Summary

This review describes the current state of technology of the equipment and technical processes involved in trucks in open pit and underground mine operations. Topics covered include suppliers of trucks and related equipment, the types and varieties of trucks and excavators available on the market, the cost and technical characteristics of trucks and excavation equipment and operation, jobs and employment involving the design, procurement, operation, and maintenance of trucks and excavators at mines.

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INTRODUCTION

CURTIN UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY captures the essence of a mine truck in these words:

"An important problem in mining is that of selecting a fleet of trucks and loaders for use in extracting ore and waste throughout the life of the mining operation. The cost of the truck and loader fleet has been estimated as being up to 55% of the total cost of the operation making purchasing the correct combination of trucks and loaders critical."