5 best dump trucks

Trucks play a huge role in the work of society. In a number of industries self-unloading machines have priority. They become indispensable assistants in construction, in agriculture, in mining, etc. In each case, managers of enterprises pick up dump trucks with a set of specific properties. One requires maximum payload, others value mobility in trucks, while others only focus on their financial capabilities. Today in the Russian market is represented by equipment from around the world. Consumer offers road machines, mining (off-road) dump trucks, equipment for underground work. Most often, attention is attracted by models of the universal plan, which are able to carry different loads, both along asphalt roads and off-road. To choose the right car, experts recommend to take into account several factors.

1. Prudent owners always want to get a good technique for the minimum amount of money. Today, along with the popular Russian and Belarusian dump trucks, machines from China are successfully working. According to some indicators, Chinese trucks already look preferable to our equipment.
2. But it is important not only to buy a cheap truck, it will still have to be serviced. The availability of spare parts, engine efficiency, unpretentiousness to Russian conditions, maintainability are those moments that can have a decisive influence on the purchase.
3. Modern managers do not forget about the convenience of the driver. To withstand a complete shift on a dump truck, an optimum microclimate must be created in the cab. Only in this case there will be a minimum amount of sick leave.

Our review includes the best dump trucks that confidently romp along the roads of Russia. When selecting applicants, the following criteria were taken into account:

• reliability and simplicity;
• universality;
• price;
• expert opinion;
• consumer reviews.

TOP 5 best dump trucks

5 Volvo FMX

Perfectly adapted to the Russian roads and climate Swedish dump truck Volvo FMX. This large-tonnage car is designed for handling large volumes of cargo (up to 35 tons) both on asphalt roads and off-road. The truck is built on a spar frame with 8x4 wheel layout. Under the cab there is a powerful “heart” of a dump truck (420 hp.) In the form of an in-line diesel engine with turbocharging and an electronic injection system. The journalists of the Internet portal "Wheels" tested the Swedish dump truck, calling it an outstanding personality. The equipment fully complies with all the stated requirements and is suitable for operation in the Russian conditions.

Drivers who migrated from domestic dump trucks to Volvo FMX, noted an unprecedented level of comfort, convenience and comfort. The machine is well managed, not afraid of bad roads. Only the price of this truck is very high.

4 MAZ 5550

The most affordable dump truck in our review was a truck from Belarus MAZ 5550. This machine is designed to transport goods on relatively good roads. Drive on the rear axle is unlikely to cope with serious off-road, especially if the car carries 10-12 tons of sand or coal. But the manufacturer offers the consumer a wide range of power units. All 6-cylinder models are created at the Yaroslavl Engine Plant. They are simple and unpretentious, the maximum power reaches 310 liters. with. The modification of the MAZ-5550V3 is completed with a rowed German four MAN D0834LFL65. With a capacity of 220 liters. with. the motor is distinguished by high tensile and economical.

Owners of dump trucks MAZ 5550 in a flattering comments on the availability of cars and a good body. Of the shortcomings drivers say inefficient headlights. Before you start working on the dump truck, you should tighten all the connections.

3 HOWO 6x6

Chinese dump trucks HOWO 6x6 have proven themselves in our country. The manufacturer managed to make a modern truck, which combines the strength of the structure, reliable filling, good technical characteristics and reasonable price. The car has a wheel formula 6x6, which allows you to overcome the Russian roads. For the driver, comfortable conditions have been created in the cabin, there is even one sleeping place for rest. The equipment is equipped with a rectangular body of 18 cu. m, and the load capacity of the car is 25 tons. The dump truck is driven by an in-line diesel engine of 9.7 liters. Its power reaches 340 liters. with. Even in the basic configuration, the car has air conditioning, ABS, power windows, power steering, audio system.

In the reviews, Russian drivers admire the level of comfort, a good sleeping bag and the reliability of an inexpensive Chinese dump truck. The disadvantage is the lack of spare parts.

2 KAMAZ 65115

Domestic heavy-duty dump truck KAMAZ 65115 is well known in Russia. Not so long ago, the model was restyled, which had a positive impact on the appearance and technical parameters. Russian trucks are valued for their reliability and unpretentiousness, with them there are no problems during maintenance and repair. The model is equipped with an economical diesel engine Cummins 6ISBe, which has a capacity of 300 liters. with. After the upgrade, the curb weight of the truck decreased to 10 tons, and the payload increased to 15 tons. The machine works on the old platform with a 6x4 wheel formula. Technique has proven itself in difficult operating conditions, it is not afraid of overload (up to 17-18 tons).

Professional drivers speak flatteringly in reviews about the reliability and simplicity of the KAMAZ 65115 dump truck. Before operating, mechanics advise to check the lubrication in the running gear, to tighten the bolts and nuts in the critical components.

1 Scania G440

The Scania G440 all-wheel drive dump truck with a 6x6 wheel arrangement is designed to transport a wide range of goods on different roads. The machine is versatile, which allows its use in different areas of production. A Swedish truck feels great on construction sites, in the industrial sector, in agricultural enterprises and as a mining truck. The equipment is completed with a steel cabin, inside of which comfortable conditions for the chauffeur’s work are created. The capacity of the truck is limited to 25 tons, and the volume of the body is 16 cu. m. Powered by a 440 liter in-line diesel engine with a turbocharger. with.

Drivers who have worked on the Scania G440, in a review noted the versatility of the dump truck. Very high-torque motor combined with all-wheel drive allow you to move confidently in off-road conditions. A cozy cabin with a good finish deserves praise.

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