Tipper design > Sustainability of Hardox® in tipper bodies
Tipper body logistics and transportation considerations
A lighter and stronger dump truck or tipper has a direct, clear benefit for the truck owner, since maximum vehicle weight is limited by law.
A lighter configuration allows the payload to be increased on every trip, and in many cases less fuel consumption can also be observed. A conservative estimate of fuel savings is about 0.55 l/100 km (about 428 mpg) per 1 metric ton of weight reduction.
This directly affects the balance sheet of the truck owner. Depending on the type of vehicle and the upgrading approach, the total weight can generally be reduced by 500 to 2,000 kg (about 1,100 to 4,400 lbs.) by using Hardox® wear plate. By selecting the most suitable grades for the application, costs associated with maintenance can also be reduced. Combining high strength with abrasion resistance can improve meeting these tough demands and increase vehicle performance.
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