E-series

I B18E I B20E I B25E I B30E

Articulated Dump Trucks
 E is for
evolution
Your business is our business. Bell
Articulated Dump Trucks haul more,
for longer at the lowest cost-per-ton
to deliver more on your profit
margins.

As a global leader in Articulated Dump Trucks, Bell Equipment

brings you the world class E-series range. The evolutionary
E-series is packed with class leading features that deliver
production boosting payloads, lower daily operating costs,
superior ride quality and uncompromised safety standards.
Bell E-series ADTs will give your business the competitive edge
you need.

Specifications B18E B20E B25E B30E

Gross power 160 kW (214 hp) 160 kW (214 hp) 205 kW (275 hp) 240 kW (322 hp)

Operating mass
Empty 15,289 kg (33,706 lb) 15,127 kg (33,349 lb) 18,763 kg (41,365 lb) 19,216 kg (42,365 lb)
Loaded 33,288 kg (73,387 lb) 33,449 kg (73,742 lb) 42,763 kg (94,276 lb) 47,216 kg (104,093 lb)

Rated payload 18,000 kg (39,683 lb) 18,000 kg (39,683 lb) 24,000 kg (52,911 lb) 28,000 kg (61,729 lb)

2:1 heaped capacity 11 m3 (14,5 yd3) 11 m3 (14,5 yd3) 15 m3 (19,5 yd3) 17,5 m3 (22,9 yd3)

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 Extensive use of high-strength, The redesigned sound-suppressed
lightweight materials give these trucks cab features fatigue-beating controls,
the best payload-to-mass ratios and advanced diagnostic monitor and a
hauling efficiencies in each class. sealed-switch module for convenient,
fingertip operation of numerous
With their oscillating frame and functions.
high-floatation tyres, Bell trucks won’t
leave you stuck on muddy, rutted or Fuel-efficient emission-certified
hilly terrain. engines deliver clean power without
compromise in all conditions. Leading-
edge emissions technology ensures
rapid engine response and
dependable cold-start performance.

The new E-series range takes ADT functionality to new industry

standards, with customer-focused enhancements and the highest level
of automated machine protection available.

Through substantial investments in Research and Development and employing industry leading
technology, advancements have been made in the key areas of performance and fuel efficiency – helping
you to move more material at lower operating costs and environmental impact.

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Building on pedi
Building on from the D-series platform,
Bell Equipment’s evolutionary approach
to design delivers optimised power-to-
weight ratio and legendary fuel
efficiency.

Planetary powershift transmission The transfer case inter-axle differential

optimises shift points to match conditions delivers equal torque to each axle when
and vehicle weight while protecting the traction is favourable. When conditions
transmission from operator error and deteriorate, the diff-lock automatically
abuse. engages to deliver torque to the tyres
that can best use it.

High-strength steel and widely spaced A tailgate is available as an option for

taper roller bearings in the articulation better material retention. The tailgate opens
area enhance long-term durability. as the bin is raised for dumping. Spring steel
straps maintain positive seal throughout the
haul, ensuring minimal material is lost.

Limited-slip differentials and automatic Automatic retardation slows the truck The short front end provides the best
transfer case diff-lock provide real when the operator backs off the approach angle that allows these ADTs
Automatic Traction Control. accelerator pedal for more confidence to attack steep terrain.
on steep grades and enhanced
The best-in-class payload-to-weight brake life. High-travel suspension keeps all tyres
ratio means that more of your fuel cost in constant contact with the ground, for
is spent moving the material, not Electronic unit injection fuel system optimum traction.
running the machine, decreasing your provides high injection pressures even
cost per tonne. at low engine speed for improved
cold-starting ability, low-speed
An industry leading, fully automatic response, and reduced emissions.
six-speed planetary transmission with
torque converter lock-up maximises fuel
efficiency.
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igree Improved payloads, faster haul cycles
and industry leading fuel economy all
help you move more material at a
lower-cost-per-tonne than your
competitors.
Class leading payload-to-weight ratio
means that more of your fuel cost is
spent moving the material and not
running the machine - for maximum
productivity and profitability.

With a high oscillating frame joint,

articulated steering, and high-floatation
tyres, these hard working haulers
won’t let wet weather or steep grades
dampen your plans.

Our innovative comfort ride option is available as an option to

even further enhance ride comfort by ensuring minimal whole body
vibration exposure.

Productivity increases, through increased cycle times, and reduced haul road maintenance are even
further benefits of the simple, but extremely successful system. Long haul cycles with rough, hard roads
will see maximum benefit, especially on the unladen run.

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Uncompromised
durability
Built smarter, to work harder. Bell
ADTs offer optimised machine weights
so you spend more time and money
moving material and not running the
machine.
With decades of ADT experience, the new Bell E-series articulated
hauler is designed and manufactured using purpose built, reliable
Bell components best suited for the toughest of conditions. The
central oscillation joint, high suspension travel on all axles, and
balanced weight distribution provide the agility and ability to
navigate hostile terrain.

The high-strength steel chassis delivers strength and rigidity without excess weight.

For comfortable productivity, front-suspension damping helps Rough terrain demands tough suspensions. Heavy-duty
minimise vibration, while a superior suspension seat reduces the components absorb shocks and come back for more. You get
roll often experienced in off-road conditions. best-in-class ground clearance, too.
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d Hydraulically actuated dry-disc
brakes deliver consistent “on-the-
mark” braking, even in cold weather.
Simplified design makes them easy
to maintain.
Fully enclosed, dual circuit wet disc
brakes offer superior braking
performance and extended service
life essential for wet and muddy
conditions. Oil-immersed wet-disc
brakes are virtually maintenance-free.

Viscous direct-drive engine fans

provide cooling for the best
efficiency.

Class leading engine braking

coupled with automated
transmission retardation, provides
superior braking power and reduces
service brake wear.

Other uptime-boosting features include world class on-board

diagnostics with live stream functionality, solid-state sealed switches
and satellite fleet management system.

High-strength welded-alloy steel chassis and reinforced articulation joints, offer superior strength and
durability with optimised weight for class leading power-to-weight ratio. Lower machine mass reduces
powertain and structural stress.
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 Operate
with ease
Using the latest in automotive
technology and state-of-the-art
tooling, the E-series takes operator
experience to new heights.

Climb into the cab of a Bell ADT and you will feel right at home. Its
quiet, spacious interior, ergonomically positioned operator station
and climate-controlled cabin is loaded with productivity-boosting
comfort and convenience features that minimise operator fatigue
and enhance the operator’s experience. Modern flowing lines, in
keeping with current styling trends on road vehicles, offer
unsurpassed levels of visibility.

From the state-of-the-art 10” full colour screen and automotive

mouse interface with centrally located sealed display unit to air
suspension seat, tilt/telescoping steering wheel and optional CD
player with high-output speakers, the E-series provides everything
your operators need to perform at their best.

Easy-to-understand instruments and A user friendly 10” colour monitor offers An automotive controller with menu
intuitive controls wrap around the operator vital operating information, safety warnings, navigation provides for simple operation of
so they’re easier to view and operate. detailed diagnostic readings and dump machine functions.
body function settings.

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 The standard sound-suppression A purpose designed HVAC climate-
package significantly reduces noise control system with automotive-style
levels and operator fatigue. louvres keeps the glass clear and the
cab comfortable.
The adaptive transmission control
adjusts clutch engagement to ensure New machine styling and cabin design
smooth, consistent shifts throughout the improvements, which include full glass
life of the truck. access door and high visibility mirror
package, provide exceptional all-round
A fully adjustable air-suspension seat visibility.
with variable damping, auto height adjust
Convenient sealed switch module provides according to operator weight, pneumatic You won’t find retarder pedals or levers
fingertip control of numerous productivity lumbar support and multipoint harness in a Bell truck. Retarder aggressiveness
enhancing functions including: Keyless for class-leading comfort and safety. is simply set on the switch pad.
Start, I-Tip, Dump Body Upper Limit, Everything else is automatic.
Soft Stop/Hard Stop Selection, Retarder
Aggressiveness and Speed Control.
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 Safety, our
business too
By listening to users and delivering
on expectations in an ever changing
workplace, we provide a truck
that leads in application safety
with numerous groundbreaking
innovations.
Independent features such as Keyless Start, HillAssist, Bin Tip
Prevention, Auto Park Application (APA), Standard Turbo Spin
Protection and On-Board Weighing (OBW) are still standard on the
E-series. For improved safety and productivity, the E-series has an
automatic Inter-axle Differential Lock (IDL) giving the vehicle full
Automatic Traction Control.

Our quiet operator cabins are ROPS/FOPS An optional integrated reverse camera and Keyless start, driver identity and access
certified with an air suspension operator high visibility mirrors ensure superior all codes ensure no unauthorised operation of
seat. Both the operator and trainer seat round visibility. your equipment.
have retractable lap belts with automatically
locking retractors.

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 Full handrails (to ISO 2876) can be Best-in-class retarder and engine
installed to offer improved safety when braking automatically applies when the
performing engine checks. operator lifts his foot off the
accelerator. Retarder aggressiveness
can be simply adjusted on the sealed
The park brake automatically applies
switch module ensuring maximum
when neutral is selected and it is not
descent control for all conditions.
possible to engage neutral at speed.
Torque dependent park brake release
(hill assist) ensures no roll back on All trucks can be set up to
slopes. automatically sound the horn when
starting or switching between forward
and reverse.

Multiple geofencing in challenging

site conditions ensures safe machine
operation, such as downhill speed
control, geofence speed limits and bin
restrictions.

The exclusive on-board weighing option The incorporation of a pitch and roll sensor Both operator or site selectable maximum
presents the operator with real time in the vehicle prevents bin operation if the speed control allows the vehicle to
information on the payload while the truck is in an unsafe position. automatically decelerate and apply the
machine is being loaded. A ‘speed retarder to prevent onsite speeding.
restriction’ mode can also be activated if
the machine is significantly overloaded.
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 Maximise your
uptime
Automated daily service checks can
The E-Series is loaded with features be done with ease and comfort from
inside the operator station using the
that make it as easy to maintain as 10” colour LCD monitor and sealed
display controller.
it is to operate. Spend less time and
expense getting ready for work and The load-sensing hydraulic system
was designed with simplicity in mind,
more time getting work done. while maintaining efficiency. Fewer
components for improved reliability
and serviceability.

Easy-to-reach dipsticks, see-through reservoirs, sight gauges and Extended engine transmission and
hydraulic oil-change for increased
grouped service points make quick work of the daily routine. Quick- uptime and lower operating cost.
change filters, extended engine and hydraulic oil-service intervals
Available environmental drains allow
lower daily operating costs and provide superior machine uptime. quick, no-spill changes.
An industry leading 10” colour monitor offers on-board machine
Your Bell Service Centre has the
diagnostics as well as automated daily service functionality, this parts and backup you need to stay
coupled with diagnostic test ports help you troubleshoot and make productive and offers a wide variety of
preventative maintenance and support
informed maintenance decisions on site. programmes to help you control costs.

If something goes wrong, the diagnostic The cab can be tilted in minutes without An in-cab load centre simplifies fuse
monitor provides service codes and special tools, for convenient service access replacement. Fewer relays, connectors and
supporting info to help diagnose the to drivetrain components. harnesses mean higher reliability.
problem.

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See-through fluid reservoirs and sight Easily accessible test ports allow The centralised lube bank places difficult-
gauges let you check fluid levels at a technicians to troubleshoot problems more to-reach nipples within reach. The
glance. quickly. convenient lube chart helps ensure that
nothing gets overlooked.

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 Where ever you
are... Planning and Monitoring
Complete Training Solutions

Financing Options

Project Analysis and Solutions

Repair and
Maintenance Contracts

Machine and Component Rebuilds

Complete Service and Support

Complete Parts Supply

Through our own network as well as approved dealers and strategic

alliances we ensure supply and support to the global market.
Develop a lasting and meaningful partnership with Bell Equipment through Bell Assure, your tailor-made
support structure furnished with all the after-sales tools you need to give you best value, peace of mind
and a unique after-sales experience.

...we have you

covered
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Smarter fleet
management

Cutting edge technology, helping you run your fleet smarter. Providing
accurate, up-to-date operational data, production data and diagnostic data.

Machine operational data is processed and compiled into useful production and performance statistics, accessible
via the Bell Fleetm@tic website. These reports are also automated and emailed directly to you. The key to a
productive and profitable fleet, lies in the abillity to monitor and manage your machines and operators efficiently.

Fleetm@tic:
Maximise productivity Receive machine health data

Generate machine utilisation reports Implement safety features

Identify operator training requirements Protect investments

Pro-active maintenance planning Receive real time geospatial data

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 Technical Data - B18E
Engine Axles Hydraulic System Vehicle Speeds
Mercedes Benz OM 924 LA Bell 18T Variable displacement load sensing 1st 11 km/h 7 mph
Axle housings: fabricated steel 2nd 20 km/h 12 mph
Gross Power Differentials: high input limited slip on Flow 3rd 27 km/h 17 mph
160 kW (214 hp) @ 2,200 rpm front and middle axle. 155 l/min (41,5 gal/min) 4th 38 km/h 24 mph
Net Power Final drive: outboard planetary. Pressure 5th 50 km/h 31 mph
152 kW (204 hp) @ 2,200 rpm 27 MPa (3,915 psi) 6th 50 km/h 31 mph
R 7 km/h 4 mph
Torque brakiNG system Filter
810 Nm (597 lbft) @ 1,200 -1,600 Service Brake 5 microns
rpm Dual circuit, full hydraulic actuation Cab
Dry disc brakes with 8 calipers (4F, ROPS/FOPS certified
Displacement 2M, 2R).
Steering System
4,80 litres (293 cu.in) 76 dBA internal sound level
Double-acting cylinders with ground
Maximum Brake Force measured according to ISO 6396.
Fuel Tank Capacity driven emergency steering pump
244 kN (54,720 lbf) with standard
200 l (53 US gal) tyres. Lock to lock turns
Auxiliary Brake 4.32
Park & Emergency
Exhaust brake Spring applied air released, driveline Steering Angle
Engine Valve Brake (EVB) mounted disc 45º
Certification Maximum Brake Force
OM 924 LA meets EU Stage IIIA/EPA 181,5 kN (40,802 lbf) Dumping System
Tier 3 emissions regulations
Auxiliary Brake Double-acting, single stage cylinders
Automatic exhaust brake and Engine Raise Time
Transmission Valve Brake (EVB). 10 s
Standard Non-retarder: Allison Variable Adjustable Hydraulic retarder
3000P ORS in transmission. Lowering Time
Optional Retarder: Allison 3000PR ORS 5,5 s
Maximum Retardation
Layout 119 kW (159 hp) Tipping Angle
Engine mounted 540 kW (724 hp) with retarder option 70º
Gear Layout
Constant meshing planetary gears Wheels Pneumatic System
Gears Type Air drier with heater and integral
Automatic: 6 Forward, 1 Reverse Radial Earthmover unloader valve, serving park brake
and auxiliary functions.
Clutch Type Tyre
Hydraulically operated multidisc 20.5R25 System Pressure
810 kPa (117 psi)
Control Type
Electronic Front Suspension
Electrical System
Semi-independent, leading A-frame
Torque Control supported by hydro-pneumatic (oil/ Voltage
Hydrodynamic, with lock-up in all nitrogen) suspension struts. 24 V
gears
Battery Type
Rear Suspension Two AGM (Absorption Glass Mat)
Transfer Box type
Pivoting walking beams with
Bell GR 8000 laminated rubber suspension blocks Battery Capacity
Layout 2 X 75 Ah
Remote mounted
Alternator Rating
Gear Layout 28 V 80 A
Three in-line helical gears
Output Differential
Interaxle torque proportional, 67/33
Automatic inter axle diff lock

Load Capacity & Ground Pressure

OPERATING WEIGHTS GROUND PRESSURE LOAD CAPACITY OPTION WEIGHTS

UNLADEN kg (lb) LADEN (No sinkage) LADEN (15% sinkage) BODY m (yd )
3 3 kg (lb)
Front 8,075 (17,802) 20.5R25 kPa (Psi) 20.5R25 kPa (Psi) Struck Capacity 9 (11) Bin liner 802 (1,768)
Middle 3,885 (8,565) Front 221 (32) Front 145 (21) SAE 2:1 Capacity 11 (14,5)
Rear 3,329 (7,339) Middle 302 (44) Middle 185 (27) SAE 1:1 Capacity 13,5 (17,5)
Total 15,289 (33,706) Rear 302 (44) Rear 185 (27)
LADEN Rated Payload 18,000 kg
Front 10,023 (22,097) (39,683 lbs)
Middle 11,815 (26,048)
Rear 11,450 (25,243)
Total 33,288 (73,387)
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 Dimensions

NVM GVM

Retardation 15,289 kg
33,706 lb
33,288 kg
73,387 lb ADT, B18E 6X4 Retardation: Standard Non-Retarder

1. Determine retardation force required by finding

intersection of vehicle mass line. 15%

2. From this intersection, move straight left across

40 30% 40

charts until line intersects the curve. NOTE: 2%

ling resistance

typical rolling resistance is already assumed in 25%

chart.
3. Read down from this point to determine
Total Resistance = % Grade - % Rolling

10%

maximum speed.
20 8% 20
Gross Retardation Force [kN]

6%

4%

0 0%
2% 0
15293 25293 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65
Mass (kg) Speed [km/h]

NVM GVM

Gradeability / Rimpull
15,289 kg 33,288 kg
33,706 lb 73,387 lb ADT, B18E 6X4 Tractive Effort
200 200

1. Determine tractive resistance by finding intersec- 180 180

tion of vehicle mass line and grade line. NOTE: 160 160
2% typical rolling resistance is already assumed
in chart and grade line.
Total Resistance = % Grade + % Rolling resistance

140 140

2. From this intersection, move straight left across 120 120

charts until line intersects rimpull curve.
3. Read down from this point to determine maxi- 100
60%
100

mum speed attained at that tractive resistance. 50%

80 80
40% 20%
Gross Tractive Effort [kN]

60 30%
60
15%
25%
40 10% 40
8%
6%
20 4% 20
2%
0%

0 0
15293 25293 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65
Mass (kg) Speed [km/h]
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 Technical Data - B20E
Engine Axles Hydraulic System Vehicle Speeds
Mercedes Benz OM 924 LA Bell 18T Variable displacement load sensing 1st 11 km/h 7 mph
Axle housings: fabricated steel 2nd 20 km/h 12 mph
Gross Power Differentials: high input limited slip on Flow 3rd 27 km/h 17 mph
160 kW (214 hp) @ 2,200 rpm front and middle axle. 155 l/min (41,5 gal/min) 4th 38 km/h 24 mph
Net Power Final drive: outboard planetary. Pressure 5th 50 km/h 31 mph
152 kW (204 hp) @ 2,200 rpm 27 MPa (3,915 psi) 6th 50 km/h 31 mph
R 7 km/h 4 mph
Torque brakiNG system Filter
810 Nm (597 lbft) @ 1,200 -1,600 Service Brake 5 microns
rpm Dual circuit, full hydraulic actuation Cab
Dry disc brakes with 8 calipers (4F, ROPS/FOPS certified
Displacement 2M, 2R).
Steering System
4,80 litres (293 cu.in) 76 dBA internal sound level
Double-acting cylinders with ground
Maximum Brake Force measured according to ISO 6396.
Fuel Tank Capacity driven emergency steering pump
244 kN (54,720 lbf) with standard
200 l (53 US gal) tyres. Lock to lock turns
Auxiliary Brake 4.32
Park & Emergency
Exhaust brake Spring applied air released, driveline Steering Angle
Engine Valve Brake (EVB) mounted disc 45º
Certification Maximum Brake Force
OM 924 LA meets EU Stage IIIA/EPA 181,5 kN (40,802 lbf) Dumping System
Tier 3 emissions regulations
Auxiliary Brake Double-acting, single stage cylinders
Automatic exhaust brake and Engine Raise Time
Transmission Valve Brake (EVB). 10 s
Standard Non-retarder: Allison 3000P Variable Adjustable Hydraulic retarder
ORS in transmission. Lowering Time
Optional Retarder: Allison 3000PR ORS 5,5 s
Maximum Retardation
Layout 119 kW (159 hp) Tipping Angle
Engine mounted 540 kW (724 hp) with retarder option 70º
Gear Layout
Constant meshing planetary gears Wheels Pneumatic System
Gears Type Air drier with heater and integral
Automatic: 6 Forward, 1 Reverse Radial Earthmover unloader valve, serving park brake
and auxiliary functions.
Clutch Type Tyre
Hydraulically operated multidisc 20.5R25 System Pressure
810 kPa (117 psi)
Control Type
Electronic Front Suspension
Electrical System
Semi-independent, leading A-frame
Torque Control supported by hydro-pneumatic (oil/ Voltage
Hydrodynamic, with lock-up in all nitrogen) suspension struts. 24 V
gears
Battery Type
Rear Suspension Two AGM (Absorption Glass Mat)
Transfer Box type
Pivoting walking beams with
Bell GR 8000 laminated rubber suspension blocks Battery Capacity
Layout 2 X 75 Ah
Remote mounted
Alternator Rating
Gear Layout 28 V 80 A
Three in-line helical gears
Output Differential
Interaxle torque proportional, 67/33
Automatic inter axle diff lock

Load Capacity & Ground Pressure

OPERATING WEIGHTS GROUND PRESSURE LOAD CAPACITY OPTION WEIGHTS

UNLADEN kg (lb) LADEN (No sinkage) LADEN (15% sinkage) BODY m3 (yd3) kg (lb)
Front 7,698 (16,971) 20.5R25 kPa (Psi) 20.5R25 kPa (Psi) Struck Capacity 9 (11) Bin liner 497 (1,096)
Middle 3,984 (8,783) Front 221 (32) Front 145 (21) SAE 2:1 Capacity 11 (14,5)
Rear 3,445 (7,595) Middle 302 (44) Middle 185 (27) SAE 1:1 Capacity 13,5 (17,5)
Total 15,127 (33,349) Rear 302 (44) Rear 185 (27)
LADEN Rated Payload 18,000 kg
Front 10,023 (22,097) (39,683 lbs)
Middle 11,895 (26,224)
Rear 11,531 (25,422)
Total 33,449 (73,742)
Note: The B20E is a road legal truck and as such, the unladen weight is quoted without operator and fuel. All other Bell machines are quoted with operator and full fuel.
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 Dimensions

NVM GVM

Retardation 15,127 kg
33,349 lb
33,449 kg
73,742 lb ADT, B20E 6X4 Retardation: Standard Non-Retarder

1. Determine retardation force required by finding

intersection of vehicle mass line. 15%

2. From this intersection, move straight left across 40 30% 40

charts until line intersects the curve. NOTE: 2%

typical rolling resistance is already assumed in
Total Resistance = % Grade - % Rolling resistance

25%

chart.
3. Read down from this point to determine 10%

maximum speed.
20 8% 20
Gross Retardation Force [kN]

6%

4%

0 0%
2% 0
15293 25293 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65
Mass (kg) Speed [km/h]

NVM GVM

Gradeability / Rimpull
15,127 kg 33,449 kg
33,349 lb 73,742 lb ADT, B20E 6X4 Tractive Effort
200 200

1. Determine tractive resistance by finding intersec- 180 180

tion of vehicle mass line and grade line. NOTE: 160 160
2% typical rolling resistance is already assumed
in chart and grade line.
Total Resistance = % Grade + % Rolling resistance

140 140

2. From this intersection, move straight left across 120

charts until line intersects rimpull curve.
120

3. Read down from this point to determine maxi- 100

60%
100

mum speed attained at that tractive resistance. 50%

80 80
40% 20%
Gross Tractive Effort [kN]

60 30%
60
15%
25%
40 10% 40
8%
6%
20 4% 20
2%
0%

0 0
15293 25293 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65
Mass (kg) Speed [km/h]
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 Technical Data - B25E
Engine Axles Hydraulic System Vehicle Speeds
Mercedes Benz OM 906 LA Bell 15T Variable displacement with load 1st 7 km/h 4 mph
Axle housings: fabricated steel sensing 2nd 15 km/h 9 mph
Gross Power Differentials: high input limited slip 3rd 23 km/h 14 mph
205 kW (275 hp) @ 2,200 rpm Final drive: outboard planetary. Flow 4th 35 km/h 22 mph
165 l/min (44 gal/min) 5th 47 km/h 29 mph
Net Power
198 kW (265 hp) @ 2,200 rpm Pressure 6th 50 km/h 31 mph
brakiNG system
28 MPa (4,061 psi) R 7 km/h 4 mph
Torque Service Brake
1,000 Nm (738 lbft) @ 1,200 -1,600 Dual circuit, full hydraulic actuation Filter
rpm Dry disc brakes with 8 calipers (4F, 5 microns Cab
2M, 2R). ROPS/FOPS certified
Displacement
6,37 litres (388 cu.in) Maximum Brake Force Steering System 76 dBA internal sound level
184 kN (41,400 lbf) with standard measured according to ISO 6396.
Fuel Tank Capacity Double-acting cylinders with ground
tyres. driven emergency steering pump
379 l (100 US gal)
Park & Emergency Lock to lock turns
Auxiliary Brake Spring applied air released, driveline
Exhaust brake 4.1
mounted disc
Engine Valve Brake (EVB) Steering Angle
Maximum Brake Force 45º
Certification 195 kN (43,900 lbf)
OM 906 LA meets EU stage II/EPA
Tier 2 emissions regulations Auxiliary Brake Dumping System
Automatic exhaust brake and Engine
Valve Brake (EVB). Double-acting, single stage cylinders
Transmission Variable Adjustable Hydraulic retarder Raise Time
Allison 3500PR ORS in transmission. 14,5 s
Layout Maximum Retardation Lowering Time
Engine mounted 539 kW (722 hp) 7,5 s
Gear Layout Tipping Angle
Constant meshing planetary gears Wheels 70º
Gears Type
Automatic: 6 Forward, 1 Reverse Radial Earthmover
Pneumatic System
Clutch Type Tyre Air drier with heater and integral
Hydraulically operated multidisc 23.5R25 unloader valve, serving park brake
and auxiliary functions.
Control Type
Electronic Front Suspension System Pressure
Semi-independent, leading A-frame 810 kPa (117 psi)
Torque Control supported by hydro-pneumatic (oil/
Hydrodynamic, with lock-up in all nitrogen) suspension struts.
gears Electrical System
Voltage
Rear Suspension 24 V
Transfer Box
Pivoting walking beams with
Bell GR 8100 Battery Type
laminated rubber suspension blocks
Two AGM (Absorption Glass Mat)
Layout type
Remote mounted
Battery Capacity
Gear Layout 2 X 75 Ah
Three in-line helical gears
Alternator Rating
Output Differential 28 V 80 A
Interaxle torque proportional, 67/33
Automatic inter axle diff lock

Load Capacity & Ground Pressure

OPERATING WEIGHTS GROUND PRESSURE LOAD CAPACITY OPTION WEIGHTS

UNLADEN kg (lb) LADEN (No sinkage) LADEN (15% sinkage) BODY m (yd )
3 3 kg (lb)
Front 9,673 (21,325) 23.5R25 kPa (Psi) 23.5R25 kPa (Psi) Struck Capacity 12 (15,7) Bin liner 997 (2,198)
Middle 4,572 (10,080) Front 241 (35) Front 159 (23) SAE 2:1 Capacity 15 (19,5) Tailgate 735 (1,620)
Rear 4,518 (9,960) Middle 344 (50) Middle 221 (32) SAE 1:1 Capacity 18 (23,5) Extra wheelset 565 (1,246)
Total 18,763 (41,365) Rear 344 (50) Rear 221 (32) SAE 2:1 Capacity
LADEN with Autogate 15,5 (20,3)
Front 11,799 (26,012)
Middle 15,528 (34,233) Rated Payload 24,000 kg
Rear 15,436 (34,031) (52,911 lbs)
Total 42,763 (94,276)
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 Dimensions

NVM GVM
18,763 kg 42,763 kg

Gradeability / Rimpull 240

41,365 lb 94,276 lb
240
ADT, B25E 6X6 - Tractive Effort

220 220
1. Determine tractive resistance by finding intersec-
tion of vehicle mass line and grade line. NOTE: 200 200

2% typical rolling resistance is already assumed 180 180

in chart and grade line.

Total Resistance = % Grade + % Rolling resistance

160 160
2. From this intersection, move straight left across
charts until line intersects rimpull curve. 140 140

3. Read down from this point to determine maxi- 120

60%
120

mum speed attained at that tractive resistance. 100 50% 100

20%
40%
80 80
Gross Tractive Effort [kN]

30% 15%
60 25% 60
10%
40 8% 40
6%
4%
20 2% 20
0%

0 0
18400 28400 38400 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60
Mass (kg) Speed [km/h]

NVM GVM

Retardation
18,763 kg 42,763 kg
41,365 lb 94,276 lb ADT, B25E 6X6 - Retardation

1. Determine retardation force required by finding 120 120

intersection of vehicle mass line.

2. From this intersection, move straight left across 100 100

charts until line intersects the curve. NOTE: 2%

ling resistance

60%

typical rolling resistance is already assumed in

chart.
80 80
50%
20%

3. Read down from this point to determine

Total Resistance = % Grade - % Rolling

maximum speed.
40%
60 60
15%
Gross Retardation Force [kN]

30%

40 25% 40
10%

8%
20 20
6%

4%

0 0%
2% 0
18400 28400 38400 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60
Mass (kg) Speed [km/h]
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 Technical Data - B30E
Engine Axles Hydraulic System Vehicle Speeds
Mercedes Benz OM 926 LA Bell 18T Variable displacement with load 1st 7 km/h 4 mph
Axle housings: fabricated steel sensing 2nd 15 km/h 9 mph
Gross Power Differentials: high input limited slip 3rd 23 km/h 14 mph
240 kW (322 hp) @ 2,200 rpm Final drive: outboard planetary. Flow 4th 35 km/h 22 mph
165 l/min (44 gal/min) 5th 47 km/h 29 mph
Net Power
232 kW (311 hp) @ 2,200 rpm Pressure 6th 50 km/h 31 mph
brakiNG system R 7 km/h 4 mph
28 MPa (4,061 psi)
Torque Service Brake
1,300 Nm (959 lbft) @ 1,200 -1,600 Dual circuit, full hydraulic actuation Filter
rpm Dry disc brakes with 8 calipers (4F, 5 microns Cab
2M, 2R) ROPS/FOPS certified
Displacement
7,2 litres (439 cu.in) Maximum Brake Force Steering System 76 dBA internal sound level
184 kN (41,400 lbf) with standard measured according to ISO 6396.
Fuel Tank Capacity Double-acting cylinders with ground
tyres driven emergency steering pump
379 l (100 US gal)
Park & Emergency Lock to lock turns
Auxiliary Brake Spring applied air released, driveline
Exhaust brake 4.1
mounted disc
Engine Valve Brake (EVB) Steering Angle
Maximum Brake Force 45º
Certification 214 kN (48,200 lbf)
OM 926 LA meets EU stage II/EPA
Tier 2 emissions regulations Auxiliary Brake Dumping System
Automatic exhaust brake and Engine
Valve Brake (EVB). Double-acting, single stage cylinders
Transmission
Variable Adjustable Hydraulic retarder Raise Time
Allison 3500PR ORS in transmission. 14,5 s
Layout Maximum Retardation Lowering Time
Engine mounted 554 kW (743 hp) 7,5 s
Gear Layout Tipping Angle
Constant meshing planetary gears Wheels 70º
Gears Type
Automatic: 6 Forward, 1 Reverse Radial Earthmover
Pneumatic System
Clutch Type Tyre Air drier with heater and integral
Hydraulically operated multidisc 23.5R25 or 750/65R25 unloader valve, serving park brake
and auxiliary functions.
Control Type
Electronic Front Suspension System Pressure
Semi-independent, leading A-frame 810 kPa (117 psi)
Torque Control
supported by hydro-pneumatic (oil/
Hydrodynamic, with lock-up in all
nitrogen) suspension struts.
gears Electrical System
Voltage
Rear Suspension 24 V
Transfer Box
Pivoting walking beams with
Bell GR 10 000 Battery Type
laminated rubber suspension blocks
Two AGM (Absorption Glass Mat)
Layout type
Remote mounted
Battery Capacity
Gear Layout 2 X 75 Ah
Three in-line helical gears
Alternator Rating
Output Differential 28 V 80 A
Interaxle torque proportional, 67/33
Automatic inter axle diff lock

Load Capacity & Ground Pressure

OPERATING WEIGHTS GROUND PRESSURE LOAD CAPACITY OPTION WEIGHTS

UNLADEN kg (lb) LADEN-No sinkage LADEN-15% sinkage BODY m (yd )

3 3
kg (lb)
Front 9,743 (21,480) 23.5R25 kPa (Psi) 23.5R25 kPa (Psi) Struck Capacity 14 (18,3) Bin liner 1,124 (2,478)
Middle 4,763 (10,501) Front 279 (41) Front 175 (25) SAE 2:1 Capacity 17,5 (22,9) Tailgate 785 (1,731)
Rear 4,710 (10,384) Middle 387 (56) Middle 248 (36) SAE 1:1 Capacity 21 (27,5) Extra wheelset 565 (1,246)
Total 19,216 (42,365) Rear 387 (56) Rear 248 (36) SAE 2:1 Capacity
LADEN with Autogate 18 (23,5)
Front 12,751 (28,111) 750/65 kPa (Psi) 750/65 kPa (Psi)
Middle 17,237 (38,001) Front 229 (33) Front 149 (22) Rated Payload 28,000 kg
Rear 17,228 (37,981) Middle 316 (46) Middle 212 (31) (61,729 lbs)
Total 47,216 (104,093) Rear 316 (46) Rear 212 (31)
22
 Dimensions

NVM GVM

Gradeability / Rimpull
18690 kg 46690 kg
41204 lb 102934 lb ADT, B30E 6X6 - Tractive Effort
260 260

1. Determine tractive resistance by finding intersec- 240 240

tion of vehicle mass line and grade line. NOTE: 220 220

2% typical rolling resistance is already assumed 200 200

in chart and grade line.

lling resistance

180 180
2. From this intersection, move straight left across
charts until line intersects rimpull curve.
160 160

3. Read down from this point to determine maxi-

Total Resistance = % Grade + % Rolling

140 140

mum speed attained at that tractive resistance. 120 60% 120

100 50%
20% 100
40%
Gross Tractive Effort [kN]

80 15% 80
30%
60 25% 60
10%
8%
40 6% 40
4%
20 2% 20
0%

0 0
18690 28690 38690 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60
Mass (kg) Speed [km/h]

NVM GVM

Retardation
18690 kg 46690 kg
41204 lb 102934 lb ADT, B30E 6X6 - Retardation
140 140

1. Determine retardation force required by finding

intersection of vehicle mass line. 120 120

2. From this intersection, move straight left across

charts until line intersects the curve. NOTE: 2% 100 100
typical rolling resistance is already assumed in
ling resistance

60%

chart.
3. Read down from this point to determine
80 20% 80
50%
Total Resistance = % Grade - % Rolling

maximum speed. 40%

60 15% 60
Gross Retardation Force [kN]

30%

40 25% 40
10%

8%

20 6% 20

4%

0 0%
2% 0
18690 28690 38690 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60
Mass (kg) Speed [km/h]
23
Features and Options
E
E
E
E

E
E
E
E
B18
B20
B25
B30

B18
B20
B25
B30
l Standard s Option l Standard s Option

Engine Cab (continued)
l l l l Wet-sleeve cylinder liners l l l l 12-volt power outlet
l l l l Engine valve brake and exhaust brake l l l l Cup holder
l l l l Dual element air cleaner with dust ejector valve l l l l Cooled/heated lunch box
l l l l Precleaner l l l l Ashtray
l l l l Water separator s s s s Electric adjustable and heated mirrors
l l l l Serpentine drive belt with automatic tensioner l l l l Deluxe 10” colour LCD:
Speedometer / Fuel gauge /
COOLING Transmission oil temperature gauge /
l l l l Crank-shaft mounted viscous-drive fan Engine coolant temperature gauge /
l l l l Fan guard LED function/warning indicators and audible
alarm / Transmission gear selection /
PNEUMATIC SYSTEM Tachometer / Battery voltage / Hour meter /
l l l l Engine-mounted compressor Odometer / Fuel consumption / Tip counter /
l l l l Air drier with heater Trip timer / Trip distance / Metric/English units /
l l l l Integral unloader valve Service codes/diagnostics
l l l l Backlit sealed switch module functions with:
Electrical System Wiper control / Lights / Heated mirrors /
l l l l Battery disconnect Retarding aggressiveness / Transfer case
l l l l Drive lights differential lock / Transmission gear hold /
s s s s Deluxe work lights Dump-body tip limit / Automatic dump-body
l l l l Electric hooter tip settings / Airconditioner/ Heater controls /
l l l l Reverse alarm Preselected Speed Control
l l l l Rotating beacon
l l l l Pitch Roll sensor Dump Body
s s s s Artic reverse light s s l l Dump-body mechanical lock
s s s s Body liner
Steering System s s Tailgate
l l l l Ground-driven secondary steering pump s s Body heater
s s s s Less dump body and cylinders
Cab
l l l l ROPS/FOPS certification Other
l l l l Tilt cab l l 20.5R25 radial earthmover tyres
l l l l Gas strut-supported door l l 23.5R25 radial earthmover tyres
l l l l I-Tip programmable dump-body tip settings s 750/65R25 radial earthmover tyres
l l l l Air conditioner l l l l Remote grease banks
l l l l Heater s s s s Automatic greasing
s s s s AM/FM radio/CD player l l l l Onboard weighing
l l l l Rear window guard s s s s Load lights: stack
l l l l Wiper/washer with intermittent control s s Comfort ride suspension
l l l l Tilt and telescoping steering wheel s s s s Reverse camera
s s l l Centre-mount air-suspension seat s s Hand rails
s s s s LED work lights l l l l Cab peak
s s s s Rotating beacon: seat belt installation s s Deluxe bonnet
s s s s Remote engine and machine isolation s s s s High pressure hydraulic filter
s s s s Remote battery jump start s s s s Fuel heater
l l l l Retractable seat belt s s s s Belly cover
l l l l Foldaway trainer seat with retractable seat belt s s Cross member cover

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