6 TYPES OF EARTH MOVING EQUIPMENT

6 TYPES OF EARTH MOVING EQUIPMENTThere are six main kinds of earth moving equipment on the

market and it helps to be clear on the features and purpose

of each so you can make the best choice when it comes to

using heavy machinery.

6 TYPES OF EARTH MOVING EQUIPMENT

1. EXCAVATORSExcavators can be utilised over wheels or treads and are used most often

to shovel dirt or lift heavy pieces of machinery. They are usually obvious

on account of their long bucket arm attached to a cab which pivots.

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2. BACKHOE LOADERSBackhoe loaders are mounted on tires and can be used in suburban

areas. They share many similarities with tractors. The main difference is

they contain a shovel at the front which can be adjusted and a bucket

at the rear which is used to dig.

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3. BULLDOZERSGenerally bulldozers are believed to be the most heavy-duty machines

on the market. Bulldozers are incredibly strong and the best choice for

shifting large amounts of dirt on sites where there are wide open

spaces, rough grading, and grinding rock.

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4. SKID STEER LOADERSSkid steel loaders help lower soil compaction, work well in difficult

conditions such as snow/mud, and have a limited impact on finished

zones because of their tread system.

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5. MOTOR GRADERSMost often employed to fine grade and shift small amounts of dirt and

prepare the base before laying asphalt, motor graders are identified by

their longer adjustable blade used to make surfaces smoother.

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6. TRENCHERSTrenchers are mostly used to dig trenches before pipes are laid down.

A range of different trencher machines are available including

walk-behind modules, smaller-sized trenchers or heavier equipment

used to trench firmer ground.

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