Dump truck

Truck which can tip its bed, dumping its contents For other uses, see Dump truck (disambiguation). Not to be confused with Garbage truck.

A dump truck, known also as a dumping truck, dump trailer, dumper trailer, dump lorry or dumper lorry or a dumper for short, is used for transporting materials (such as dirt, gravel, or demolition waste) for construction as well as coal. A typical dump truck is equipped with an open-box bed, which is hinged at the rear and equipped with hydraulic rams to lift the front, allowing the material in the bed to be deposited ("dumped") on the ground behind the truck at the site of delivery. In the UK, Australia, South Africa and India the term applies to off-road construction plants only and the road vehicle is known as a tip lorry, tipper lorry (UK, India), tipper truck, tip truck, tip trailer or tipper trailer or simply a tipper (Australia, New Zealand, South Africa).

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History

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The dump truck is thought to have been first conceived in the farms of late 19th century western Europe. Thornycroft developed a steam dust-cart in with a tipper mechanism.[1] The first motorized dump trucks in the United States were developed by small equipment companies such as The Fruehauf Trailer Corporation, Galion Buggy Co. and Lauth-Juergens among many others around .[2] Hydraulic dump beds were introduced by Wood Hoist Co. shortly after. Such companies flourished during World War I due to massive wartime demand. August Fruehauf had obtained military contracts for his semi-trailer, invented in and later created the partner vehicle, the semi-truck for use in World War I. After the war, Fruehauf introduced hydraulics in his trailers. They offered hydraulic lift gates, hydraulic winches and a dump trailer for sales in the early s. Fruehauf became the premier supplier of dump trailers and their famed "bathtub dump" was considered to be the best by heavy haulers, road and mining construction firms.[3][4][5]

Companies like Galion Buggy Co. continued to grow after the war by manufacturing a number of express bodies and some smaller dump bodies that could be easily installed on either stock or converted (heavy-duty suspension and drivetrain) Model T chassis prior to . Galion and Wood Mfg. Co. built all of the dump bodies offered by Ford on their heavy-duty AA and BB chassis during the s.[6][7] Galion (now Galion Godwin Truck Body Co.) is the oldest known truck body manufacturer still in operation today.

The first known Canadian dump truck was developed in Saint John, New Brunswick, when Robert T. Mawhinney attached a dump box to a flatbed truck in . The lifting device was a winch attached to a cable that fed over sheave (pulley) mounted on a mast behind the cab. The cable was connected to the lower front end of the wooden dump box which was attached by a pivot at the back of the truck frame. The operator turned a crank to raise and lower the box.[8][9]

From the s Euclid, International-Harvester and Mack contributed to ongoing development. Mack modified its existing trucks with varying success. In Euclid became the first manufacturer in the world to successfully produce a dedicated off-highway truck.[10]

Types

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Today, virtually all dump trucks operate by hydraulics and they come in a variety of configurations each designed to accomplish a specific task in the construction material supply chain.

Standard dump truck

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A standard dump truck is a truck chassis with a dump body mounted to the frame. The bed is raised by a vertical hydraulic ram mounted under the front of the body (known as a front post hoist configuration), or a horizontal hydraulic ram and lever arrangement between the frame rails (known as an underbody hoist configuration), and the back of the bed is hinged at the back of the truck. The tailgate (sometimes referred to as an end gate) can be configured to swing up on top hinges (and sometimes also to fold down on lower hinges)[11] or it can be configured in the "High Lift Tailgate" format wherein pneumatic or hydraulic rams lift the gate open and up above the dump body. Some bodies, typically for hauling grain, have swing-out doors for entering the box and a metering gate/chute in the center for a more controlled dumping.

In the United States most standard dump trucks have one front steering axle and one (4x2[a] 4-wheeler) or two (6x4 6-wheeler) rear axles which typically have dual wheels on each side. Tandem rear axles are almost always powered,[b] front steering axles are also sometimes powered (4x4, 6x6). Unpowered axles are sometimes used to support extra weight.[c] Most unpowered rear axles can be raised off the ground to minimize wear when the truck is empty or lightly loaded, and are commonly called "lift axles".[12][13]

European Union heavy trucks often have two steering axles. Dump truck configurations are two, three, and four axles. The four-axle eight wheeler has two steering axles at the front and two powered axles at the rear[14] and is limited to 32 metric tons (35 short tons; 31 long tons) gross weight in most EU countries.[15] The largest of the standard European dump trucks is commonly called a "centipede" and has seven axles. The front axle is the steering axle, the rear two axles are powered, and the remaining four are lift axles.[16]

The shorter wheelbase of a standard dump truck often makes it more maneuverable than the higher capacity semi-trailer dump trucks.

• An Ashok Leyland Comet dump truck, an example of a very basic 4×2 dump truck used for payloads of 10 metric tons (11.0 short tons; 9.8 long tons) or less
• US 4-axle with lift axle
• EU four-axle with two steering axles

Semi trailer end dump truck

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A semi end dump is a tractor-trailer combination wherein the trailer itself contains the hydraulic hoist. In the US a typical semi end dump has a 3-axle tractor pulling a 2-axle trailer with dual tires, in the EU trailers often have 3 axles and single tires. The key advantage of a semi end dump is a large payload. A key disadvantage is that they are very unstable when raised in the dumping position limiting their use in many applications where the dumping location is uneven or off level.[17] Some end dumps make use of an articulated arm (known as a stabilizer) below the box, between the chassis rails, to stabilize the load in the raised position.

Frame and Frameless end dump truck

Depending on the structure, semi trailer end dump truck can also be divided into frame trailer and frameless trailer.[18]

The main difference between them is the different structure. The frame dump trailer has a large beam that runs along the bottom of the trailer to support it. The frameless dump trailer has no frame under the trailer but has ribs that go around the body for support and the top rail of the trailer serves as a suspension bridge for support.

The difference in structure also brings with it a difference in weight. Frame dump trailers are heavier. For the same length, a frame dump trailer weighs around 5 ton more than a frameless dump trailer.

Transfer dump truck

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A transfer dump truck is a standard dump truck pulling a separate trailer with a movable cargo container, which can also be loaded with construction aggregate, gravel, sand, asphalt, klinkers, snow, wood chips, triple mix, etc.

The second aggregate container on the trailer ("B" box),[19] is powered by an electric motor, a pneumatic motor or a hydraulic line. It rolls on small wheels, riding on rails from the trailer's frame into the empty main dump container ("A" box). This maximizes payload capacity without sacrificing the maneuverability of the standard dump truck. Transfer dump trucks are typically seen in the western United States due to the peculiar weight restrictions on highways there.

Another configuration is called a triple transfer train, consisting of a "B" and "C" box. These are common on Nevada and Utah Highways, but not in California. Depending on the axle arrangement, a triple transfer can haul up to 129,000 kilograms (284,000 pounds) with a special permit in certain American states. As of , a triple transfer costs a contractor about $105 an hour, while a A/B configuration costs about $85 per hour.

Transfer dump trucks typically haul between 26 and 27 short tons (23.6 and 24.5 t; 23.2 and 24.1 long tons) of aggregate per load, each truck is capable of 3'5 loads per day, generally speaking.

Truck and pup

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A truck and pup is very similar to a transfer dump. It consists of a standard dump truck pulling a dump trailer. The pup trailer, unlike the transfer, has its own hydraulic ram and is capable of self-unloading.

Superdump truck

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A super dump is a straight dump truck equipped with a trailing axle, a liftable, load-bearing axle rated as high as 13,000 pounds (5,897 kg). Trailing 11 to 13 feet (3.35 to 3.96 m) behind the rear tandem, the trailing axle stretches the outer "bridge" measurement'the distance between the first and last axles'to the maximum overall length allowed. This increases the gross weight allowed under the federal bridge formula, which sets standards for truck size and weight. Depending on the vehicle length and axle configuration, Superdumps can be rated as high as 80,000 pounds (36,287 kg) GVW and carry 26 short tons (23.6 t; 23.2 long tons) of payload or more. When the truck is empty or ready to offload, the trailing axle toggles up off the road surface on two hydraulic arms to clear the rear of the vehicle. Truck owners call their trailing axle-equipped trucks Superdumps because they far exceed the payload, productivity, and return on investment of a conventional dump truck. The Superdump and trailing axle concept were developed by Strong Industries of Houston, Texas.

Semi trailer bottom dump truck

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A semi bottom dump, bottom hopper, or belly dump is a (commonly) 3-axle tractor pulling a 2-axle trailer with a clam shell type dump gate in the belly of the trailer. The key advantage of a semi bottom dump is its ability to lay material in a windrow, a linear heap. In addition, a semi bottom dump is maneuverable in reverse, unlike the double and triple trailer configurations described below. These trailers may be found either of the windrow type shown in the photo or may be of the cross spread type, with the gate opening front to rear instead of left and right. The cross spread type gate will actually spread the cereal grains fairly and evenly from the width of the trailer. By comparison, the windrow-type gate leaves a pile in the middle. The cross spread type gate, on the other hand, tends to jam and may not work very well with coarse materials.

Double and triple trailer bottom dump truck

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Double and triple bottom dumps consist of a 2-axle tractor pulling one single-axle semi-trailer and an additional full trailer (or two full trailers in the case of triples). These dump trucks allow the driver to lay material in windrows without leaving the cab or stopping the truck. The main disadvantage is the difficulty in backing double and triple units.

The specific type of dump truck used in any specific country is likely to be closely keyed to the weight and axle limitations of that jurisdiction. Rock, dirt, and other types of materials commonly hauled in trucks of this type are quite heavy, and almost any style of truck can be easily overloaded. Because of that, this type of truck is frequently configured to take advantage of local weight limitations to maximize the cargo. For example, within the United States, the maximum weight limit is 40 short tons (36.3 t; 35.7 long tons) throughout the country, except for specific bridges with lower limits. Individual states, in some instances, are allowed to authorize trucks up to 52.5 short tons (47.6 t; 46.9 long tons). Most states that do so require that the trucks be very long, to spread the weight over more distance. It is in this context that double and triple bottoms are found within the United States.

Bumper Pull Dump Trailer

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Bumper Pull personal and commercial Dump Trailers come in a variety of sizes from smaller 6x10 7,000 GVWR models to larger 7x16 High Side 14,000[20] GVWR models.

Dump trailers come with a range of options and features such as tarp kits, high side options, dump/spread/swing gates, remote control, scissor, telescop, dual or single cylinder lifts, and metal locking toolboxes. They offer the perfect solution for a variety of applications, including roofing, rock and mulch delivery, general contractors, skid steer grading, trash out, and recycling.

Side dump truck

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A side dump truck (SDT) consists of a 3-axle tractor pulling a 2-axle semi-trailer. It has hydraulic rams that tilt the dump body onto its side, spilling the material to either the left or right side of the trailer. The key advantages of the side dump are that it allows rapid unloading and can carry more weight in the western United States. In addition, it is almost immune to upset (tipping over) while dumping, unlike the semi end dumps which are very prone to tipping over. It is, however, highly likely that a side dump trailer will tip over if dumping is stopped prematurely. Also, when dumping loose materials or cobble sized stone, the side dump can become stuck if the pile becomes wide enough to cover too much of the trailer's wheels. Trailers that dump at the appropriate angle (50° for example) avoid the problem of the dumped load fouling the path of the trailer wheels by dumping their loads further to the side of the truck, in some cases leaving sufficient clearance to walk between the dumped load and the trailer.

Winter service vehicles

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Many winter service vehicles are based on dump trucks, to allow the placement of ballast to weigh the truck down or to hold sodium or calcium chloride salts for spreading on snow and ice-covered surfaces. Plowing is severe service and needs heavy-duty trucks.

Roll-off trucks

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A Roll-off has a hoist and subframe, but no body, it carries removable containers. The container is loaded on the ground, then pulled onto the back of the truck with a winch and cable. The truck goes to the dumpsite, after it has been dumped the empty container is taken and placed to be loaded or stored. The hoist is raised and the container slides down the subframe so the rear is on the ground. The container has rollers on the rear and can be moved forward or back until the front of it is lowered onto the ground. The containers are usually open-topped boxes used for rubble and building debris,[21] but rubbish compactor containers are also carried. A newer hook-lift system ("roller container" in the UK) does the same job, but lifts, lowers, and dumps the container with a boom arrangement instead of a cable and hoist.[22][23]

• Roll-off with box container
• Roller container

Off-highway dump trucks

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Off-highway dump trucks[24] are heavy construction equipment and share little resemblance to highway dump trucks. Bigger off-highway dump trucks are used strictly off-road for mining and heavy dirt hauling jobs. There are two primary forms: rigid frame and articulating frame.

The term "dump" truck is not generally used by the mining industry, or by the manufacturers that build these machines. The more appropriate U.S. term for this strictly off-road vehicle is "haul truck" and the equivalent European term is "dumper".

Haul truck

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Haul trucks are used in large surface mines and quarries. They have a rigid frame and conventional steering with drive at the rear wheel. As of late , the largest ever production haul truck is the 450 metric ton BelAZ , followed by the Liebherr T 282B, the Bucyrus MTAC and the Caterpillar 797F, which each have payload capacities of up to 400 short tons (363 t; 357 long tons). The previous record holder being the Canadian-built Terex 33-19 "Titan", having held the record for over 25 years. Most large-size haul trucks employ Diesel-electric powertrains, using the Diesel engine to drive an AC alternator or DC generator that sends electric power to electric motors at each rear wheel. The Caterpillar 797 is unique for its size, as it employs a Diesel engine to power a mechanical powertrain, typical of most road-going vehicles and intermediary size haul trucks. Other major manufacturers of haul trucks include SANY, XCMG, Hitachi, Komatsu, DAC, Terex, and BelAZ.

Articulated hauler

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An articulated dumper is an all-wheel-drive, off-road dump truck. It has a hinge between the cab and the dump box but is distinct from a semi-trailer truck in that the power unit is a permanent fixture, not a separable vehicle. Steering is accomplished via hydraulic cylinders that pivot the entire tractor in relation to the trailer, rather than rack and pinion steering on the front axle as in a conventional dump truck. By this way of steering, the trailer's wheels follow the same path as the front wheels. Together with all-wheel drive and low center of gravity, it is highly adaptable to rough terrain. Major manufacturers include Volvo CE, Terex, John Deere, and Caterpillar.

U-shaped dump truck

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U-shaped dump trucks, also known as tub-body trucks, is used to transport construction waste, it is made of high-strength super wear-resistant special steel plate directly bent, and has the characteristics of impact resistance, alternating stress resistance, corrosion resistance and so on.

1. Cleaner unloading U-shaped dump truck, there is no dead angle at the corners of the cargo box, it is not easy to stick to the box when unloading, and the unloading is cleaner.

2. Lightweight The U-shaped cargo box reduces its own weight through structural optimization. Now the most common U-shaped dump is to use high-strength plates. Under the premise of ensuring the strength of the car body, the thickness of the plate is reduced by about 20%, and the self-weight of the car is reduced by about 1 ton, which effectively improves the utilization factor of the load mass.

3. Strong carrying capacity. Using high-strength steel plate, high yield strength, better impact resistance and fatigue resistance. For users of ore transportation, it can reduce the damage of ore to the container.

4. Low center of gravity The U-shaped structure has a lower center of gravity, which makes the ride more stable, especially when cornering, and avoids spilling cargo.

5. Save tires The U-shaped cargo box can keep the cargo in the center, and the tires on both sides are more evenly stressed, which is beneficial to improve the life of the tires.

Dangers

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Collisions

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Dump trucks are normally built for some amount of off-road or construction site driving; as the driver is protected by the chassis and height of the driver's seat, bumpers are either placed high or omitted for added ground clearance. The disadvantage is that in a collision with a standard car, the entire motor section or luggage compartment goes under the truck. Thus, the passengers in the car could be more severely injured than would be common in a collision with another car. Several countries have made rules that new trucks should have bumpers approximately 40 cm (16 in) above ground in order to protect other drivers. There are also rules about how long the load or construction of the truck can go beyond the rear bumper to prevent cars that rear-end the truck from going under it.[25]

Tipping

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Another safety consideration is the leveling of the truck before unloading. If the truck is not parked on relatively horizontal ground, the sudden change of weight and balance due to lifting of the body and dumping of the material can cause the truck to slide, or even to tip over.[26] The live bottom trailer is an approach to eliminate this danger.

Back-up accidents

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Because of their size and the difficulty of maintaining visual contact with on-foot workers, dump trucks can be a threat, especially when backing up.[27] Mirrors and back-up alarms provide some level of protection, and having a spotter working with the driver also decreases back-up injuries and fatalities.[28]

Manufacturers

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See also

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• Transport portal

• Cement mixer truck
• Road roller
• Combine harvester
• Tractor
• Crane construction (truck)
• Bulldozer
• Forklift
• Dumper
• Garbage truck
• Live bottom trailer
• Rear-eject haul truck bodies

Notes

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Why is it called a tipper truck?

Tipper trucks are called dump trucks or dumpers or tipper or tipper lorry. Dump trucks loose materials such as gravel, chippings sand, rocks, etc. Tipper trucks have a loading area at the back that is hinged at the back of the truck and pistons at the front place or deposit the materials at the point of delivery, e.g. as an open-pit mining site, etc.

Both dump trucks and tipper trucks are versatile in the wide range of materials they can carry, such as aggregates, soil, sand, gravel, rocks, construction debris, and other loose or bulk materials. Dump trucks are particularly useful for hauling heavy loads of materials such as mining ore, coal, or large quantities of earth for major construction projects ' while tipper trucks are well-suited for smaller loads, including landscaping materials, construction waste disposal, or delivering construction supplies to confined spaces.

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What are the specifications of a tipper truck?

If you are a dump truck driver/dealer/mine owner etc. you know that there are many different dump trucks available to suit different needs. Whether you are buying a new or used tipper truck, choosing the right tipper truck specs for your own job role is crucial.

1. Total maximum weight when fully loaded

When working on a job, it's important to know the maximum weight a truck can transport, but it's even more important to know its total weight. State laws regarding allowable dump truck weights can vary widely, as can regulations regarding related issues such as the use of lift axles. It's crucial to know your maximum weight and the laws of nearby states to ensure you can operate it wherever you need to go.

2. Chassis impact capability

An often overlooked aspect of dump truck specs is the maximum impact force the chassis can withstand without damage. This is not the same as max weight! The sand poured into the bed may be heavy, but it puts very little pressure on the frame. On the other hand, if you're hauling large, heavy-duty demolition debris, each piece that falls into the bed will be hit with tremendous force. We've seen dump trucks buckle because their operators didn't take this into consideration.

3. Horsepower

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A common misconception is that the correct power for a dump truck is "as much as possible". This is not the case, it will only increase your fuel costs and increase your unladen weight. This is another case where understanding the jobs you might be doing and choosing an engine that matches those jobs will be a better long-term investment.

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What is the purpose of a tipper truck?

A tipper truck is engineered to bear heavy weights and transport materials. You can see why they're perfect for construction projects

If you know anything about construction, you know that you need to be selective about the equipment you use. These decisions depend largely on the conditions at the site and exactly what you plan to transport. Dump trucks are very popular because they can handle a lot of weight, even in more challenging situations. Drivers will even be able to safely drive dump trucks and their cargo.

With a dump truck, you'll be able to maximize the utility of your asset because you'll be making fewer trips. In turn, you save time and money. Since dump trucks can transport so much cargo at once, the need for back and forth will be minimal. Hydraulic lifts make it easy to tilt so transported materials can be instantly unloaded or any unwanted material removed. You'll save valuable time, energy, and ultimately your budget.

Even if the materials are loose, such as sand, dirt, or gravel, dump trucks can transport them without loss. This is not the case with most other vehicles. Dump trucks are ideally suited to perform this task perfectly and smoothly. Therefore, when renting a dump truck, make sure it is practical and safe.

What are tipper trucks used for?

A Tipper Truck is a Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) that has a dump body in the back. Often referred to as tipper trucks, tipper trucks are used to help the construction industry complete projects quickly, efficiently, and safely. A tipper truck's job is to efficiently lift and transport loose construction materials such as asphalt, construction aggregates, dirt, grain, gravel, sand, snow, and wood chips in bulk around a job site. Let's delve into how tipper trucks work so you can better understand what they are used for.

Tipper truck rentals are a common service for people looking to complete a construction project, as tipper trucks help to quickly distribute heavy construction materials around the site. Tipper trucks can help transport the following materials:

• Asphalt

• Construction Aggregate

• Dirt

• Grain

• Gravel

• Sand

• Snow

• Triple mix

• Grass clippings

• Wood chips

How much cargo can a tipper truck carry?

Their maximum load capacity is about 60 - 70 tons, but many models are designed for work in mines with a gross vehicle weight of 30 - 35 tons.

Different types and sizes

Small or residential-centric jobs can usually be handled by bogie-driven trucks weighing less than 12 tons. Next in line are trucks and dog dumpers. These trucks are easy to maneuver around the site and are suitable for smaller projects that don't require large deliveries and high material turnover.

Semi-trailer trucks can be up to 19 meters in length and have higher load capacities. However, the increased load capacity comes at the expense of maneuverability, which means they are suitable for open sites such as large quarries and construction sites.

Benefits of Dump Trucks

Lift heavy loads with ease - Save on labor, dump trucks do the work for you so you don't have to struggle. 

Store heavy loads directly on site - with the tipper truck function, you can transport materials directly to the desired location and unload them without having to do it yourself. 

Flexible mobility - even if the load is very heavy, a tipper truck can transport and unload it precisely. 

Cost-effective - Hiring a dump truck is much less expensive than hiring several people to lift, carry and store heavy loads from one location to another. 

Multiple Dump Truck Options - With dump truck sizes ranging from 60 to 70 tons and many other options in between - there's the right size dump truck for any job. 

Provides a safe, efficient and comfortable driving experience

What is the difference between tipper truck and dump truck?

Dump trucks and tipper trucks are both designed for transporting materials, but differ in their design and their specific mechanisms. 

An articulated dump truck features a hydraulic system that lifts the truck bed to discharge materials in a backward direction, allowing for efficient unloading in designated areas. On the other hand, a tip truck utilises a hydraulic cylinder to tilt the entire truck bed, effectively emptying the load from one side. This makes tipper trucks suitable for unloading in areas where a backward dump may not be feasible, such as alongside walls or in tight spaces.

In terms of capacity, dump trucks and tipper trucks can vary, but dump trucks typically offer larger load capacities compared to tipper trucks, with sizes that can range from small 1 tonne capacity trucks to a massive mining dump truck option that is capable of carrying up to hundreds of tonnes. 

Tipper trucks, while also available in various sizes, generally have smaller load capacities since they are commonly used for smaller-scale projects that require frequent, localised material transport.

How to choose tipper truck?

Additional factors that should always be kept in mind when selecting between a standard dump truck and a tipper truck include cost, project scale, accessibility, and transportation requirements. Dump trucks tend to be more expensive to purchase or rent (particularly the larger models), which is why tipper trucks typically offer a more cost-effective solution for smaller projects. Remember to assess the specific conditions of your site, its space limitations, and the unloading area's accessibility to determine which truck's mechanism will be more suitable for your specific needs.

How to operate the tipper truck

People in the purchase of electric tipper trucks want to make its driving life longer, which not only depends on the quality of electric tipper trucks, but also depends on the use of electric tipper trucks and maintenance, for this knowledge you know how much?

You should always check the water level of the electric tipper battery, the water level should not be too low.

Electric tipper in the charging time, electric tipper how much money, generally then first should be the exhaust port cap unscrewed, and then it is then charging operation.

In fact, in the charging time to do to stop, saturated, then should be unplugged, pay attention to is not super time for charging, in this case for the electric dump truck battery life has a fatal impact.

At the same time is not to undercharge, in general, is to ensure that a one-time charging saturation, electric tricycle, can not be stopped halfway, in this case will also lead to the passivation of the battery.

For some of the current frozen and solidified batteries can not be charged, or not in the environment above 49° charging operation.

Read the instruction manual of the electric tipper charger carefully, so that it is very helpful to correctly carry out charging operation and deal with emergencies.

Loading operation - If the trailer is disconnected from the tractor, it should not be loaded as this may cause the trailer to tip over!

Always load the tipper truck evenly - distribution is important when filling the body of the tipper truck as this also ensures that it does not tip over.

Before unloading the material in the tipper truck body, the tractor must be firmly grounded and the trailer and tractor need to be perfectly aligned.

Before raising the body of the tipper completely into the air, you need to make sure that it does not hit obstacles such as trees or overhead power lines. Also, make sure that the semi-trailer's pneumatic suspension has lowered the air suspension before raising the dump truck.

Once you are sure that all checks have been completed, you can begin unloading. Unloading must be done continuously and smoothly - do not increase the truck's RPM while unloading.

When dumping material, the rear of the tipper must be checked for blockages. If not checked and there is an obstruction, the dump truck may tip over.

If the load is blocked and the tipper body is raised, do not attempt to jerk the body or drive forward in the raised position.

Which tipper truck is the best?

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