New tank truck for carrying and storage of drinking water made by “AutoKrAZ” and Ukrainian company “Everlast” is in service with Yeristovo Mining and Concentrating Company. The KrAZ-63221 6x6 AWD truck with 15 cu.m. stainless steel tank delivers drinking water directly to miners in open pits and to other industrial facilities difficulty to approach.

The vehicle is provided with inline-six engine rated at 375hp meeting Euro 5, manual double-range 9-speed transmission and dry single-disk clutch. Air-suspended seat is ensures comfortable seating while safety belts are provided for safety. 

Three-section 50 mm insulated tank is made from polished food grade stainless steel AISI 304. The ВС-80 pump is driven by PTO shaft through propeller shaft. The vehicle equipment includes fixed ladder, anti-skid ramp to each manhole, two drain hoses, each 4 m long.

It should be noted that every year Ukrainian mining and concentrating companies place orders for new special vehicles such as all-terrain buses, tank trucks, winter service vehicles, drop side trucks and dump trucks with cranes, aerial work platforms, and fire fighting vehicles. As a rule miners opt for 4х4 and  6х6 KrAZ AWD chassis offering excellent off road ability and durability.  

Today a wide range of KrAZ trucks meet the needs of mining and concentrating companies. According to miners, today’s KrAZ vehicles meet current requirements and European standards, resulting in improved performance and reduced operation costs.