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Heavy Trucks: Class 7 & 8
Peterbilt 567 Vocational Truck
Peterbilt Motors Co. - Paccar
January 28, 2021
Peterbilt Model 567 Dump
Heavy Trucks: Class 7 & 8
Volvo VHD
Volvo Trucks North America
January 28, 2021
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Heavy Trucks: Class 7 & 8
Kenworth W990 Adds AG130 Front Air Suspension as Option
Kenworth Truck Company
AG130 front air suspension rated at 13,200 lbs.
January 15, 2021
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Heavy Trucks: Class 7 & 8
Cost-Saving Specifications to Cut Construction-Truck Weight to Haul More Payload
There are many alternatives to expensive aluminum components which can help cut construction-truck costs and weight at the same time, without sacrificing durability
January 4, 2021
The frame is a good place to start when shaving weight. Because most frame strength lies in the flanges, Volvo Trucks North America uses 3.54- and 4.13-in. flanges rather than a typical industry-standard flange of 3.25 in. to increase the frame’s strength. Larger flanges positioned farther apart result in a higher RBM.
Heavy Trucks: Class 7 & 8
Cleaning Up the Cold War: Wyoming Uranium Mine Reclamation Project
K-Tec Earthmovers
Summit Excavation & Grading used two Volvo 40-Ton Articulated Dump Trucks each pulling two K-Tec 1237ADT train scrapers on the former uranium mine site — the McIntosh Pit, a multi-phase reclamation near Jeffrey City, Wyoming.
December 23, 2020
Summit utilized two Volvo 40-ton articulated dump trucks pulling K-Tec 1237ADT scrapers (such as shown) in a train configuration on the long haul from the east spoil pile.
Site Dumpers
5 Things to Look for When Buying a Used Dump Truck
Ritchie Bros. offers this list of inspection items to check out before you purchase your next used dump truck
November 30, 2020
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Trucks & Transportation
Explore Alternate Truck Acquisition Strategies to Weather the COVID Economy
Looking toward uncertain pace of recession recovery in 2021, here are some ways to overcome the many unknowns that influence construction truck purchase decisions.
November 30, 2020
The biggest mistake buyers make is not doing their research. Make sure you know and understand the specs for your job and buy the truck that best meets your needs. Some key specs to pay attention to are overall weight, front and rear axle ratings, length/height/weight of the bed, style of gate, style of hinge release, style of hoist system, engine/transmission and horsepower.
Heavy Trucks: Class 7 & 8
Mack Defense Donates to the Fisher House Foundation
Mack Trucks Inc.
A multiyear partnership between Mack Defense and Fisher House Foundation provides a $20,000 donation to the nonprofit serving military and veteran families. This contribution comes from the Mack Anthem Digi Camo diecast model's sales.
November 19, 2020
Mack Defense announced a multiyear partnership with Fisher House Foundation in which proceeds from the Mack Anthem Digi Camo diecast models sales will be donated to the nonprofit serving military and veteran’s families. Mack will donate $20,000 this year for sales in 2019 and 2020, and will contribute up to $10,000 more next year as sales continue.
Heavy Trucks: Class 7 & 8
International Truck Launches the Next Generation of its HX Series Severe Service Trucks
Navistar International Corporation
The HX Series is available in both a set-forward axle HX520 and a set-back axle HX620.
November 17, 2020
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Heavy Trucks: Class 7 & 8
Autocar DC-64D Severe-Duty Class 8 Truck
Autocar
Autocar builds custom trucks designed to fit the exact needs of construction body requirements that improve job performance, safety, and maximize uptime.
November 5, 2020
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Heavy Trucks: Class 7 & 8
Spec for the Heavy Haul
The weight of the load, distance traveled, amount of time spent off road and regional terrain influence heavy haul decisions.
November 2, 2020
Many people think they need a double frame rail regardless and they may not. It depends on the fifth wheel load on the tractor. You may have a high GCW, but you don’t have that huge load on the fifth wheel.
Truck Parts & Components
Cummins Announces its EPA 2021 X12 and X15 Series Engines
Cummins Inc.
These heavy-duty diesel engines from Cummins were built upon the proven architecture of their EPA 2017 versions.
October 19, 2020
Cummins X15
Heavy Trucks: Class 7 & 8
Dig-it Excavating Uses Trucks as Key Marketing Tool
Kenworth Truck Company
Dig-it Excavating sees its Kenworth T8880s as a key element of completing jobs and promoting the business.
October 5, 2020
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Equipment
Friday Flashback: 5 Articles to Help You Spec, Match and Maintain Equipment
Check out the week's top trending construction equipment-related articles from the archives of ForConstructionPros.com.
October 2, 2020
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Heavy Trucks: Class 7 & 8
Western Star 49X Class 8 Truck
Western Star - Daimler Trucks North America
All-new Class 8 truck features stronger, lighter chassis and purpose-built X-series reinforced aluminum cab.
September 30, 2020
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Heavy Trucks: Class 7 & 8
Western Star Builds Next-generation Vocational Truck
The 49X was designed from the ground up to meet the most demanding vocational applications.
September 29, 2020
The Western Star 49X features a stronger, lighter chassis that is equipped with the company’s new X-series cab. It enables a total weight savings of over 350 lbs. in like-for-like spec’ing versus the current Western Star 4900.
Heavy Trucks: Class 7 & 8
Volvo Trucks Unleashes Redesigned VHD Vocational Truck
The VHD incorporates structural upgrades and advanced technologies.
July 22, 2020
Safety and productivity features being introduced on the VHD include Volvo Dynamic Steering (VDS) and the next generation of Volvo Active Driver Assist (VDS).
Trucks & Transportation
[TRANSPORTATION CHAIN] Emerging Technologies and Trends in Trucks, Trucking and the Supply Chain
Here's the technologies and trends that have emerged during the COVID-19 pandemic and their effects on the freight and transportation industry.
July 9, 2020
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