FAQ - GRAB HIRE
FAQ about Hiring Our Grab Trucks
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Q) How far does a grab reach?
A) Typically the crane can reach around 5 meters, capable of accessing difficult areas and working over fences or walls the Grab trucks allow aggregates to be delivered at the point where they are needed - directly to the work face. Our experienced drivers are fully trained and certified to operate our Grabs. They are highly skilled and are able to collect your waste and deliver your material into the most awkward of places.
Q) How long does it take to load the grab lorry?
A) It normally takes around 15-30 minutes for a full load, depending on the material being loaded
Q) How big is a grab lorry?
A) Grab lorries, on average, are around 3 metres wide. SIZES
Q) How much can grab lorry load?
A) Grab lorries weigh around 16 tonnes when they’re empty, and the maximum authorised mass of these lorries is 32 tonnes, so they can carry 16 tonnes of waste. In terms of volume, this is between 12 and 15 cubic metres, depending on the type of material.
Q) What material can a grab lorry carry?
A) Grab lorries can carry a variety of materials, including:
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Soil
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Muck
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Green waste: flower cuttings, grass, hedge trimming
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Aggregates, concrete and topsoil