construction Equipment Guide... In the last 12 months, unit sales for Rokbak have increased by 25 percent and unique customer numbers by 45 percent in Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA). The Scottish articulated hauler manufacturer has recorded a 40 percent returning and 60 percent new business customer base in 2023. It's altogether indicative of strong customer satisfaction in product investment, aftersales support and the development of key partnerships. Click for more...

Caterpillar Validates Rajant Wireless Solution With Cat MineStar Command for Hauling →

After extensive testing, Caterpillar Inc. has completed the in-house validation of Rajant BreadCrumbs, LX5 CA radios, which will enable field trials with this Rajant product and Cat MineStar Command for hauling. "This validation is a key step to provide additional options for our mining customers when deploying Command for hauling in their operation," said Sean McGinnis, vice president and general manager of technology and global sales support at Caterpillar. Click for more...

Nevada Gold Mines Places Order for 62 Komatsu Haul Trucks →

Building on the proven success of Komatsu trucks at Barrick's Lumwana copper mining operation in Zambia, Nevada Gold Mines (NGM), signed a multi-year agreement with Komatsu to deliver 62 Komatsu 930E-5 haul trucks between 2023 and 2025. NGM is the single largest gold-producing complex in the world, formed as a joint venture between Barrick and Newmont. The new Komatsu haul trucks will be in operation at two Nevada mines: 40 will be deployed to the Carlin Complex and 22 will be at the Cortez site. Click for more...

Rokbak RA40s Rocking the Rockies →

In western Canada, Jura Creek Enterprises has purchased three Rokbak RA40 articulated haulers to move huge amounts of aggregates, stone and rock close to North America's largest and most famous mountain range. The Canadian province of Alberta is said to be "the place where the bold and the adventurous come to play." It is therefore fitting that a trio of Rokbak articulated haulers have made the journey from Scotland there to work under the shadow of the famous Rocky Mountains. Click for more...

Sustainability Integral to Operating Ethos at Rokbak →

From Construction Equipment Guide... At the heart of its sustainability strategy, Rokbak has implemented a set of ambitious goals in operating measures and articulated hauler design and construction. These underscore a determination to reduce environmental impact and promote sustainable practices — all of which benefit the company's valued customers. A commitment to minimizing its ecological footprint has seen the sustainability goals of Scottish articulated hauler manufacturer Rokbak showcase a dedication to environmental stewardship in the heavy machinery industry. Click for more...

DA45-5 Articulated Dump Truck Offers Enhanced Performance, Large Payload Capacity →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The DEVELON DA45-5 articulated dump truck (ADT) offers power, technology, comfort and larger payload capacity. The 45-ton ADT helps customers who regularly operate on large construction sites, in quarries or in mining operations. Payload Measuring System The DA45-5 comes standard with an active payload measuring system for increased productivity and reduced cycle times. The system provides ADT operators with improved truck management and load optimization by helping to protect against extensive overloading. Click for more...

Gold-Standard Rokbak Excels in Silver State →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The state of Nevada may be famous for its casinos, but it was far from a gamble when Reno-Tahoe Construction (RTC) added Rokbak to its fleet of machinery for a huge excavation project. As a well-established contractor working throughout the state of Nevada, RTC prides itself on "construction with integrity" and "getting the job done right". And to get the job done right, you need the right equipment. Click for more...

Komatsu 980E-5SE Ultra-Class Electric Drive Mining Truck Offers Highest-in-Class Horsepower Available →

The economics of surface mining require the highest production at the lowest lifetime cost per ton (CPT). By combining outstanding build quality with multiple features designed to improve fuel efficiency and reduce downtime, the 4,400-hp Komatsu 980E-5SE electric drive mining truck offers increased speed on grade in deep pit applications. The truck's redesigned ergonomic automotive-style cab works to increase operator comfort and lessen driving fatigue. Click for more...

Rokbak Expands U.S. Dealer Network →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Rokbak has further expanded its U.S. dealer network by partnering with Alpha & Omega Equipment Sales and Rental — one of Texas' leading providers of construction equipment. This new partnership supports Rokbak's expansion plans, reinforces its commitment to customers and strengthens its presence in this important market. Alpha & Omega will bring both the RA30 and RA40 to its customers in Lubbock and Midland-Odessa, Texas, who work in industries including construction and mining. Click for more...

Rokbak Awards its Top Dealers of the Year →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Rokbak's Dealer of the Year award had a twist in its most recent celebration of exceptional efforts within its dealer network. This time round, there were four categories — marking an expansion of the awards to acknowledge the different contributions dealers have made in the last year. The awards celebrated the achievements of Molson Group, Porter Group, AUSTRO Baumaschinen and Easton Sales & Rentals. Click for more...

VIDEO: Rokbak RA30 Delivers On All Fronts for Skene Group →

While Rokbak continues to build a global reputation for robust and reliable articulated haulers, just 50 mi. directly east of the company's headquarters in Motherwell, Scotland, Skene Group Construction Services Ltd has put a RA30 to work. Skene Group is a proud family business with a core group of long-term employees which was started in 1968 by the now-retired Donald Skene, with his son Neil later taking over as chairman and daughter Jill as a director. Click for more...

Volvo CE Delivers North America's First Machine Made Using Fossil-Free Steel →

From Construction Equipment Guide... At ConExpo 2023 in Las Vegas, Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) handed over the keys to the first construction machine made from fossil-free steel for a North American customer — and it's the second delivery in the world. The machine, an A30G articulated hauler, has been purchased by Pennsy Supply Inc., a CRH company and long-standing Volvo CE customer, for use at its East Petersburg Quarry in Pa. Click for more...

Liebherr's New TA 230 Litronic Articulated Dump Truck →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Liebherr's TA 230 Litronic is a representative of the new generation of articulated dump trucks The new TA 230 has been redeveloped based on comprehensive market research and customer feedback, featuring modern technology. This model has been tested to the limits through extensive evaluation phases to meet the highest quality standards. The result: An excellent product with a new design, which presents maximum quality and reliability. Click for more...

Rokbak Roadmap: Four Key Themes →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Rokbak used its presence at ConExpo to highlight four connected product focus areas that will continue to shape the company's development journey and have been created from customer feedback, market research, technology advancements and product performance improvements. The four themes are innovation, sustainability, connected services and efficiencies — and they encompass everything from future product developments to reducing operational costs. Click for more...

Komatsu's HM400-5 Articulated Truck On Display at ConExpo →

From Construction Equipment Guide... For job sites where roads are not well-established, or may not exist, the Komatsu HM400-5 articulated truck is engineered to move material across challenging and adverse terrain. On display at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2023 in booth W42044, the HM400-5 is designed to deliver productive, consistent performance for operators of all experience levels. The truck is well-known in the industry for its reliability and long-term durability. Click for more...

Two Rokbak RA30s Work on Mega Pipeline Project →

From Construction Equipment Guide... When Utah-based contractor BHI was awarded low bid on a 3-mi. stretch of canal essential to the irrigation around the largest city in Uintah County, in the north-eastern part of the state, it knew that extensive excavation and backfill would be on the cards and that it would require the most robust and reliable equipment. Hive of Activity in Beehive State BHI has been tasked by Uintah Water Conservancy District to enclose a 78 in. Click for more...

Komatsu's Chattanooga Manufacturing Facility Begins Production of HM400-5 Articulated Trucks →

From Construction Equipment Guide... To support growing demand, Komatsu has begun producing the company's HM400-5 articulated haul trucks at its factory in Chattanooga, Tenn. While the trucks were produced in Chattanooga in the mid-2000s, in 2009 production shifted to the company's plant in Ibaraki, Japan, where it has remained until now. Used primarily in construction, quarry and mining applications, the 473-hp HM400-5 is designed to move material across challenging terrain while delivering productive, consistent performance for operators of all experience levels. Click for more...

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