by Kyle Molyneux | Thu 21 Nov 2019
Bell B20Es a great find
LK Construction, an operated plant hire and ground works contractor involved with archaeological excavation, has completed the purchase of three Bell Equipment B20E Articulated Dump Trucks across a 16-month period.
Managing director Lloyd White was looking to build a ‘more dexterous’ fleet of vehicles for his expanding operation. Having previously rented ADTs, Lloyd wanted to create a workforce of his own, comprising more nimble vehicles with oscillating frames and high flotation tyres, designed to prevent ruts and minimise the chance of becoming stuck. “Our archaeology clients operate onsite in all weathers,” he explained, “which means we do too. Often we work on land with challenging ground conditions, which easily create the potential to damage the archaeology below.”
A physically smaller incarnation of the Bell B25E and B30E, but with comparable capabilities, the B20E 6x6 ADT is proving popular in housebuilding markets. “Working within the archaeology sector, it’s vital that we get the dig right first time, avoiding damage and working efficiently,” Lloyd continued. “This makes the B20E’s light ground pressure and flotation tyres perfect for the task… They’re ideal for this specific line of delicate work, but also perform extremely well within our other sectors of groundworks, earthworks, enabling works and site clearance.”
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