A 50-tonne prototype dump truck is the centrepiece of Bell’s impressive stand at INTERMAT 2015 and offers a real glimpse of the heavy construction industry’s future.
Following the success of its XADN tyre for articulated dump trucks, Michelin has further enhanced the tyre’s construction to include better sidewall protection against damage from rocks and foreign objects. Called the XADN+, the new version is also claimed to offer improved tyre life – typically 8-10% over the XADN version said the French maker – while simultaneously reducing rolling resistance as a result of removing 14kg of dead weight from the tyre. The 29.5 R25 tyre’s tread depth and pattern remain unch
Volvo CE is introducing the latest versions of its cutting edge construction machines to the Chinese and Asian market. Sister firm Volvo Penta is also unveiling a series of engine solutions that meet the new China IV emissions regulations. The company is also highlighting solutions for developing advanced electromobility drivelines for the future.
Volvo CE has 11 of its latest models being unveiled for the Asian market, including its top-of-the range EC950EL hydraulic excavator, third generation L220H whee
