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Komatsu introduces new HD465-10 and HD605-10 haul trucks

2 min read / September 23, 2024

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Komatsu's new HD605-10 haul truck is designed to help increase productivity and improve fuel efficiency.

September 23, 2024 -- Komatsu is pleased to introduce its new HD465-10 and HD605-10 mechanical haul trucks to the North America market, offering an upgrade from the previous -8 models. The new haul trucks are designed to help increase productivity and improve fuel efficiency in quarry, mining and aggregate applications.

The HD465-10 is a 60-ton rigid frame machine with a high payload capacity and efficient hauling capabilities. The HD605-10 mechanical haul truck is a 70-ton rigid frame machine designed for reliability and durability. Both trucks offer a tight turning radius for easy navigation on narrow haul roads and ergonomically designed cabin features for operator comfort during long shifts. With increased horsepower and higher-strength steel for reduced operating weight, the machines are built to provide excellent speed on grade.

Additional features include a MacPherson-strut-type independent front suspension that allows the vehicle to smoothly traverse uneven road surfaces, the ability to regulate fuel efficiency for lighter work with ‘economy’ and ‘economy light’ modes and controlled downhill descent with the automatic retard speed control function. New operator features include hill start assist, throttle lock, a retractable sun visor and waiting brake. Beneficial maintenance elements include a full LED light package, plastic resin wheel chocks, maintenance-free batteries, brake performance checks and ground level Komatsu Oil and Wear Analysis (KOWA) sampling ports.

“Komatsu is committed to developing equipment that supports our customers’ needs and helps them be most effective at the job site,” said Madeline Pearce, Product Marketing Manager. “The fuel efficiency and productivity benefits these products provide, combined with a number of operator-designed features, demonstrate that commitment. We are excited to provide these new models of haul trucks to support our customers across North America.”

The new HD605-10 truck will be showcased at MINExpo International Sept. 24-26, in the Pronto Autonomous Haulage booth (West Hall #10013)

About Komatsu

Komatsu develops and supplies technologies, equipment and services for the construction, mining, forklift, industrial and forestry markets. For more than a century, the company has been creating value for its customers through manufacturing and technology innovation, partnering with others to empower a sustainable future where people, business and the planet thrive together. Front-line industries worldwide use Komatsu solutions to develop modern infrastructure, extract fundamental minerals, manage forests and create consumer products. The company's global service and distributor networks support customer operations to help enhance safety and promote productivity while working to optimize performance.

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