GM36A
KAMA
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For construction companies, contractors, agricultural businesses and municipal fleets, a medium-duty dump truck needs to do more than carry a heavy load. The vehicle must combine practical payload, suitable body dimensions, dependable braking and an engine that can handle repeated short- and medium-distance material transport.
This 8 ton diesel dump truck is designed for applications such as construction materials, soil, sand, gravel, agricultural products and infrastructure work. With a suggested payload of 8 tons, a 12,000 kg GVW, a 3650 × 2100 × 600 mm tipping cargo body and a 2.98L Yuchai diesel engine, it provides a practical configuration for commercial operators that do not require a much larger heavy-duty mining truck.
Model: GM36A
Typical applications include construction, agriculture, municipal work, building-material distribution and regional bulk transport.
The vehicle has a suggested payload of:
with a gross vehicle weight of:
This positions the truck in the medium-duty dump truck segment.
For operators in construction and material transport, this payload class can provide a useful balance between carrying capacity and vehicle dimensions.
Potential cargo can include:
Sand
Gravel
Soil
Bricks
Cement-related materials
Agricultural products
Fertilizer
General bulk cargo
For fleet procurement, payload should always be evaluated together with road conditions, cargo density and local weight regulations.
A truck transporting loose agricultural products operates under very different conditions from one carrying dense stone or construction material.
The dump body measures approximately:
This body size provides a practical loading area for construction and general bulk materials.
For contractors, a diesel tipper truck can improve loading and unloading efficiency compared with a fixed cargo body because the tipping system reduces the need for manual unloading.
Typical operating scenarios include:
Transporting sand, soil, gravel, bricks and general building materials.
Moving material for road repair, site preparation and infrastructure work.
Transporting grain, fertilizer, soil and other agricultural materials.
Supporting road maintenance, waste handling and public works.
Short- and medium-distance transport between suppliers, job sites and local customers.
Buyers looking for other cargo-body configurations can also review our [custom commercial vehicle solutions].
The truck uses a:
with overall dimensions of:
Compared with larger heavy-duty dump trucks, the relatively compact wheelbase can make the vehicle easier to operate on local construction sites, secondary roads and regional work routes.
This can be particularly relevant for projects where road width, turning space or worksite access is limited.
For many commercial operators, a medium-duty vehicle can be more practical than purchasing a significantly larger truck that spends most of its operating time below maximum capacity.
The truck is equipped with a:
Key engine specifications include:
Displacement: 2982 cc
Rated Power: 88 kW at 2800 rpm
Maximum Torque: 345 N·m
Yuchai engines are widely used in Chinese commercial vehicles, particularly in trucks serving construction, distribution and regional transport applications.
For buyers in overseas markets, engine selection should also consider:
Local fuel quality
Spare-parts availability
Technician familiarity
Operating load
Road conditions
Maintenance capability
The correct commercial vehicle is not simply the truck with the highest engine output.
The powertrain should match the real operating environment.
The supplied configuration uses a manual transmission with a (5+1) × 2 speed arrangement.
For commercial operators, a manual transmission can offer a familiar operating format for markets where drivers and workshops are already accustomed to conventional diesel trucks.
This can be particularly useful in regions where:
Manual commercial vehicles dominate local fleets
Mechanical service capability is widely available
Simple maintenance is valued
Trucks operate outside major urban centers
The vehicle also uses a 24V electrical system.
An 8-ton payload truck requires more than passenger-vehicle-style braking hardware.
This configuration uses:
together with a:
The braking system is therefore designed around commercial truck operation rather than a small light-duty platform.
For fleet buyers, brake configuration should be evaluated together with:
GVW
Route gradient
Cargo weight
Tire specification
Local road conditions
Driver training
For projects involving steep roads or particularly demanding operating conditions, the final vehicle configuration should be confirmed according to the intended application.
The listed maximum vehicle speed is:
For a medium-duty tipper truck, operating efficiency is usually more important than maximum road speed.
Most dump-truck applications involve:
Construction sites
Regional material transport
Rural roads
Municipal operations
Short-distance commercial routes
In these scenarios, payload, braking, durability and accessibility normally matter more than highway-style performance.
The truck uses:
with:
including a spare wheel.
This tire configuration is consistent with the vehicle's medium-duty commercial positioning.
Tire selection is important for dump trucks because actual operation may include:
Uneven roads
Construction sites
Gravel surfaces
Agricultural routes
Heavy payload operation
Local tire availability should therefore also be considered before fleet purchase.
The vehicle uses a:
This configuration provides a larger cab than a basic compact single-cabin design while maintaining a relatively short overall vehicle length.
For drivers operating construction or regional routes, the cabin layout can provide additional practicality without moving to a much larger truck platform.
The supplied configuration table also lists commercial-use equipment including power steering, MP5 multimedia, air conditioning, power windows and central locking.
Final equipment should be confirmed according to the ordered vehicle specification.
A larger dump truck is not always the more economical choice.
An 8 ton dump truck can be better suited to businesses where:
Daily loads are moderate
Roads are relatively narrow
Jobs are distributed across several smaller sites
Fuel consumption matters
Vehicle maneuverability is important
Full heavy-duty mining capacity is unnecessary
For a local contractor transporting materials between a supplier and several building sites, a medium-duty truck may provide better utilization than a larger vehicle.
The key is to match vehicle size to the actual job.
Construction remains one of the most common applications for a diesel dump truck.
Potential loads include:
Sand
Gravel
Soil
Bricks
Aggregate
Construction waste
The tipping cargo body allows material to be discharged directly at the worksite.
For construction buyers, important procurement questions include:
How heavy is the typical load?
How long is the daily route?
Does the truck operate on paved roads or construction sites?
How steep are the routes?
How many trips are required per day?
These questions help determine whether an 8-ton, 10-ton or larger dump truck is the correct platform.
A tipper truck for agriculture can serve a different operating pattern from a construction truck.
Typical cargo may include:
Grain
Fertilizer
Animal feed
Soil
Agricultural inputs
Farm materials
Agricultural businesses often require vehicles that operate between farms, storage sites and local distribution points.
In these applications, road conditions and service availability may be as important as maximum payload.
For buyers working in rural markets, simple maintenance and locally available consumable parts should therefore be considered during procurement.
Medium-duty dump trucks can also support:
Road repair
Urban maintenance
Public works
Waste transport
Landscaping
Small infrastructure projects
For municipal applications, fleet managers may prioritize:
Vehicle uptime
Parts availability
Standardized specifications
Driver familiarity
Maintenance simplicity
A standardized commercial dump truck fleet can often be easier to manage than multiple unrelated vehicle platforms.
A light cargo truck and a dump truck serve different purposes.
Choose a light cargo truck when:
Goods need to remain on a fixed cargo body
Regular distribution is the main use
Box bodies or flatbeds are required
Cargo does not need mechanical unloading
Choose a dump truck / tipper truck when:
Loose materials are transported
Fast unloading is important
Construction or agricultural materials are common
Tipping capability reduces manual work
Buyers who need a conventional cargo body rather than a tipping body can also review our [diesel light trucks].
An 8-ton medium-duty truck typically provides:
Smaller overall dimensions
Easier maneuverability
Lower vehicle weight
Better suitability for smaller construction sites
More practical operation on local roads
A larger heavy-duty truck may be more suitable when:
Payload requirements are significantly higher
Routes are designed for heavy vehicles
Mining or quarry operation is involved
Maximum transport volume is the priority
Fleet operators should therefore avoid selecting a larger truck simply because it has more capacity.
Vehicle utilization is a more useful metric.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Model | GM36A |
| Emission | Euro II |
| Suggested Payload | 8T |
| Cabin | One-and-Half Cabin, 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3260 mm |
| Overall Dimensions | 5850 × 2280 × 2450 mm |
| Cargo Box | 3650 × 2100 × 600 mm |
| Curb Weight | 4000 kg |
| GVW | 12,000 kg |
| Maximum Speed | 90 km/h |
| Tire | 8.25R16 |
| Wheels | 6 + 1 |
| Brake System | Air Brake |
| Parking Brake | Spring-Energy Air Brake |
| Transmission | (5+1) × 2 Manual |
| Cooling | Vertical, In-Line, Water-Cooled, Four-Stroke |
| Electrical System | 24V |
| Engine | Yuchai YCF4FA120-33 |
| Displacement | 2982 cc |
| Rated Power | 88 kW / 2800 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 345 N·m |
| Container Loading | 2 Units / 40HQ |
For commercial vehicle importers, vehicle selection should be based on more than technical specifications.
Before requesting a quotation for a medium-duty dump truck, buyers should confirm:
Destination country
Required quantity
Main application
Typical cargo
Maximum payload requirement
Road conditions
Emission requirement
Destination port
CBU / assembly requirement
The same dump truck configuration may not be suitable for every market.
Emission regulations, axle requirements, registration standards and operating conditions can differ significantly between countries.
Final configuration and export feasibility should therefore be confirmed according to the destination market.
The supplied configuration lists:
This can be relevant for distributors calculating landed cost and shipment planning.
Final loading arrangement should still be confirmed according to vehicle preparation, shipping method and current logistics requirements.
The suggested payload is approximately 8 tons.
The listed gross vehicle weight is 12,000 kg.
The vehicle uses a Yuchai YCF4FA120-33 diesel engine with 2982 cc displacement.
The listed rated power is 88 kW at 2800 rpm, with maximum torque of 345 N·m.
The tipping cargo body measures approximately:
3650 × 2100 × 600 mm
The vehicle uses an air brake system with a spring-energy air parking brake.
The listed maximum speed is approximately 90 km/h.
Yes. The 8-ton payload and tipping cargo body make it suitable for construction materials such as sand, gravel, soil and general building materials, subject to actual road and loading conditions.
It can also be evaluated for agricultural transport such as grain, fertilizer, feed and general farm materials.
Larger-capacity dump truck platforms can also be evaluated for projects requiring higher payloads.
This 8 ton diesel dump truck can be evaluated for construction companies, agricultural businesses, municipal fleets, distributors and commercial vehicle importers requiring a practical medium-duty tipping vehicle.
To recommend the appropriate truck configuration, please provide:
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Required Quantity:
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Buyers can also review our [commercial vehicle product range], [diesel light trucks] and [custom commercial vehicle solutions] to compare other vehicle platforms for different operating requirements.
Final configuration, availability, certification requirements and commercial terms should be confirmed according to the specific project.
