Crawler Excavators
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An Excavator is best suited for digging, trenching, and multi-use with attachments. Unlike a Backhoe (Which combines a Loader and a Digging Arm). An Excavator offers greater reach, deeper, more accurate digging, more stability, and better ground contact as it is not sitting on tires. Furthermore, their rotating turret offers efficiency of movement that is unmatched. They range in size from Compact Excavators used in urban or confined spaces to large Excavators for Heavy Construction and Mining.
Providing excellent maneuverability on soft ground, distributing weight and traction evenly. This makes them ideal for working in muddy or loose soil conditions. They can also straddle trenches, allowing for efficient digging along a straight line without repositioning frequently. They are, however, slower and less suitable for travel between job sites without transport.
Loose Topsoil Volume Increase - Quiz
When topsoil is excavated, how much does its volume typically increase?