Top 7 Biggest Dump Trucks In The World

Dump trucks are the unsung heroes of heavy construction and industrial work, embodying power, functionality, and rugged durability. These robust vehicles, often characterized by their massive, open-top cargo beds and formidable size, play a pivotal role in various industries, from construction and mining to waste management and transportation. 

With their ability to haul and deposit vast quantities of materials with precision and efficiency, dump trucks are the workhorses that ensure the seamless flow of raw materials, debris, and goods on construction sites, in quarries, and beyond.

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Here we would like to share the top 7 biggest dump trucks in the world based on their overall payload.

7. XCMG XDE400 (363 Tonnes)

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Manufactured by XCMG, a globally renowned construction machinery manufacturer based in China, the XDE400 stands as a testament to the company's commitment to delivering robust and high-performance equipment to meet the demands of various industries.

This dump truck boasts an extraordinary payload capacity of 363 tonnes, capable of transporting an impressive volume of materials in a single trip. The XDE400 dump truck is equipped with a formidable engine boasting a robust 2,800 kW rating and delivering an impressive peak torque of 15,000 Nm. 

This potent powerplant empowers the truck operator to reach a top speed of 64 km/h.

6. Komatsu 980E-5 (363 Tonnes)

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The Komatsu 980E-5 is a colossal electric-drive dump truck, manufactured by Komatsu, a globally renowned company in the field of construction and mining equipment. It is the sixth largest dump truck in the world with a payload capacity of 363 tonnes.

This dump truck was introduced in 2019 and it happens to be the next generation of Komatsu 980E-4. The upgraded version incorporates a redesigned cabin for improved comfort, enhancements to the drive system, and an advanced satellite-based communication system known as KOMTRAX Plus 2. 

The haul truck is driven by a robust 18-cylinder Komatsu SSDA18V170 engine, delivering an impressive 2,610 kW (3,500 HP) of power, enabling the vehicle to reach speeds of up to 64 km/h.

5. Terex MT6300AC (363 Tonnes)

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The Terex MT6300AC is an immense off-highway dump truck developed by Terex Trucks, a subsidiary of Terex Corporation. This colossal truck is designed to meet the colossal demands of large-scale mining and quarrying operations around the world.

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The Terex MT6300AC boasts a staggering payload capacity of 363 tonnes, making it one of the largest dump trucks in the world. This giant dump truck was introduced back in 2008 and it can travel up to a speed of 64 km/h as well as a powerful 2797 kW engine to power the truck up.

4. Liebherr T 284 (363 Tonnes)

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The Liebherr T 284 is an extraordinary ultra-class mining truck that stands as a pinnacle of engineering excellence in the realm of heavy-duty hauling. Manufactured by Liebherr, a globally renowned Swiss company with a rich history in heavy machinery, the T 284 is designed to meet the immense demands of large-scale mining operations.

This dump truck is the next generation of the T 282 C and it has one of the most powerful engines producing 4023 horsepower. It has a payload capacity of 363 tonnes and can travel up to a top speed of 64 km/h.

This dump truck can be seen to be used in mining areas of the South American regions.

3. Caterpillar 797F (364 Tonnes)

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The Caterpillar 797F is an iconic ultra-class mining truck, renowned for its colossal size, and impressive payload capacity of 364 tonnes making it the third biggest dump truck in the world. 

The 797F is manufactured by Caterpillar Inc., a global leader in construction and mining equipment. The CAT 797F was introduced in 2008 and is powered by a 20-cylinder CAT C175-20 engine generating 4000 horsepower.

According to Caterpillar, this is by far their best-selling dump truck, and with such performance, the price tag is quite hefty amounting to anywhere between $3.5 to $5 million.

2. Caterpillar 798 AC (372 Tonnes)

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Another Caterpillar dump truck is on the list and this time it is the Caterpillar 798 AC with unparalleled payload capacity and exceptional performance. It is the second biggest dump truck in the world with a payload capacity of 372 tonnes.

This dump truck made its first appearance back in 2018 and it is powered by a 16-cylinder CAT C175-16 engine with 3500 horsepower. It can travel up to a speed of 64 km/h carrying more load than most dump trucks out there.

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This dump truck can casually be seen in most Australian and Canadian mines.

1. BelAZ 75710 (450 Tonnes)

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The biggest dump truck in the world will be the BelAZ 75710 with a massive payload capacity of 450 tonnes. The dump truck is manufactured by BelAZ, a leading Belarusian heavy equipment manufacturer with a strong reputation in the mining industry.

The 75710 was introduced in 2013 and did its first work in a coal mine in Serbia. The dimensions of this colossal vehicle are truly remarkable: it spans an impressive 20.6 meters in length, stands at a towering height of 8.17 meters, and spans a formidable width of 10.6 meters.

On top of its weight of 810 tonnes, this dump truck boasts a powerful engine generating 4600 horsepower and can travel to a maximum speed of 64 km/h. The price is nothing short of expensive as one would expect to pay $6 million for a unit.

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