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Tag: Komatsu articulated dump trucks
Construction Equipment
In high demand, popular articulated dump truck models seeing steady improvements
Articulated dump trucks, with their ability to efficiently move dirt throughout the jobsite, are in high demand these days. Dealers report they can’t keep them in their rental fleets, and customers are scrambling to find someone, anyone, who can meet their need for artics. While there have been steady technological advancements, the “wow” factor isn’t […]
August 16, 2019
Construction Equipment
With articulated dump trucks topped out at 60 tons, OEM focus shifts to smaller, more nimble models
Why has the capacity of articulated dump trucks plateaued at the 60-ton level? Find out why and get other heavy equipment industry news on Equipment World.
October 23, 2018
Construction Equipment
Beyond Size: Latest articulated dump trucks include better drivetrains, dumping and more
A For decades, the average size of articulated dump trucks (ADTs or artics) has been creeping up. Where once 24-ton machines were considered the standard size, 35-ton machines are the new benchmark. And the over-39-ton size category now sports 17 models (see chart). As long as they’re properly matched to their loading tools, bigger trucks […]
October 9, 2017
Construction Equipment
Komatsu launches HM400-5 articulated dump truck
Komatsu has introduced its latest articulated dump truck, a 44-tonner with a redesigned dash control panel as well as a Tier 4 Final engine the heavy equipment manufacturer says reduces fuel consumption and operating costs. The HM400-5 is powered y a Komatsu SAA6D140E-7 engine producing 469 horsepower. The engine uses Selective Catalyst Reduction (SCR) and […]
February 2, 2015
Construction Equipment
Komatsu launches 31-ton HM300-5 articulated dump truck
Komatsu focused on reducing operating cost with the development of the company’s HM300-5 articulated dump truck, which features an EPA Tier 4 final SAA6D125E-7 engine that delivers 324 net horsepower. With integrated Selective Catalyst Reduction, the engine reduces NOx emissions using AdBlue DEF. The engine’s electronic control system manages parameters including the airflow rate, fuel […]
September 19, 2014
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