18 Cube Tipper Truck18 Cube Tipper Truck Overview
A 18 cube tipper truck is suited to bulk earthworks, commercial developments, roadworks, quarry material haulage and larger civil projects. The correct tipper size depends on the material density, route condition, loading method, legal payload limits and how quickly material must be moved.
Unlike ADTs, tipper trucks are usually selected where road travel, longer distances or delivery between sites is required. They work well where haul roads are prepared and the loading area allows safe positioning for excavators or front end loaders.
Project Plant Hire can assist with brand-neutral tipper truck hire based on your project location, material type, required capacity, loading fleet and hire duration.
Best suited for
Bulk earthworks, commercial developments, roadworks, quarry material haulage and larger civil projects.
Typical Applications
Construction material delivery
Transport sand, stone, fill and aggregate to building and civil project sites.
Bulk earthmoving support
Move spoil, selected material and road layer material where haul roads are suitable.
Quarry and aggregate haulage
Support quarry supply, crusher feed, stockpile movement and aggregate deliveries.
Road construction
Deliver G-material, subbase, aggregate, asphalt support material and layer works material.
Site clearance
Remove spoil, rubble and unwanted material from construction and development sites.
Infrastructure projects
Support pipeline, platform, municipal, industrial and road infrastructure works.
Machine Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Truck Class | 18 Cube Tipper Truck |
| Body Capacity | 18 m³ class body capacity |
| Typical Payload Guidance | Approx. 16–22 ton payload class, depending on chassis, body and material density |
| Typical Configuration | Larger rigid rear tipper for construction and civil material movement |
| Best Applications | Bulk earthworks, commercial developments, roadworks, quarry material haulage and larger civil projects. |
| Material Suitability | Crushed stone, sand, fill, spoil, aggregate, road layer material and selected bulk materials. |
| Public Road Suitability | Usually suitable for road-going haulage where legal payload, licensing and route conditions are met. |
| Common Loading Equipment | Excavators, front end loaders and site loading equipment matched to the truck height and production target. |
| Quote Factors | Material type, load density, route distance, site access, loading equipment, hire duration and mobilisation requirements. |
When Not to Use This Truck
A 18 cube tipper truck may not be the best option for tight urban sites, weak access roads, very wet haul roads or high-production mining sites where 30–45 ton ADTs are better suited. In those cases, Project Plant Hire may recommend a smaller tipper, larger tipper, ADT or different haulage solution depending on site conditions.
Recommended Fleet Pairing
Commonly hired together
30 Ton Excavator, 35 Ton Excavator, 3–4 m³ Front End Loader, D6 Dozer, Roller and Water Bowser.
Loading method
Match truck height and cycle time with the correct excavator or front end loader to avoid production delays.
Road condition
Prepared roads improve cycle times, tyre life, fuel use and truck availability.
Material density
Volume and payload must both be considered because dense material may reach legal payload before the body is full.
Project Plant Hire Recommendation
Our recommendation
An 18 cube tipper is often the practical production size for larger civil and construction work where haul roads are suitable and public road travel is required.
Related Equipment
Popular Models Available
Tipper truck hire is supplied by body capacity, payload and road suitability. These are typical equivalent truck makes and configurations for this size.
FAW / Hino
FAW 28.280/33.420 and Hino 700 equivalent 18 cube configurations.
UD / Isuzu
UD Quester and Isuzu FX/FV equivalent rigid tipper configurations.
Mercedes-Benz / MAN / Volvo
Mercedes-Benz Arocs, MAN TGS and Volvo FMX equivalent construction tippers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much can a 18 m³ tipper carry?
Capacity is volume-based, but legal payload depends on the truck, axle limits, route and material density. Dense material may reach payload before the body is full.
Can this tipper carry rock?
It can carry suitable rock or aggregate depending on body type, loading method and route conditions. Heavy blasted rock may require a stronger site haulage solution.
Is a tipper better than an ADT?
A tipper is usually better for road-going haulage and longer distances on suitable roads. An ADT is usually better for rough, wet, steep or off-road conditions.
Which machine should load this truck?
The best loader depends on the truck size, material, cycle time and production target. Excavators and front end loaders are commonly used.
Do you supply different tipper sizes?
Yes. Project Plant Hire can assist with different cube capacities subject to availability and project requirements.
Request 18 Cube Tipper Truck Hire
Tell us your site location, material type, haul distance, loading method and hire duration. We will help match the correct tipper capacity to your project.