A single axle dump truck can be found at used equipment stores and new truck dealers around the country. Peterbilt dump trucks have proven themselves to be reliable, and a fleet of these will help your construction business to stay ahead of the game. People rely on your company to provide project management, and to get work done in a timely manner. Having the best equipment will enable you to do this on a consistent basis time and time again.For...more
There are many styles of dump trailers ranging from large tandem axle trailers pulled by semi trucks to small single axle trailers with load capacities as little as 800 lbs designed to be pulled by passenger cars.The most useful type of dump trailer for the average homeowner and small acreage farmer would be a single axle trailer with a load capacity of 6-8,000 lbs. This is able to be pulled by a 1/2 ton or 3/4 pickup and will provide sufficient...more
We all know how difficult it is to buy a new or used vehicle, what some might not know it that buying a Mack Dump Truck is much harder. It is not like going out and buying your son the Tonka version either.Much like buying a vehicle, you should do your homework first. Know your budget, know how many miles is going to be too much and never pay what the seller is asking, if the price is too low, and it sounds too good to be true, you can bet there is something wrong with the truck. And this is an expense you can't afford.For instance, a used Bell B30D made in 2004 with 3701 hours of use to it is selling for $78,000.00. Another Bell B30D made in 2007 with 4135 hours of use on it sells for $94,000.00. I think unless you know someone or perhaps know who had the truck and how well they took care of it, buying a Mack Dump Truck is going to be a jobitself,You have a enormous selection of truck brands to pick from when you're buying a used truck. While there are so many to choose from like Caterpillar, Kenworth, and Peterbilt, over and over again when people buy second hand trucks, they usually purchase the Mack Dump Trucks. The reason being is that the Mack trucks are famous for there...more
A tandem dump truck has multiple axles on it for carrying a heavy load. For the most part, it is used on big construction jobs requiring large amounts of material to be used on a regular basis. Buying a tandem dump truck, or a fleet of trucks, is a good decision for a large construction contracting firm.Whether for business, road or residential...more
The decision to add a tri axle dump truck to your fleet of construction vehicles is a wise one because of the sheer power and amount of material it can haul from place to place from one day to the next.eBay is a great place to buy vehicles locally, and there are some great used such trucks from twenty thousand dollars for sale or auction on there....more
Buying the used Mack trucks can be easy with the right information and the satisfaction you will have from buying one knowing these tips and being aware of certain DOT requirements, you can take the first steps right now.Check local laws about dump trucksKnowing what requirements have been set by local authorities regarding non commercial or commercial dump trucks, will help you to be better prepared if, for example, you are carrying a load on the vehicle and an officer needs to inspect it for one reason or another.Research prices and various trucks onlineUsing the internet is invaluable, as a research tool in buying your very first Mack truck. Look for big pictures with high resolution. This will help weed out the worn, and probably very poorly maintained trucks from the better vehicles. The price, year and model of the truck should always be set in a side-by-side comparison with others to help narrow down the choices when you take the trip to a sales lot.Going to a government auction or other sales lotThere are many considerations that will take place when you come to see them on a sales lot, whether it is for a government auction or any other sales event. Check the motor and...more
Shopping for construction equipment such as Dump Trucks can be at times a hard task. It's not everyday a consumer is looking to purchase these types of vehicles and as such can be hard to find depending on your area. If you are looking for a general...more
The pickup truck is as American as apple pie, the Lone Ranger and Tonto. We associate these trucks with the Old West, American family values, and southern states like Texas. Owners of pickup trucks are usually proud of their vehicles and what they...more
These funds are specified for a period of 1 – 5 years. The repayment period is flexible. This period can be extended if you are facing difficulty to pay in the amount on the due date. You are charged a penalty for the delay made to repay the amount...more
Several months ago the state of Arkansas issued a devastating ruling against Hurricane Express, located in Springdale, Arkansas. At the time, Hurricane Express utilized independent contractors and the court deemed the independent contractors to be,...more
There is much to be said about the turbulence created by the recent economic downturn and the years that preceded this recession. Prior to 2007, the intermodal trucking industry experienced major growth paving the way for almost anyone to enter....more
A fire is a tremendously damaging and potentially dangerous event that can occur when a vehicle gets in an accident. For a big rig truck, that risk is amplified by almost 100 gallons of fuel in a full truck. If you are a truck driver or someone...more