Fuel Efficiency Tips for Skip Loaders on Grading Jobs

[Joemar]

Hey folks, what are your best fuel-saving tips when running skip loaders on grading jobs? I’ve noticed mine burns through diesel pretty quick, especially on longer shifts. . . Curious if anyone has tricks for maximizing efficiency without sacrificing productivity.

 

[titanExcavators]

biggest thing for me is keeping RPMs in the sweet spot and don’t over-rev

 

[Leo Wright]

same here

 

[Clever&wise construction]

i've found regular maintenance, especially keeping tires properly inflated and hydraulics in good shape, makes a noticeable difference in fuel burn.

 

[Frank Zimmerman]

Planning smoother grading passes helped a lot for me too. . less stop-and-go and less hard throttle really adds up on fuel by the end of the day.