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Road freight transportation is one of the cheapest and most accessible types of logistics. They can operate between cities and between different countries, and can also operate within the same locality. In some cases, the tonnage and volume of cargo carried by one vehicle is very important. For this, the largest truck in the world was developed.
This type of vehicle may have a closed or open body. The most common type of truck is the dump truck. Let's look at the largest representatives and find out what they are for.
TOP 10 largest trucks in the world
Off-road dump trucks today have the most impressive dimensions. It is worth noting that they can only work inside the mine area, and movement on public roads is strictly prohibited. The load capacity of these trucks is so great that no road surface can withstand the pressure. In the ranking of the ten largest trucks in the world, the following are sure to be present.
1. BelAZ-75710
The giant from Belarus is the largest truck on the planet and the Guinness Book of Records record holder. Currently, the Zhodino plant "BelAZ" has produced three dump trucks for Russian orders. The company fulfills more than 65% of orders for Russia.
The world's largest dump truck was produced in Belarus
Characteristics of BelAZ-75710:
- Dimensions in meters: 20,6*9,75*8,17;
- Carrying capacity in tons: 450;
- Weight without load in tons: 360.
At the beginning of 2014, the manufacturer decided to surpass previous records by setting a new one. This event is registered in the Guinness Book of Records of the CIS and Europe - BelAZ-75710 took on board 503,5 tons of rock and transported it throughout the territory.
The truck is equipped with two German MTU diesel engines with a capacity of 2330 hp. each. The standard speed is 60 km/h. The car is equipped with two fuel tanks, each of which holds 2 liters. According to the fuel consumption data, this is enough for about 800 km.
2. Caterpillar 797F
The choice of a buyer for a giant dump truck may fall when it is necessary to perform a huge amount of work and reduce the cost per ton of ore. Second place in the top 10 is US 797F from the world famous manufacturer Caterpillar. They produce high-quality construction and stone processing equipment, known throughout the world.
Unique machine of its kind
Introduced in 2008 as an improved version of the 797B. Each is powered by an extremely powerful 3793 hp engine. 'Caterpillar 797F' Specifications:
- Length: 15,09 m;
- Width: 9,53 m;
- Height: 7,44 m;
- Carrying capacity: 363 tons.
It is interesting to note that the American truck weighs almost twice as much as the Belarusian giant - 623690 kg. Modernization increases the speed to 68 km/h, carrying capacity and engine power. The company does not purchase the unit abroad, but manufactures it itself.
Transmission - mechanical, 7-speed. The car is suitable for export and meets quality standards.
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3. BelAZ-75600
Third place in the ranking is occupied by another representative of the Belarusian plant in Zhodino. By the way, the dump truck never leaves the assembly line assembled, but is delivered in parts due to its huge size: 14,9 * 9,25 * 7,22 meters.
The design of the world-class dump truck has been developed at the Belarusian plant for many years.
It was first put into serial production in 2005. It was from him that an electromechanical transmission began to be used at BelAZ. The diesel engine is manufactured by the international company Cummins. The first machine has been successfully operating in Russia at the Kemerovo coal mine for several years.
The cabin is equipped with air conditioning, the dump truck has a number of additional functions:
- remote fire extinguishing system;
- warning system for safe operation near high voltage lines;
- tire pressure monitoring and fueling systems.
After the production department completes the documents for the sale, the truck is loaded with parts and sent to the place of future operation. The assembly team goes there to put everything together.
4. BelAZ-75601
A new huge car from a Belarusian manufacturer. Production started in 2010. BelAZ retained the modern electromechanical transmission, increased the carrying capacity of the previous model from 320 to 360 tons, while the speed parameters remained unchanged.
The car was assembled for reference and promotional purposes.
The Cummins power unit was abandoned in favor of a more powerful German MTU. Hull dimensions were virtually identical to the previous machine described above.
5. Liebherr T282C / T284
The heavy dump truck of the German manufacturer Liebherr is one of the most recognizable machines in the world. Alone, it weighs 261 tons and can lift 400 kg. It is noteworthy that a number of functions can be activated from the display with a light touch of a finger.
Liebherr machines in a quarry
The purchase of one unit costs about 50 euros, and the company offers engines of various capacities. The length of the vehicle body is 000 m.
6. Terex MT 6300AC
The sixth place in the ranking is occupied by the giant brainchild of the now defunct Terex Corporation. At some point, it was acquired by Bucyrus International, which is now owned by the American company Caterpillar. Accordingly, these machines are no longer produced. These units, which came off the assembly line, could carry a maximum of 363 tons of cargo. The empty weight of the truck has been increased by a large tank capacity of nearly 5 liters.
A model that is no longer produced, but impresses with its size.
The last representative was created in 2008.
7. Terex MT 5500AC
The payload capacity of the MT 5500AC is 3 tons less than the previous model. The body dimensions are: 14,87*9,5*7,67 m. It is capable of speeds up to 64 km / h, which is not inferior to other representatives of the class of heavy vehicles.
These trucks can last for decades.
It is currently out of production, but is still in operation in the quarries.
8. Liebherr T282B
This is a classic German design heavy truck. It has been successfully operating and has been in production since 2004. The first model was presented at the BAUMA exhibition in Munich, where it made a splash.
People against the backdrop of the German giant
The Liebherr T282B is equipped with a diesel-electric propulsion system similar to that used in railway locomotives.
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9.Komatsu 960E-1
The photographs of the world's largest trucks clearly show wheel sizes and body length in relation to the people photographed in front of them. The Japanese giant weighing 327 tons also made the list of the largest.
Interesting fact: In 2016, Komatsu began work on the fourth series of trucks of this model, the maximum payload of which will reach 363 kg. This will make Japanese cars a direct competitor to Belarusian ones in terms of weight.
Japanese trucks are not inferior in quality, but they do not match the dimensions of the Belarusian competitor.
These cars have been produced since May 2008. The length of the truck body is 15,6 meters. The equipment is assembled in the USA.
10. Caterpillar 795F AC
The top ten is closed by a truck with a carrying capacity of 313 kg. The American model of the old generation is equipped with a Cat C000-175 engine. The driver's cab is spacious, soundproofed and has a simple control system.
Truck at work
The total operating weight of the car is 570678 kg, and the power of the drive unit is 3400 horsepower. A used car is worth about $2 million on the market.
The biggest American trucks
Residents of the United States prefer to drive big cars. It is not surprising that here they know how to make giant trucks. In addition to those already described in the rating, we present no less large cars that impress with their appearance and size. They have historical value.
Kenworth (Kirkland, Washington, 1923)
Founded in 1923, the concern produces medium and heavy trucks, as well as tractors. They are considered the most recognizable American cars. Since 1944, the shares have been bought out by a representative of another Paccar factory.
Representatives of the Kenworth factory 1963
As of 2019, Kenworth offers customers 13 models of tractors, dump trucks and chassis.
Freightliner (Portland, Oregon, 1942)
The largest manufacturer of heavy equipment in the United States is Freightliner, which produces cars with and without hoods. The annual turnover is $32 billion. Trucks can be seen in popular blockbusters: "Transformers" and "Terminator".
All American trucks have a special look
The famous American yellow school bus is the brainchild of Navistar International. In addition to medium and heavy trucks, it is known for producing Ford V8 engines and other automotive parts.
Model 9900ix
Caterpillar (Deerfield, Illinois, 1925)
The main activity of the American company is the production of specialized heavy equipment for construction work. “Today, Caterpillar has 480 locations in 50 countries. It supplies equipment for both civil and military needs.
AlanMcPhail041607 from Caterpillar
Western Star (Portland, Oregon 1967)
Western Star's main products are class 8 heavy trucks designed to carry loads of at least 15 tons. These vehicles are used for logging, construction, towing and mining.
Western Star model in an unusual color.
Mack (Greensboro, NC, 1900)
Previously, Mack Trucks produced trolleybuses and buses, but successful experience with light trucks showed the need to redirect forces to another area. Thus began the path of the now famous corporation. It is interesting that its owners completely redeemed shares of Volvo.
Modern american truck
Autocar (Hagerstown, Indiana, 1897)
Autocar specializes in waste storage and collection trucks. Interestingly, the Soviet ZIS-5 is a truck made from American parts and originally a 'Dispatch SA' hybrid.
Garbage truck
Brockway (Cortland, NY, 1875-1977)
The oldest automobile company in the US, which was taken over by Mack Trucks in the 1970s. Despite the closure, the surviving gasoline-powered models were entered in competition across the country.
Heavy tractor from Brockway
The largest trucks of the USSR
The production of trucks in the Soviet Union began with the Likhachev plant in Moscow. Six such ventures were planned in the 1920s. The first trucks in the USSR were called "AMO", and half of the parts for them were produced by the Italian company Fiat.
KamAZ
The plant is known far beyond the former Soviet Union. Various categories of cars are produced:
- truck tractors;
- dump trucks;
- flatbed trucks;
- sports models (they have repeatedly won the Dakar rally).
Kamaz sports version
Assembly plants were opened in Indonesia, Kazakhstan, Vietnam, Pakistan and India. The largest representative of the brand is KAMAZ-65801, which meets Euro-5 requirements.
KrAZ-255
This truck has become a legend, capable of carrying cargo and passengers in off-road conditions. Its production was discontinued in 1993. It was equipped with an 8-cylinder YaMZ diesel engine. The length of the body is 8645 m, and the carrying capacity is 7500 kg.
KrAZ vehicles at the MAKS air show in 2013.
Ural-375
The presented model has four-wheel drive, increased cross-country ability and the ability to take on board up to 4 kg. Equipped with an 500-cylinder gasoline power plant, it was this part that had the most complaints during operation: wear and tear, frequent repairs led to the need to close the project.
Ural-375
GAZ-66
This car was commonly known as the bruiser because of the consonance with the two sixes in its name. Designed in 1964, it could carry 2 tons of cargo. Available in dozens of modifications depending on the type of climatic conditions. It was exported to tropical countries.
GAZ-66 in off-road conditions
BelaAZ-75501
The first model of the Soviet heavy dump truck is one of the largest trucks in the world, the video and photo of which are presented above. It was conceived as a completely new vehicle carrying 280000 kilograms of cargo from place to place.
Assembling an experimental Soviet model in the workshop
In Soviet times, it was not possible to optimize the truck due to the lack of suitable tires. It was estimated that new tires would be very expensive.
MAZ-7922
The Zubr truck was the only example of this chassis built in 1990. This prototype could carry up to 125 tons of weapons, but later mass production limited this parameter to 90 tons.
Nuclear complex "Topol-M" on the latest modification of the MAZ-7922 chassis.
The wheel formula is 16x16, currently used as a mobile installation for the Topol-M missile system.
MAZ-7904
The chassis for the Tselina heavy missile system is the result of secret developments. The company produced a single prototype for testing in 1984. The maximum payload weight was a record 220000 kilograms. At that time, no one present was able to repeat this achievement.
Prototype chassis for a heavy missile system
The largest KamAZ
A modern truck capable of carrying up to 32435 kilograms at a speed of 90 km / h - model 65801. Dimensions: 9280 * 2550 * 3450 mm, engine German Mercedes-Benz OM 457LA.V / 4.
New heavy Kamaz.
The truck is designed to transport any cargo over medium distances.
Conclusions
- The largest truck on the planet is produced by the BelAZ company, this is model 75710 with a carrying capacity of 450 tons. The car itself was able to break this record by transporting 503 tons of cargo.
- The largest American trucks are manufactured by corporations such as Freightliner, Kenworth, Western Star and others.
- KamAZ, KrAZ, Ural are the largest trucks in the Soviet Union.
- The largest truck is KAMAZ-65801.
