For off-highway construction projects, only a few types of specialized equipment are available to contractors.
But what is the best solution for contractors to choose between articulated haulers, tracked haulers and wheel loaders?
Given that each has its own benefits, the short answer is that it depends on the application you’re running. In this article, we will look at some of the outstanding benefits of tracked transport vehicles, in particular the Panther range for Prinoth.
“When it comes to moving large amounts of dirt or material, nothing beats a 40-ton articulated or rigid-frame dump truck—they can move mountains in a matter of days,” says Prinoth’s Equipment World.
Now, while articulated haulers are more maneuverable, have a tighter turning radius, and lower center of gravity than rigid haulers, there are times when you need all that agility to tow on steep or gentle slopes. Less material or tool area. even in rough, hard-to-reach places. That’s when you need a crawler machine with rubber tracks.
These vehicles have many different names… tracked vehicle, tracked dumper, tracked dumper, tracked dumper, tracked dumper, tracked dumper, tracked off-road vehicle, tracked all-terrain vehicle, multi-purpose tracked vehicle, or tracked all-terrain vehicle. Car and several different styles of technology.
The Prinoth Panther range of tracked haulers operate on rubber track undercarriages and can be equipped with a straight undercarriage or excavator-like rotating superstructure.
Here is a quick overview of some of the things you should keep in mind before deciding if a Prinoth tracked vehicle is right for your application.
This is where payload is important. Depending on the amount of time you have to get the job done and the amount of materials you need to move, productivity may be the first factor in your decision.
Here, none of the products yet has an advantage. It just depends on the work you are doing and the limitations of that work. Because Prinoth tracked machines load more than most compact track loaders and wheel loaders, but less than articulated haulers, they are the ideal solution for medium loads.
Ground pressure is the reason for the existence of tracked dump trucks. Since articulated dump trucks run on tires, it is inevitable that they will tear the ground when turning or even moving from point A to point B. These vehicles generate ground pressure of 30 to 60 psi.
By comparison, the Panther T7R, for example, generates just 4.99 psi even at a full load of 15,432 pounds thanks to its rubber tracks and long travel undercarriage. When driving without a load, the vehicle provides ground pressure up to 3.00 psi. differ greatly.
If the job you do requires the ground to remain untouched, a tracked carrier is the perfect choice. It can also be the perfect solution if you need to avoid ruts, as tracked dumpers don’t get stuck or create holes.
Everyone knows that when driving a truck or wheel loader, when you get to the end of the road or the end of the road, you have to reverse and turn around to load or unload. This will take up more space and may leave ruts or large tire marks. Tracked dump trucks are the perfect solution to this problem.
Some models, such as the Prinoth Panther T7R and T14R, are rotary dump trucks. This means that their top structure can rotate 360 degrees under the vehicle.
The track is always ready to be replayed with the quick direction reset feature. This saves operator time and improves safety for everyone on the job site with fewer vehicle movements.
The ability for tracked vehicles to work in tight spaces, move around crowded construction sites, rather than creating unnecessary tracks all over the ground, all on one machine, is a huge advantage.
Tracks don’t travel as fast as tires, but instead go to places where regular wheels can’t reach or get stuck. So it goes without saying that articulated dump trucks and wheel loaders are faster and capable of speeds of up to 35 mph or more. However, while most tracked vehicles on the market have an average speed of 6 mph, the Prinoth Panther’s average speed is much higher at 8 to 9 mph. They have a real advantage in the market as their high speed and high workload provide contractors with a higher level of productivity, allowing them to complete jobs up to 30% faster.
Overall, the unique design of the Panther Tracked Vehicle is an excellent solution for contractors who need to move materials or equipment to remote areas, soft ground or off-road construction work. Examples of the most common applications include river and beach restoration, lake reclamation, installation and maintenance of power lines or distribution lines, work in and around wetlands, and the transport of materials and equipment in pipeline operations that often have minimal environmental impact. Wednesday.
As stated in an Equipment World article, “Sales and rental interest in these machines continue to grow” in the earthmoving sector.
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Post time: Feb-01-2023