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We will explain to you in a simple way what a dump truck is and what different types of dump trucks exist.
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Dumpers are (utility) vehicles whose loading area can be tilted. The area may be open or covered with a tarp. In most cases, the loading area tilts backwards, sideways or even in both directions. Dump trucks are used to transport bulk goods, such as gravel or sand. By tilting, you can quickly unload without muscle strength. Due to the intended use, dump trucks are built to be correspondingly robust. This means a strong, flat loading area and thick walls on the sides.
A distinction is made here according to the direction of tilting:
But the type of use also helps to differentiate between dump trucks:
Dump trucks are a subgroup of single-sided tippers with a direction of tilting in the opposite direction of travel. They mainly transport bulk goods. Either in road haulage (semi-trailer, dump trailer, dump truck) or in the heavy-duty sector (in mines, for example). Because of their location, some of them are built for difficult terrain far from the road. In road haulage, dump trucks are available as trailers or as a fixed body on a mostly four-axle truck chassis.
A dump truck with a tarpaulin is a truck for transporting bulk goods including a tilting surface. As a special feature, a tarpaulin is used, which allows the bulk material to be protected from the weather. Such as rain or snow. This is important when transporting agricultural products or when transporting materials that can store liquids. In this case, the maximum permitted mass may be exceeded.
A dump truck with a tarpaulin is a truck for transporting bulk goods including a tilting surface. As a special feature, a crane is installed, which allows the bulk material to be loaded onto the truck without further assistance from a second vehicle.
A dump truck with a tarpaulin is a commercial vehicle for transporting bulk goods including a tilting surface. As a special feature, a double cabin (DoKA) is installed, which allows more than 3 people to be transported.
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