The productivity boost was made possible by changes that enable an increase in speed by up to 10% going up the ramp and 18% going downhill, thanks to the optimised drivetrain and new software feature, said the company,

These allow the machine to recommend and hold a certain speed depending on conditions.

"Close collaboration with our customers has been key during this project development and outcome. The implemented changes and updates on the Minetruck MT65 S have been verified in the field at our customers' sites, safeguarding the improvements work as intended in real mining applications and environments. We are excited to see the new Minetruck MT65 S continuing to support our customers even more in their underground operations" said Daniel Sandström, global product manager - Minetruck at Epiroc's Underground division.   

"We aim to push the mining boundaries even further with the new updated Minetruck MT65 S offering customers smart and effective material haulage solutions," said Martin Wallman, Global Portfolio Manager - Minetruck at Epiroc's Underground division.

Several of the machine's main components now have extended life span as well as a more protected component location, add the firm.

The Minetruck MT65 S is part of Epiroc's Smart series, making it ready for automation and remote control, and it features the Rig Control System.