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Kaheri t1_ixrw16v wrote

Does anyone know what restricts the size of these trucks? Technology? Practicality? Further reading would be appreciated.

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firey-wfo t1_ixs3ejl wrote

2 common limiting factors for these trucks is tire loading and haul road grade out of a pit.

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Redrump1221 t1_ixryhj1 wrote

Lots of restrictions actually incliding what you state. Also costs of the equipmemt/engineering/maintenance, physical limitations of loading equipment, fueling infrastructure(most trucks are diesel electric), making the trucks intuitive to drive ( autonomous loading isnt quite there in most scenarios).

I dont have much you can read (maybe check mining magazines). I think most manufacturers keep stuff like this secret since the shareholders would be angry if they stagnate.

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ForkLiftBoi t1_ixtvvs0 wrote

To add to the other commenters the size to transport them. They complete their assembly on site. The wheels are about 12 feet high. A lot of their shipping requires wide load permits which adds time and cost to ship.

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