Underground Mining Dump Trucks: A Comprehensive Guide to ...

Underground mining dump trucks play a pivotal role in modern mining practices, where they serve as the backbone in the transportation of ore, soil, and waste materials. These specialized vehicles are designed to function under challenging conditions, and their reliability is crucial for the success of mining operations. This guide provides an in-depth look at their functions, advantages, and industry applications.

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Classifying Underground Giants: A Breakdown of Dump Trucks

In the realm of underground mining, dump trucks are classified based on their load capacity, adaptability to mining environments, and propulsion systems. The three primary categories include small, medium, and large-sized trucks. Small dump trucks are typically utilized in narrow shaft mining where space constraints exist. Medium-sized models serve mid-tier operations, balancing capacity with mobility. Large trucks, on the other hand, are employed in expansive mining environments where vast amounts of material need to be moved efficiently.

Additionally, these trucks may be diesel-powered or electric, offering options depending on emission regulations and operational needs. For instance, electric dump trucks are gaining traction due to their reduced environmental impact and operational cost-efficiency.

Navigating the Depths: Where and How These Trucks Operate

The usage of underground mining dump trucks spans across various scenarios. These trucks are vital in transporting extracted materials from the mining site to the surface or processing facilities. A typical scenario might involve a dump truck working alongside a scoop tram that loads it with raw ore. Its journey involves navigating through narrow tunnels and rough terrains, ensuring materials are safely and efficiently transported.

An illustrative example comes from a mining operation where a newly acquired electric dump truck facilitated a 15% increase in transportation speed while also cutting down the carbon footprint significantly.

Built to Last: The Precision Behind Manufacturing

Manufacturing these trucks involves a series of intricate processes to ensure durability and functionality. It begins with design engineering, where CAD software is utilized to design the truck's structure. From there, the fabrication of the frame and chassis using high-strength steel takes place, followed by the installation of propulsion systems and hydraulic components.

Quality assurance is paramount; each vehicle undergoes extensive testing including load capacity evaluation, stability tests, and safety feature inspections. A well-known manufacturer notes that these tests are crucial in meeting industry standards and ensuring truck performance in harsh conditions.

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Choosing Wisely: Key Factors in Selecting a Manufacturer

When searching for a reliable manufacturer, several considerations can facilitate the decision-making process. First, evaluate the manufacturer's track record and experience in the sector. A long-standing presence is usually indicative of a well-established, trustworthy entity.

Additionally, prospective clients should assess product reviews, customer testimonials, and after-sales support services. A well-known manufacturer, for instance, excels in offering comprehensive maintenance and training programs, ensuring operators are well-equipped to handle the equipment.

Weighing the Pros and Cons: Strengths and Challenges of Mining Trucks

Understanding the advantages and disadvantages of underground mining dump trucks aids in optimizing their use. These trucks are recognized for their robust construction, capable of withstanding harsh underground conditions, and their varied capacities cater to different mining needs.

On the downside, factors such as operational costs and the need for regular maintenance may pose challenges. Electric dump trucks, while environmentally friendly, may have limited operating ranges based on current battery technologies. This can be counteracted by strategic charge station placements within mines.

Conclusion

Underground mining dump trucks are instrumental in the mining industry, offering unparalleled utility in transporting materials efficiently. With advancements in technology, their roles and capabilities continue to expand, promising improvements in both productivity and environmental sustainability. When selecting these vehicles, careful consideration of manufacturer reputation and vehicle specifications can lead to substantial operational benefits.

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I have searched and searched and searched. Is it some unspoken club haha. Where are people snagging the ex mine trucks from here in the us? I'm after one I think and am just hitting my head on the wall with frustration.

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Importing a Toyota mine truck is a viable possibility. You are going to need a Customs Broker to do a formal entry and your only going to be able to drive it Off-Road. I used to work at the US / Canada border and I remember seeing a Toyota mining pick-up being imported in route to New Mexico.
There's a few Canadian companies that specialized in Toyota mine trucks.

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You can find ex mine trucks, but they are for parts only (at least in the USA) they were only allowed in the country for the mining purpose and are suposed to be detroyed when they are no longer used as mine trucks. Some companies are a little more flexible and allow them to be sold for parts as parts.

If you are thinking of trying to get a mine truck and then trying to get it titled and registered in the US you will have a very hard time, and that is when you will need to bang your head against a wall.

For the most part the people on here that are buying mine trucks are buying them for parts (at least in USA).

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Crushers has a really good theory on Mine trucks from Canada.


There is a reason they are selling them.


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what was my theory? (i have so many i can't keep them straight)

In Canada you can register exmine trucks on the road. the process is not easy and not cheap... basicly you have to bring the truck to a condition that it will pass a full safety (usually big $$$$) THEN you go see if you can register it, if not then it is an expensive lesson. it they will let you then you are legal and golden. i have done 2 now and am in the process of a third.

if you think you can do it cheap and illegal you are in for a huge, expensive lesson.

once again i will re-itterate:
DO NOT INVEST MONEY YOU CAN NOT AFFORD TO LOOSE.

don't come whimpering on this site about a s***ty decision, you will get no sympathy here.

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No, not that theory.


The other one.

what was my theory? (i have so many i can't keep them straight)

In Canada you can register exmine trucks on the road. the process is not easy and not cheap... basicly you have to bring the truck to a condition that it will pass a full safety (usually big $$$$) THEN you go see if you can register it, if not then it is an expensive lesson. it they will let you then you are legal and golden. i have done 2 now and am in the process of a third.

if you think you can do it cheap and illegal you are in for a huge, expensive lesson.

once again i will re-itterate:
DO NOT INVEST MONEY YOU CAN NOT AFFORD TO LOOSE.

don't come whimpering on this site about a ****ty decision, you will get no sympathy here.

Everything on it was worn out, engine, tranny, t-case, frame, body panels, etc.


Post #5 here.
https://forum.ih8mud.com/vehicles-t...-1-2-70-series-mine-trucks-edmonton-area.html

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yep, you buy a mine truck and then dump anywhere from $25K to $60K and that is a decent start.

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Or sometimes you get a few for spare parts and just keep them in your pasture, maybe a 70 series body or a few other 7x parts as well

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i have a few pics of the 79s i used to drive underground in a nickle mine they were never driven slow or treated good and were washed at the end of shift every day in the salty underground water
can some one help me out how to post them

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i have a few pics of the 79s i used to drive underground in a nickle mine they were never driven slow or treated good and were washed at the end of shift every day in the salty underground water
can some one help me out how to post them

Click on> post reply>manage attachments>browse>select
You need to resize the pics ,I use the free MS resizer

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Underground nickel mine west aus

Charge up (bomb) ute with blue light all the mud is rock dust and salty water

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Underground nickle mine west aus

Standard diff breathers ouch ,plastic / rubber style front bar
the revs would be like this all day ,electric speed lock out is around 33 kmph and stuck in low range

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Standard diff breathers ouch ,plastic / rubber style front bar
the revs would be like this all day ,electric speed lock out is around 33 kmph and stuck in low range

That pic of the tach is why I love diesel cruisers. All day, every day for years.

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Underground nickle mine west aus

With permanent U.G utes they put them in low range and remove the stick and the front locking hubs and put the i guess awd 100 series cover hubs on so you cant take them out of 4wd and have fun on slipper mud as i moved up the ranks to charge up i got the ute with the cool signs and blue light

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Wow that red 75 is amazing
in 07 for mines rescue fire training we got to torch a discontinued 05 78 troopy that was not that bad condition bar rust and mine driving abuse, i wish i could have taken it home instead

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Clint, what was up with the tires smoking? Or was I just not seeing it right?

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Yea kept reversing into the mound of dirt until it stopped but thought it would be fun to keep the tyres going
the back lsd cracked to open wheeler and front standard open but was fun to smoke it up

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Oh okay. I was thinking, man... those mines must be hot or something. I, obvioulsy, know diddly about mines.