Hyundai Construction Equipment (Europe) has added to its range of articulated dump trucks, with the introduction of a new 45t model that uses a twin-rear wheel layout to carry a 41t payload in a 25.7m3 dump body.
With a six-cylinder Scania diesel engine delivering 368kW of power and 2476Nm of torque, the new HA45A 4x4 has an electronically controlled ZF automatic transmission system with eight forward speeds and four reverse options.
Equipped with a retarder and a lock-up facility in all gears, the transmission offers economy with the kind of power delivery needed for hill climbing duties. Operators can maintain control when driving downhill, without having to use the service brakes, reducing wear and boosting overall efficiency.
Oil-cooled wet disc brakes boost braking ability when required and the machine can be held in a stopped position, even when the operator takes their foot off the brake pedal, with auto-hold.
The truck comes with standard control payload and overload indication, through the rear suspension, preventing overloading and ensuring safe use.
With self-levelling front and rear hydro-gas suspension, the truck has been designed to provide a comfortable ride at higher haul speeds.
As one of the largest operator cabs in the ADT sector, operators will benefit from a 12in digital data display, excellent visibility, more storage space and upgraded HVAC and sound systems.
With body heating and additional wear plates available, the truck has a gradient metre with body flip over protection and a Body Over Centre of Gravity function, to ensure stable tipping. Back-up indication and a review view camera are standard.
The OEM says it is suited to mine and quarry customers, or civil engineering businesses with longer hauls on stable ground in all weather conditions
