Chariot à roues lourdes 6x4 10 roues 400 ch 30 tonnes

A Dump Truck is a heavy-duty vehicle designed primarily for transporting and unloading loose materials, such as sand, gravel, demolition waste, and construction debris. These trucks are widely used in construction, mining, road work, and similar industries where bulk material handling is required.

Here are the key characteristics and types of dump trucks:

1. Basic Structure: A dump truck consists of a large open-box bed attached to the truck's chassis. The bed is typically made of reinforced steel to handle heavy loads and abrasive materials. The back of the bed is hinged, allowing it to tilt and dump its contents.

2. Hydraulic Lift System: The dump bed is raised by a hydraulic lift system, allowing materials to slide out of the back. This hydraulic mechanism is essential for quick unloading, as it tilts the bed upwards, guiding the material toward the rear exit.

3. Types of Dump Trucks:

   • Standard Dump Truck: Features a single front axle and one or more rear axles, with the dump bed attached to a frame. The bed raises with a hydraulic arm, tilting to unload from the back.
   • Articulated Dump Truck (ADT): Has a pivot joint between the cab and the dump bed, offering greater flexibility and maneuverability, especially on rough terrains. These are common in mining and large-scale construction.
   • Side Dump Truck: Equipped with a hydraulic system that allows the bed to tilt sideways, which can be safer and quicker for unloading materials in some situations.
   • Transfer Dump Truck: Uses an additional trailer (referred to as a "B box") to carry extra loads. The trailer is pulled by the main dump truck and can be detached for unloading in multiple areas.
   • Super Dump Truck: A specialized truck that includes additional trailing axles, allowing it to carry very heavy loads while complying with weight regulations.