AUSTRALIA-based DSA Contracting has ordered a second Rokbak RA30 after being impressed with the first hauler’s contribution to the firm’s work at a large housing development in south western Sydney.
“This was our first machine from Porter Group, and what they’ve sold in this machine we’re really happy with,” explained DSA Contracting CEO Daniel Aplin. “So much so, we’ve just ordered another one!
“It’s been fantastic. It out-performs its competitors with its drivability. The fuel burn in particular has been very impressive — it’s half of some of its competitors.”
Further reducing total cost of ownership is Rokbak’s Haul Track telematics system, which the Scottish manufacturer said has ‘simplified’ operation and maintenance for DSA Contracting. Haul Track provides access to GPS and location tracking data as well as a range of daily performance reports detailing machine hours, engine speed, idle time and system fault code alerts.
One of the first assignments for the RA30 has been the Westwood housing development estate, a 150-lot project in the Sydney suburb of Caddens. DSA Contracting was awarded the contract for earthworks and infrastructure for the site, which is located next to the Kingswood campus of Western Sydney University. It is a $15 million subdivision site, with the RA30 tasked with material handling.
Rokbak explained the hauler’s features, including a ‘robust’ hauling capacity and ‘exceptional’ off-road performance, will enable DSA Contracting to complete the necessary earthworks and infrastructure development with ‘precision and speed’.
The RA30 boasts hydrostatic power steering, automatic transmission and independent suspension. High-grade front and rear steel frames articulate 45 degrees to either side for increased manoeuvrability on muddy ground.
Powered by a 370 horsepower (276kW) Scania DC9 engine, the RA30 has a 28-tonne maximum payload and eight-speed transmission, with a top forward speed of 55km/h. At Westwood, it is required to move approximately 1,000 tonnes of construction materials a day.
“Australia has a significant demand for dump trucks and the Rokbak brand is continuing to strengthen here, with more and more trucks out working for customers,” said Rokbak regional business manager Lee Irving. “The fact that DSA Contracting has ordered another RA30 so soon just proves what a great hauler this is.”
