Thwaites 6t PS ROPS+ Dumper
Site Dumpers
Specifications
Model
6 Tonne Power Swivel
Payload (Kg)
6000
Heaped Capacity (ltrs)
3150
Engine
Deutz TCD 3.6 L4
Rated Engine Power Output
55.4 kW (74 hp) @ 2200rpm
Protection System
Roll Over Protection System
Thwaites 6t Power Swivel ROPS+: Enhanced Protection for Demanding Job Sites
British Engineering: Built for Productivity and Control
In the competitive landscape of construction plant machinery, the Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel ROPS+ Dumper combines impressive payload capacity, powerful performance and advanced operator protection. Built in England, and designed to improve productivity while reducing risk on site, this new model is ideally suited to construction, infrastructure and earthmoving projects where manoeuvrability is just as important as carrying capacity. The innovative ROPS+ system showcases Thwaites’ commitment to innovation, providing enhanced operator protection, while the swivel skip design delivers greater flexibility when working in confined areas.
Power comes from a 3.3-litre Yanmar turbo diesel engine fitted with a DPF to comply with EU Stage V emission regulations. Producing 53.7 kW and 405 Nm max torque for optimum traction and control, the engine delivers the performance required for demanding site applications. Paired with a hydrostatic transmission, the machine provides smooth power transfer, responsive handling and straightforward operation across challenging terrain. With no AdBlue requirement and a maximum safe load of 6,000 kg, the Thwaites 6 tonne Power Swivel is built to move more material, more efficiently.
Thwaites 6t Power Swivel ROPS+ Key Features
Advanced Safety and Operator Protection
Advanced Safety and Operator Protection
Safety is central to the design of the Thwaites 6 tonne range. The innovative ROPS+ structure extends traditional rollover protection through a high-tensile steel wrap-around design that positions the operator in the optimum location should a rollover occur. Additional safety equipment available on selected specifications includes a Spring Activated Hydraulic Release (SAHR) handbrake, inclinometer, front and rear cameras with a 5-inch display, hi-vis steps, LED road lights and twin LED beacons, helping to improve visibility, awareness and safe site access across busy construction environments.
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180° Power Swivel for Maximum Site Efficiency
180° Power Swivel for Maximum Site Efficiency
The defining feature of the 6 tonne Power Swivel is its hydraulically operated 180° swivel skip, allowing operators to discharge loads 90° to the left or right without repositioning the machine. This improves productivity, reduces unnecessary movements and enables accurate material placement alongside trenches, excavations and restricted work areas. Compared to a traditional front tip dumper, the swivel design offers greater versatility and control where site space is limited.
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Powerful Performance and Smooth Hydrostatic Drive
Powerful Performance and Smooth Hydrostatic Drive
Powered by a proven Yanmar turbo diesel engine, the machine delivers the performance required for demanding material handling applications. Producing 405 Nm max torque, it provides excellent traction and pulling power when travelling across challenging ground conditions. The hydrostatic transmission offers smooth acceleration, precise manoeuvrability and simple operation, helping operators maintain productivity throughout the working day.
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Designed for modern construction and infrastructure projects, the Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel ROPS+ Dumper combines high-capacity performance with exceptional manoeuvrability. Its powerful Yanmar engine, hydrostatic transmission and 180° swivel skip enable operators to move and place materials quickly, accurately and safely, even in challenging site conditions.
Like every machine in the Thwaites range, the 6t Power Swivel ROPS+ is engineered for maximum uptime. Durable components, straightforward maintenance and proven British engineering help minimise downtime and support long-term reliability. The result is a safe, compliant and productive dumper built to deliver consistent performance on demanding construction projects.
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Thwaites 2t HS Dumper
Site Dumpers
Model
2 Tonne Hi-Swivel Hydrostatic
Payload (Kg)
2000
Heaped Capacity (ltrs)
1205
Engine
Yanmar 3TNV88
Rated Engine Power Output
18.4 kW (24.6 bhp) @ 2000rpm
