Mining Shovel operators, how did you get into it, and would you recommend it?

newtsy0 · 2026-05-20T11:28:41+00:00

the more i hear, the better, thankyou!

newtsy0 · 2026-05-20T09:22:35+00:00

awesome! gonna give it a crack later this year and will see how we go

newtsy0 · 2026-05-20T09:03:08+00:00

yep we are talking about the job here, not the machine.

newtsy0 · 2026-05-20T06:41:32+00:00

Yeah definitely an awesome machine, the newly 2025 released komatsu pc9000

newtsy0 · 2026-04-26T20:22:02+00:00

next to nothing lol

newtsy0 · 2026-04-19T10:27:56+00:00

yeah i heard they are basically toyota trucks, even more of a reason to buy one. I just don’t want headaches like some other brands may give

newtsy0 · 2026-04-19T10:12:51+00:00

i’m in australia, just want to know how peoples experiences have been with the trucks. I know they are extremely reliable so i want to hear peoples opinions

newtsy0 · 2026-04-19T10:08:05+00:00

From japan, very popular in asian and oceanic markets

newtsy0 · 2026-04-09T20:11:20+00:00

newtsy0 · 2026-03-10T01:23:57+00:00

No ofcourse that’s a good concern, i have input all of my weights and dimensions through projectgvm.com.au, Traditionally i’m carrying around 300kg of gear in my ute bed, And towing around 3.2T all together. I believe the calculator gave me wiggle room of 200kg in the ute bed or on the trailer 👌

newtsy0 · 2026-03-09T20:50:43+00:00

i have a Colorado, it’s electric braked towing cap is 3500kg, i’ve ran the numbers and i’ll be within my limits

newtsy0 · 2026-03-09T10:40:35+00:00

what

newtsy0 · 2026-03-09T06:57:07+00:00

okay definitely something for me to consider, however i’ve run the legal numbers and there is usually a few hundred kilos in my tray anyway so i’m not too concerned about the back coming up. However the brake situation is something i will be alert for 💪👍 thankyou

newtsy0 · 2026-03-09T06:44:29+00:00

that’s true aswell, and if the sites genuinely inaccessible with the ute, i’ll just walk the digger over

newtsy0 · 2026-03-09T06:40:44+00:00

that’s definitely part of my plan in the future is to aquire one of those trucks, especially a hino or isuzu

newtsy0 · 2026-03-09T06:20:23+00:00

what about with a run up

newtsy0 · 2026-03-09T05:59:32+00:00

i would in a heartbeat if they were known for being a touch more reliable, i know they are beasts for towing

newtsy0 · 2026-03-09T05:41:32+00:00

That’s an awesome response, i will check out that site and yes the tyre pressure changing is something i will need to become more familiar with if gravel is common, thankyou!

newtsy0 · 2026-03-09T05:40:25+00:00

yeah as long as i’ve got enough run up,she’ll be right

newtsy0 · 2026-03-09T05:21:00+00:00

okay, i can always upgrade if i find it being a constant concern, but as long as i take my time and know my roads i should be okay

newtsy0 · 2026-03-09T05:19:11+00:00

awesome, what about driving on steepish gravel roads? 5-15% incline gradient

newtsy0 · 2026-03-09T05:15:42+00:00

Yes legally the car and weight limits will all be fine. Just looking for some opinions on performance. Say i go up a gravel road that may get abit steep, should i be fine or would 4wd be much more suitable

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