RJ McLeod, a Scottish privately owned civil engineering and building contractor, has taken delivery of a new order for 16 machines from Develon, a construction, quarry and mining equipment manufacturer, formerly known as Doosan Construction Equipment.
The new equipment has been supplied by Castle Douglas-based James Gordon Ltd (Gordons), the Authorised Dealer for the whole of Scotland for Develon. The order comprises 12 new Develon DA30-7 articulated dump trucks (ADTs), together with six crawler excavators, including four DX225LC-7 models, a DX300LC-7 and a DX300SLR-7 super long reach machine.
“We’re delighted to take delivery of these new machines which is the first stage of significant investment in our expanding fleet.”
Said Righa Gauld, RJ McLeod’s Plant Yard Manager.
The DA30-7 is one of three models in the ADT range from Develon, comprising the DA30-7 and DA45-7 6×6 models, complemented by a new 4×4 version of the DA45-7. The DA30-7 6×6 model has a payload of 28 tonnes and is powered by the Scania Stage V compliant DC09 9-litre diesel engine providing 276 kW (375 HP) of power.
Both the DA30-7 and DA45-7 6×6 models feature an articulation hinge positioned behind the turning ring to provide equal weight distribution to the front axle even during maximum steer articulation. This, combined with a free-swinging rear tandem bogie, ensures equal distribution of weight to each wheel and guarantees permanent 6-wheel contact and drive for equal power distribution and excellent performance particularly on all types of terrain. Collectively, the forward turning point, the unique tandem bogie and the sloping rear frame result in ‘best in class’ rough and soft terrain capabilities.
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