Haul trucks are dump trucks engineered for mining and heavy-duty construction. Haul trucks also transport construction materials from job site to job site over uneven terrain, tough terrain, and unfinished job sites.
They are made up of the front tractor and back hauler, or tractor. The two sections are connected by hydraulic cylinders allowing the back trailer to move horizontally to the front tractor, creating dynamic movement.
Used haul trucks cost between $10,000 - $250,000.
Top haul truck brands include Caterpillar, Hitachi, Terex, John Deere, and Hydrema.
Articulated dump trucks are used for hauling, moving, and dumping construction materials, aggregate, and waste. They can also be fitted with water tanks.
Haul trucks can weigh up to 110,000 lbs.
Because of their weight, haul trucks need to be operated carefully by skilled drivers. They have many blind spots and lower visibility. Reversing and dumping is a job for a crew to spot around the back and sides with audio and visual signals.
When buying a used haul truck, consider the weight and size your project demands. Machines are categorized by their payload capacity and hauling ability. Look for a truck that has a clean maintenance record to ensure it still has plenty of life and fuel efficiency left in it.
Because of the rough terrain haul trucks work on, they can experience more wear and tear around the wheels, axles, and undercarriage compared to other construction vehicles.
Haul truck operators can make up to $51,978.
Haul truck operators must obtain a clearance check, a heavy rigid license, and appropriate medical checks.
