Development of Off-Highway Articulated Dump Trucks 790538
Articulated dump trucks have developed along a multiplicity of lines for diverse applications and reasons.
Past, present and future developments and applications are reviewed, including the Author's experiences in the development of DJB articulated trucks. Some of the major design features reviewed include suspension, tires, weight distribution, stability and manoeuvrability, together with mechanical and operational comparisons with other hauling systems.