Based on performance results from 3 85-long-ton capacity trucks, taconite pit operator will add 6 more of 72 ft tractor trailers; although big trucks are rated at 85 long-tons, loads up to 100 tons have been hauled and 90 to 95 ton loads are common; another important benefit of big truck is that its weight gives much smoother ride; specifications.


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    Title :

    Reserve's giant trucks pay off in efficiency


    Additional title:

    Eng Min J


    Published in:

    Publication date :

    1961


    Size :

    2 pages


    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English




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