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Bulk material transport in road construction, civil engineering, sewer construction and cable laying
Why are Paus wheel dumpers often used on tight construction sites?
Thanks to compact dimensions, a 180° swiveling skip, and an articulated pendulum joint, Paus wheel dumpers precisely fill shafts on tight construction sites in civil engineering, cable laying, sewer and road construction without extra maneuvering. This relieves the strain on the driver and speeds up work processes on site.
Swivel-skip dumpers in operation
Whether on cramped city construction sites or rough terrain, the compact and agile powerpacks from Paus master demanding transport tasks on any ground. As indispensable helpers in civil engineering, cable laying, and road construction, they move soil, sand, or gravel completely effortlessly. Furthermore, they enable precise backfilling by placing building materials accurately into trenches and shafts without the need for complex maneuvering.
| AKR 9040 | AKR 9060 | AKR 9060 HP | AKR 9095 HP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum payload | 4,000 kg | 6,000 kg | 6,000 kg | 9,500 kg | |
| Skip volume | 2,200 l | 3,240 l | 3,240 l | 5,500 l | |
| Engine power | 44.5 kW / 2,200 1/min | 55.4 kW / 2,300 1/min | 77 kW / 2,200 1/min | 90 kW / 2,200 1/min | |
| Engine | Deutz TD 2,2 Level V | Deutz TD 2,9 | Deutz TCD 2,9 | Deutz TCD 3,6 | |
| Operating weight | 3,030 kg | 4,405 kg | 4,490 kg | 6,510 kg |
Your contact person
Bernd Vienenkötter
Head of Sales
Construction Machines
+49 5903 707 314
+49 170 9223648
bvienenkoetter@paus.de
What are the main areas of application for the wheel dumper?
A wheel dumper is an extremely versatile transport vehicle that proves its strengths wherever loose bulk materials must be moved on rough terrain or confined construction sites. Its primary area of application is in conventional construction, where it reliably transports and precisely dumps excavated earth, gravel, sand, or construction debris - even under the most adverse ground conditions.
What type of driver's license is required to operate a wheel dumper?
Thanks to new legal classifications and expert certificates from leading manufacturers like Paus, the old truck driver's license requirement (classes C1 or C) no longer applies. For wheel dumpers with a maximum speed of up to 25 km/h, driver's license class L is sufficient. Since this class is automatically included in the standard passenger car driver's license (class B), a truck driver's license is no longer required.
Significant advantages for companies:
- Greater flexibility in staff deployment, as almost every employee can be flexibly deployed as a driver.
- Enormous cost savings worth several thousand euros: no truck driver's license costs and no expenses for regular medical renewal check-ups.
- Relief regarding the shortage of skilled labor, making the recruitment of new employees noticeably easier.
- Quick job site changes via public roads, eliminating the need for time-consuming transport via low-loader.
What advantages does a wheel dumper offer compared to a conventional truck?
- No truck license required: Models with a top speed of 25 km/h can be operated with a Class B (passenger car) license - this massively eases personnel planning.
- Extreme off-road capability: Thanks to all-wheel drive, articulated steering, and special tires, the dumper keeps moving where a construction truck gets stuck in the mud.
- Exceptional maneuverability: Due to its compact design and swivel skip bucket, it is perfect for narrow construction sites and single-lane road sections.
- Ground protection: The dumper distributes weight more effectively and protects the road shoulders when dumping.