To describe a Vocational Dump Truck, Tandem rear axles, GVWR 64,000 lbs. Equipped with a 15.5-footlong, 10 Cubic yard capacity Dump Body. Engine supplied must be current EPA and CARB emissions compliant DIESEL power. Current year (NEW and UNREGISTERED) Conventional Cab with a three (3) axle GCWR of 80,000 Lbs. Minimum. Wheelbase (WB) will be, "as required", to accommodate the dimensions of the unit. Wheelbase will not exceed 242” inches. Exact dimensions TBD. Minimum BBC: 114” inches and Back of Cab clearance: It should be noted; this truck will be required to perform at 10% grade over a 1-mile distance while full. It will operate in rock quarries with unpaved dirt roads and steep elevations. Upon request, Bidder will furnish complete information on the equipment to be furnished. Information must include published literature indicating all standard and optional features. Only new, current production models will be considered. Vendors will indicate the manufacturer make/model and year being furnished in Bidder’s Response Column. INTENT TO PURCHASE: (Cont.) Tandem rear axle with “twin screw” drive with power divider. A 10 Yard capacity, DIESEL powered dump truck with a steep 51-degree dump angle. Note: Air suspension for both the cab and the rear tandem axles. Wheelbase and CA will be compatible with dump body dimensions and appropriate weight distribution. Bidders are required to submit CARB Engine Executive Order with bid package. WHEELBASE: The Wheelbase and Cab to Axle dimensions offered must be matched to the DIESEL installation requirements and Dump Body installation and are to afford an appropriate weight distribution and dumping stability factor. Body length may be shortened to accommodate a capacity reduction, so the proper weight distribution is achieved. A Minimal after-frame (AF) dimension is desired for best Dumping stability. TRUCK FRAME: Factory 120,000 PSI, heat treated straight channel frame. Grade 8 Bolts will be Utilized. Frame equipped with heavy duty Crossmembers. Rear frame ends are to support a steel hitch plate. TRUCK FRAME: (Cont.) Note: Chassis is to include factory optional trailer towing package with electrical and air to the rear hitch plate. Front bumper to be made of 3/8-inch-thick steel channel with an argent finish. It is to come with a center mounted tow hooks rated at 80,000 pounds. The tow hooks will be frame mounted. The front license plate will be mounted as close to the center of the bumper as possible. No Exceptions. License plate light (LED) and bracket for rear.
