Liebherr’s articulated dump truck is characterised above all by its robust and durable construction, which ensures a high level of machine availability. At the same time, the machine impresses with its outstanding performance and cost-effectiveness, whilst offering safety and comfort in day-to-day use.
The TA 230 Litronic is an articulated dump truck in the 30-tonne class. The machine is designed to transport the extracted raw materials in opencast mining and ensure the removal of rocky debris during overburden removal so that the extracted material can be efficiently mined. The machine can move up to 28 tonnes of material per load, with a maximum tipper capacity of 18.10 m³ when used in conjunction with the tailgate. Under the bonnet, a 6-cylinder construction machinery engine with 12 litres displacement and 265 kW / 360 hp capably does its job. At full speed, the machine reaches top speeds of up to 57 km/h and 16 km/h during reverse travel. As the machine is predominantly exposed to abrasive materials during heavy-duty quarry work, Liebherr offers optional equipment designed to minimise wear and extend its lifetime.
A robust and powerful vehicle that impresses thanks to maximum efficiency
The Liebherr articulated dump truck is a heavily built yet robust machine, designed for tough off-road applications in the quarrying industry and for haulage. With its fuel-efficient drive train, permanent 6x6 all-wheel drive, automatic differential lock and robust axle suspension, the vehicle is ideally suited to the most challenging terrain and consistently delivers outstanding performance and immense tractive force even under the most demanding conditions and on steep gradients. Thanks to optimum grip, maximum safety is always guaranteed. This means that larger quantities of material can be moved in less time, leading to a sustainable increase in productivity.
Optional equipment for punishing use in quarries
To ensure that the machine is properly equipped for tough and wear-intensive jobs in quarries, Liebherr also offers optional equipment designed to increase the service life of the truck's individual components. For example, rock tyres offer high resistance to sharp-edged rocks. To ensure that the dump body is also effectively protected when working with rocky material, a special dump body liner is also available. This consists of several additional 8 mm-thick wear plates that are attached to the inside of the dump body. Liebherr has also developed a special tailgate for use in quarries. This allows the material to be transported safely and without major losses. As the tailgate automatically opens downwards when the dump body is lifted, it also ensures collision-free unloading of the bulky and stony material.
Machine concept ensures outstanding comfort in daily use
The Liebherr dump truck is based on a machine concept that prioritises a high level of user comfort. Long working shifts are thus possible without fatigue. The spacious operator's cab, for example, offers the best conditions for comfortable working. Various storage areas, stowage compartments (one of which is air-conditioned) and bottle holders expand the available space immensely. Thanks to the clearly and intuitively arranged control elements, the machine operators can find their way around easily and are quickly ready to start their shift. Staggered steps and a generous driver's door provide pleasant yet safe access to the operator's cab.
Liebherr shock absorbers on the front axle and the viscoelastic suspension on the cab also effectively absorb the vibrations that occur in tough quarry operations, thereby increasing driving comfort. The soundproofed operator's cab reduces the interior noise level to just 72 dB(A).
Increased safety thanks to an innovative lighting and visibility concept
The lighting and visibility concept of the TA 230 ensures optimum visibility and safety – both for the machine operator and for anyone working nearby. Thanks to the excellent all-round glazing without blind-spot-inducing pillars and the short, sloping engine bonnet, the machine operator always has an outstanding view of the machine's driving, working and articulation areas from the operator's cab. A rear camera is integrated into the touch display, providing a clear view of the area behind the vehicle.
The travel path and working area are illuminated by LED low beam headlights with integrated high beam and extra powerful LED headlights on the front of the cab. This innovative lighting concept creates optimal conditions for working in the dark. At the same time, it ensures that the machine is always clearly visible to everyone else on the construction site. The lighting at the rear of the body and another light package on the mudguards ensure optimum illumination of the manoeuvring areas at night.
Modern assistance systems increase productivity and safety during operation
Liebherr offers numerous, modern driver assistance systems for the TA 230 that support the machine operator and thus increase productivity and safety in quarry operations.
For example, the innovative weighing device, which is installed as standard, records the loaded weight in real time. During the loading process, the current payload is shown on the display in the operator's cab in both numerical form and as an easily identifiable symbol. All the data collected is visualised and displayed in MyLiebherr Maintenance & Performance. A loading light is also available as an option, which is mounted on the rear of the cab and thus makes the loading status of the dumper externally visible as well. With the weighing device, ideal loading of the machine can always be ensured, its productivity measured and at the same time overloading of the machine components can be prevented.
The speed limiter, which is also fitted as standard, prevents the vehicle from exceeding the preset speed. Activated via a key on the retarder level, the machine limits the speed when the desired value is reached. When driving downhill, the system provides assistance via engine braking and the continuously variable retarder and attempts to maintain the set maximum speed. The wear-free retarder reduces wear on the disc brakes and ensures greater safety and comfort. The standard Hill Start Assist intelligently regulates the starting torque and thus eliminates the risk of rolling backwards on slopes.
