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as durable and dependable as a traditional suspension. “The A50 takes the concept to new heights as the only full suspension machine of its size class on the market. As a result, it offers a significant improvement in cycle times, an increase in hauler production per operator-hour and lower costs when com pared to its standard suspension counter parts,” says Mannix. As part of the new generation update of Volvo articulated haulers, the A50 enjoys all the same great features and benefits. Most notably, it delivers unrivalled efficiency thanks to the new in-house-developed Volvo transmission that works in harmony with the rest of the Volvo engine to ensure maximum fuel efficiency. With a 45-t payload, the all-new A50 delivers 10% more productivity and 8% greater fuel efficiency when compared to the previ ous generation A45GFS – making it an ideal solution for high-production quarries, mines and large construction sites. In addition, it delivers unrivalled traction and stability thanks to the Volvo drive train with Terrain Memory, while the Volvo Dynamic Drive feature, with its predictive gear

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Among the first four models to arrive will be the new 45-tonne (t) A50, an entirely new class size machine which takes the proven full hydraulic suspension concept to the next level.

Making their Southern African debut first will be the updated A35, A40, A45 and the all-new A50, (estimated arrival May/June 2025) confirms David Vaughan, MD of Babcock’s Equipment business. The A30 and A60 will be introduced at a later stage.

For the A50, service costs are reduced by up to 6% over 12 000 hours of operation due to simplified servicing, longer change intervals and easy component access.

Visibility is improved thanks to redesigned cab panels and wider wiper coverage, resulting in a field of vision that also exceeds industry standards.

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MODERN QUARRYING QUARTER 1 | 2025