What are the differences between tracked mobile crushers and wheeled mobile crushers
Mobile crushing plants are commonly used ore crushing equipment in the sand-making industry. They integrate functions such as crushing, screening, and feeding into a single unit. Due to their flexibility and ability to move independently, they are highly favored by customers. Mobile crushers are primarily classified by their drive type into wheeled mobile crushers and tracked mobile crushers. So, what are the differences between tracked mobile crushers and wheeled mobile crushers? Which type—track-mounted or wheel-mounted—is better for sand production? This article will explain and analyze the differences.
I. What are the differences between track-mounted and wheel-mounted mobile crushers?
Similarities
1. Integrated Unit: Strong overall performance with a rational and compact configuration, requiring minimal space at the worksite.
2. High Maneuverability: The compact vehicle structure features a small turning radius, making it easy to transport on roads and allowing for quick and convenient entry and exit from worksites.
3. Energy-Efficient and High-Performance: The mobile crushing plant can operate directly within the raw material area, reducing the need for material transportation and thereby saving on transportation costs.
4. Diverse configurations: Based on customer requirements and actual conditions, a wide range of customized unit configurations can be provided. Units can operate individually or in combination, enabling functions such as single-unit crushing, multi-unit combined grading and crushing, and screening.
Differences
1. Mobility:
Wheeled mobile crushers are semi-mobile and require a semi-trailer truck to tow them;
Crawler-type mobile crushers can move independently (hydraulically driven tracks) and are operated via wireless remote control.
2. Operating Environments:
Wheeled units are primarily used for construction waste processing, earthwork projects, and construction;
Crawler units are primarily used in mountainous terrain, wetlands, steep slopes, and harsh mining environments. (Selection should be based on the customer’s actual production needs and budget.)
3. Power Supply:
Wheeled: Mains power is used where available; generators are used in remote or rural areas.
Crawler: (Hybrid Series) Mains power: Crushing system; Diesel: Travel system.
(Diesel Series) The diesel engine serves as the power source, with part of the power directly driving the crushing system and part driving the hydraulic pump unit to enable travel.
II. Should You Choose a Crawler-Type Mobile Crusher or a Wheeled-Type Mobile Crusher?
From the above, we can see that both types of mobile crushers have their own advantages. In situations where the sand production site is unstable or the environment is harsh, a tracked mobile crusher is a better choice. For relatively fixed sites, a wheeled mobile crusher can be selected. In fact, it is often possible to use both types of equipment simultaneously for production, enabling multi-unit combined crushing and making it suitable for crushing a wide variety of materials. For more information on equipment models and pricing, please contact OCP Heavy Industry. Click on the website’s customer service to get a free consultation immediately; we are online 24 hours a day.
