ABERFELDY-based Cross Civils & Construction Services has taken delivery of its first Develon DA30-7 articulated dump truck (ADT).
The ADT was supplied by James Gordon Ltd, the authorised Develon dealer for Scotland.
Cross Civils & Construction Services is a specialist in a range of markets, including civil engineering, construction, pipe supplies, aggregates, and forestry equipment. Owner Kevin Cross said, “David Moir at Gordons, who I’ve known for a long time, invited me over to try out the Develon DA30-7 ADT as a possible replacement for one of the machines in our fleet. David and Gordons showed impressive attention to detail and understanding of our business needs, to ensure a very quick turnaround from placing the order to delivery of the new machine.
“I was convinced about the DA30-7 right from the start. It has a shorter turning circle and is very stable, with a lower centre of gravity compared to other machines of its size on the market. The permanent six-wheel contact and drive offers excellent performance on all the surfaces we have to work on, such as soft ground, uneven surfaces, steep slopes, tight turns or a combination of all of these difficult conditions.
“Due to work demands, the Develon DA30-7 became an addition rather than a replacement and brings the number of different brands in our fleet to four. We utilise the DA30-7 in every part of our business, from our civils and housing development projects to working in our own quarry, where we produce sand and gravel.
“Without doubt, the DA30-7 has proved itself to be the best machine we have and this is strongly supported by the two drivers who normally operate the machine between them.”
The DA30-7 is one of three models in Develon’s ADT range from Develon. The 6×6 model has a 28-tonne payload and is powered by the Scania Stage V-compliant DC09 diesel engine providing 276 kW of power.
The truck features 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, is designed to ensure equal distribution of weight to each wheel.
