Tipper Truck Makers Aim at Productive Hauling and Tipping

Tipper Truck manufacturers are increasingly focusing on new product placements to meet the evolving needs of quarrying and higher-end mining operations. The current preparedness is strong, with sales hovering around 2800-3000 units per month, with a 2-4 percent decline reported between April-May 2015. Manufacturers believe that this strategy will boost sales and consolidate market share, as Indian quarrying operations become more fragmented in size and varied output. Eicher Trucks & Buses offers the new ‘Pro-6000 Series’ of tipper & haulage trucks with technology derived from Volvo Group, their joint venture partner. These trucks are designed for combined mode applications, suitable for Indian quarries.

Eicher Tipper Trucks feature an ergonomic cab, comfortable powered steering wheel, and hydraulic controlled power train for optimized engine performance. They also offer high stability, making them safe to move with loads and tip it in undulated conditions. Eicher also provides product support to tippers working at quarry sites through its 200+ dealers, containerized service stations with engineers and parts, and mobile workshops Volvo offers its FMX 440, 8×4 mining tippers with 19.5 cum body for overburden haulage with manual and automated transmission. The company also offers two body variants for OB removal application (Manufacturer) rock body design and Exhaust Heated Body (EHB).

The Volvo D13A440 engine, a 440 HP, 12.8 litre in-line 6-cylinder engine, is suitable for mining applications due to its steady flow of power uphill and massive braking power downhill. It meets Euro 3 exhaust emission regulations and offers fast acceleration, excellent pulling power, comfortable low-speed handling, and fuel efficiency. Volvo tippers also offer higher tractive effort at mining sites, particularly in poor underfoot conditions. Volvo, a leading truck manufacturer, has developed tipper trucks that are designed for confined loading and dumping areas. The wheelbase of the vehicle is kept low to keep the turning circle dia low and convenient for operation.

Volvo also provides onsite support to its tipper trucks working at mining sites through customized services with container workshops deployed at the sites. The company has 150 touch points including state-of-the-art workshops and various service support centers Volvo Trucks offers Dynalite, an online transport information system for improved profitability. Customers can view their vehicles’ performance data in real time, allowing them to make informed decisions and reduce fuel costs. The Fuel & Environment service saves customers time and effort by providing clear information related to vehicle performance Ashok Leyland, a leading truck manufacturer, has been working on.

Expanding its offerings in the tipper truck segment for rising combined mode applications operations. The company offers various capacities, payloads, and body configurations, with the ‘Captain’ range being aimed at coal mining for overburden clearance and bigger quarrying operations. Ashok Leyland has set up its own body design center to provide fully customized bodies for contractors like Dilip Buildcon and others Ashok Leyland provides maintenance support for its tipper trucks working at quarries and mines through its 60 container workshops and 180 dealers with 480 touch points. The company is looking forward to expanding its touch points to leverage services support.

Tata Motors has introduced the Prima LX range of tippers, designed to meet the industry’s demands for high performance and fuel efficiency. The range includes tippers from 25 tonnes to 31 tonnes with power nodes ranging from 230hp to 280hp. The Tata Prima 3138.K is specifically built for deep mining in coal, iron ore, lignite mines, and bulk limestone movement in off-road applications. It features a 9-speed Eaton manual transmission, Cummins Isle CRDi engine, new generation brakes, ABS, and hub reduction axle The Tata Prima LX 2528.K is an ideal combination of power and economy for mining and construction applications. Its robustness is due to its stronger.

Chassis, specially designed 1200 X 24 mining tires, and durable suspension. The product features include a Tata G1150 9-speed gear box, Tata Motors heavy duty bogie suspension, chassis frame, single plate push type organic clutch, and a 4-point suspension for reduced noise and vibration levels Hyva Truck offers the Prima & Prima Lx range of tippers with hub reduction options, powerful engines, and robust aggregates, making them suitable for various applications. Tata Motors provides various offerings, including 24×7 onsite support service through mobile service vans, extensive driver and mechanic training, and quick services from its widest service network of dealers and Tata Authorised Service Stations (TASS) across India.

Asia Motor Works is also working on body improvements, with the company manufacturing its own body under the brand name ‘Transfer.’ AMW Trucks manufactures tippers of (Tipper Truck)16-31 GVW capacity and uses 180-235 hp Cummins- ‘D’ Series engines for combined mode applications. Hyva India will launch its new ‘Alpha’ series hydraulic cylinders for tipper trucks by this year end, offering lighter, faster, and higher tipping productivity.