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INDUSTRY WATCH

FMX 460 8x4 20.3 cum
For overburden removal, Volvo offers FMX 460 8x4 20.3 cum tipper. SPOTLIGHT
This truck comes with a newly designed cabin with slimmer A-pillar,
offering 800 liters more cabin interior space. Larger windscreen,
lower door line increases the direct visibility for drivers by a significant
10% - this means drivers feel more confident and safe while driving
in challenging terrains in mines. The new digital instrument display,
ergonomic air-suspended seats, climate controlled cabin ensure
comfortable driving environment. It has a 13 ltr 460 HP engine
and can achieve max torque of 2300 Nm at a very low rpm and
maintains the same over a wider range of 900-1400 rpm. Electronic
braking system (EBS) is a standard feature that optimizes brake force
characteristics and ensures faster and efficient braking, this also
means reduced wear on brake liners and tyres. Downhill cruise
control is yet another important feature that helps maintain a set
speed when the truck is loaded and going down the slopes by
using auxiliary brakes. With the new cabin and innovative safety
features FMX 460 8x4 20.3 cu.m tipper offers a superior combination
of agility and durability and is the most preferred solution for OB
removal, Iron ore and other mining applications.

Volvo FMX 460 8x4 33 cum solution
Volvo FMX 460 8x4 33 cum solution is proven solution for coal
transportation, which has presence now in all the coal subsidiaries
as well as in port applications. This truck, over and above the
features mentioned in the OB tipper, has the most optimum
capacity of 33 cu.m. The new engine management system
and improved gear shift programming in the I-shift automated
manual transmission offers improved fuel efficiency. Pre-trip
check feature diagnoses all the vital parameters of the truck and
alerts if something needs attention with pop up message – this
avoids physical inspection time before every shift, which is very
critical in mining operations. With an increased demand for coal
evacuation, this product is the perfect solution to transport more
coal with better efficiency and optimized fleet.

FMX 500 8x4 off-road dump truck
For long term and large volume On removal contracts, Volvo
offers FMX 500 8x4 off-road dump truck. This truck features most
innovative safety enhancements including Volvo dynamic steering
system that elevates steering to a whole new dimension. Better
directional stability, easier maneuvering and comfortable driving
have reduced the risk of accidents and strain-related injuries in
In the mining segment, Volvo Trucks has a very strong and tough mining conditions. It has an additional camera under the
distinct leadership position with the most rugged yet efficient passenger side mirror arm which eliminates all the blind spots
Volvo FMX. The company has a significant presence in the Coal and there is also provision to install 4 additional cameras. A body
mining contracts where large quantum of overburden is to be builder module ECU prevents the truck from exceeding 5 kmph
removed in time bound projects and the coal exposed is to be speed when the dump body is in raised position, preventing
transported from pit to surface. Other than Coal mines, Volvo accidents at the dump yard. The 500hp and 2500 Nm torque
Trucks has presence in Iron ore, Limestone, Manganese, Bauxite, engine, reinforced chassis and parabolic suspension, 10T each
Chromite etc. In the premium trucks (400hp+) category of trucks, on the front axles and all new 38 T rear bogie axle have added
the company has a significant 80% market share in India. The 15% additional payload capacity. Along with safety features, this
company has further pushed the limits of productivity when it solution is delivering superior productivity and thus gained higher
introduced all new range of Volvo Trucks during Sep’21 that are acceptance in the market.
optimally designed with customers at core and three important With these solutions Volvo Trucks is reinforcing its strong position
pillars of Safety, Productivity and Driver comfort. Have a close look with the private contractors and also expanding its reach to large
at Volvo Trucks Mining range of solutions - corporates, mine developers cum operators (MDOs) etc.

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