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Explore Plant orders Liebherr A 924 Litronic

Explore Transport Limited, a specialist supplier of Transport and Plant Hire services, has launched its on-track plant hire services with an initial order of Liebherr’s A924.

Utilising an expansive network of suppliers and previous experience in supporting the rail industry, Explore Plant and Transport Solutions have invested in a new, high specification and comprehensive fleet of RRVs equipped with cutting-edge technology and sourced from the industry's leading suppliers and convertors as part of their launch of Road Rail Plant Hire.

“These are exciting times for Explore as we look to play a part in the Rail Industry with Road Rail Plant, we see it as an opportunity to bring something different to the industry,” said Steve Smith, Head of Operations – Rail, Explore Plant and Transport Solutions. “With our Network of depots, haulage and plant hire expertise we believe Explore will bring innovation in safety, sustainability and operational excellence into the RRV supply industry.”

Leading the launch of Explore’s on-rail plant hire is the Liebherr A 924 Litronic Road Rail Vehicle. Selected for its capability, familiarity, and reliability, the A 924 marks the first order of Road Rail Vehicles to populate Explore’s new RRV fleet.

Craig Cherry, Area Sales Manager at Liebherr Great Britain, commented, “We are thrilled to be supplying a package of high specification, purpose built, wheeled rail excavators for Explore’s growth into the rail industry. The A 924 Rail is extremely versatile with excellent lifting duties for the 25,000kg weight class.

“The multiple auxiliary hydraulic services, with two main hydraulic pumps each producing 375 bar and 220 l/min, provide unrivalled performance with even the most demanding of attachments. We look forward to working with Explore and share their commitment to increasing safety through quality engineering solutions.”

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