BEAUTIFUL KENWORTH T800 LOADING JOHN DEERE 850J "ROB" BULLDOZER - (Short Video Version)

Loading a 2016 John Deere 850J bulldozer onto a lowbed/Kenworth T800 at the closing of the annual Interior Logging Association Convention and Trade Show May 7, 2016, in Vernon, B.C. The bulldozer can be operated by remote control. (ROB -- Remote Operated Bulldozer.)
I apologize for the darkness of the video. The sun was setting.
Thank you for watching!

[@yeahok115sure]

I have the same truck in a day cab. The wide hood is badass!

[@mikeaust1698]

Thanks for uploading, been a subscriber for a while now. Just downloaded a T800 for my ATS as thats all I can drive these days.Lost a leg 10 years ago so now confined to a wheelchair. A very nice looking rig. Cheers, Mike from Adelaide South Australia.

[@coolbigrigs]

Hi Mike, thanks for subscribing. Much appreciated. I've yet to try ATS, but it looks enjoyable and realistic. One day soon. I've been chair-bound way too long myself, MX accident, but I do what I can to seek outdoor enjoyment. I film big rigs, but no longer drive. Only drive in my dreams. Thanks for the compliments and for watching! Stay cool. It's 32C here and I'm roasting. Cheers, mate! Sofa from Vernon, BC.

[@mikeaust1698]

@@coolbigrigs Hi Sofa, My rig is an 8X4 midlift, with 600hp Cat and an Eaton Fuller 13 speed with retarder ( run auto as I can't use a clutch). The trailer is a Fontaine 75 ton, 44ft flatdeck triaxle, with triaxle jeep, and a triaxle rear steerable a bit like a reverse jeep setup. Not sure what that is called. The load I haul is a 146,00 lb dozer with blade, all over from New Mexico to Washington. I gave up driving 3 years ago due to failing eysight. I am 72 years old and get around in apowerchair and scooter. Cheers, Mike

[@johnmoore8016]

Thanks for a outstanding video.

[@coolbigrigs]

Thank you for the kind words. I enjoyed filming this lowbed and dozer. Really enjoyed editing the footage, as well. I'm grateful the skies remained somewhat light. Had the sky darkened at a faster rate I don't think I could've captured the loading very well. Thanks for watching nthe video.

[@garyclarkii9801]

Well done video, hope to see more of them, Stay safe!!!

[@coolbigrigs]

Thank you for the kind comment! Many more lowbed videos to come within the next two months. Thanks for watching! Much appreciated! Stay safe yourself!

[@vernonjoiner4969]

Thank you for showing the video.

[@coolbigrigs]

I'm more than happy to share the procedure of loading such a heavy piece of equipment! Thanks for watching!

[@artsbest1]

Hydraulics are something to behold.

[@coolbigrigs]

Hydraulics certainly go unappreciate, at times. Same with air, which this truck and trailer have as suspension. Thankfully! 👍

[@gangesexcavating]

I see Lyle Newton's new Lowbed from Chemainus BC. Looks great and it's great to see Island Pacific group making a presence at the Interior Logging Show.

[@mikemoore8135]

Cool stuff. I'm a new subscriber. Thank you.

[@coolbigrigs]

Thank you for the comment, and for subscribing! I appreciate you taking the time to watch the videos. I post videos for other trucking enthusiasts, showing the different tractor-trailer configurations utilized here in British Columbia. I hope there's many videos in my playlist that interest you. Thanks again for watching.

[@maineman11]

He parallel parked that Kenworth like a boss. And in the beginning it looked liked the last tag axle on the trailer was a cab remote operated steering axle?

[@coolbigrigs]

It was pretty cool watching him parallel park that heavy hauler. Wasn't much room between the yellow metal barriers and the Dozer itself. He did it in one swoop. That's one gorgeous T8 KW! Thanks for watching the video!

[@leehilton9932]

Maine Man the booster or tag axle as its called sometimes on the rear of the trailer usually is not cab operated. They usually just turn on their own. The ones on trail king trailers lime that are not cab controled. Not sure about all the other companys out there.

[@thomaskerley1388]

Lee Hilton I recently saw one a tag axle come off an oversize truck. It stopped in the middle of the road while the truck kept going until they could come back and get it, so it made me wonder, what is the purpose of it?

[@wcox4]

Still love these videos. Do you, by chance, have any videos where these lowboys are loaded up with the goosenecks of the dolly and trailer are flipped down?

[@coolbigrigs]

Hi Wayne, thanks for watching my videos. Wish I had newer lowboy content to post but the “annual logging show” was moved 3 years ago from my city to another. Bummer! Certainly miss filming the new equipment each year. I have many videos posted in my “Lowboy” playlist of loaded lowboy’s spotted on streets and highways with the possibility of goosenecks flipped down. Nothing up close. Sorry. I greatly appreciate your viewership. Again, thanks for watching.👍😎

[@coolbigrigs]

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[@wantu2much]

nice truck. Just wondering about the trailer. I noticed you had some flip downs at the front of the trailer for the Jeep and the Trailer it's self, When would you use those king pins? and why would you use them over the ones that you have set up at the end of the video?

[@coolbigrigs]

Good question, Anthony. What you're referring to are "flip neck extensions." The majority of flip extensions are powered by small gas generators. Say, Honda. Some are powered by good ole hand crank. Extensions are utilized when hauling extremely heavy equipment. When the jeep's extension's lowered it extends the jeep further back which separates the jeep and truck axles allowing more weight to be hauled. The trailer's flip extension, when lowered, allows for a tandem or tridem jeep to be utilized rather than the single axle, thus extreme weight can be hauled legally. The flip extensions remained up during this haul because even though this dozer's heavy it's not heavy enough to utilize flip extensions. I have a video of a flip being used in an upcoming video I'll post soon. Thanks for watching the video! Your viewership's appreciated .,

[@skymooov132]

Look like a husband and wife team

[@leighmackay7486]

Well done video. Thanks. I'm intrigued by the cable-spool equipment on the dozer. Is it for skidding logs?

[@coolbigrigs]

No, not for skidding logs. This very bulldozer with the dual spool winch system is for steep slope logging. This ROB (Remote Operated Bulldozer) dozer sits unmanned atop steep slopes. The dozer, acting as anchor, tethers its dual spools of rope (cable) to a fellerbuncher below on the slope. The fellerbuncher operator has control of the ROB winches, controlling the amount of rope needed as he makes his way up & down cutting trees. Any further questions, please ask. Thanks for watching the video!

[@richardgavin6712]

It for when logging equipment work on steep hill or deep steep drop off , use cable winch on the dozer to pull up or cable off equipment down or up a steep hill .

[@claudiodasilvaalves3777]

What’s the hp on your Kenworth if you don’t mind me asking. I’m guessing about 600 but i am probably wrong. It’s beautiful by the way.

[@coolbigrigs]

Sorry for the delay. I have no info on the Kenworth's horsepower. I only videotaped the truck. Failed to get info on its specs. Sorry!

[@yeahok115sure]

What your maximum allowable axle weight for the three axle? In Idaho on black route I’m good for 70k for tridem. I always see three axle trailers with the extra tag on load that I can do with my three. I hope this question makes since lol

[@coolbigrigs]

Hey Idaho Heavy Haul, I apologize for the delayed reply. The max weight we are allowed is 64,000 pounds and that's with a max weight permit. If we run the extra long spread with that tag axle on the back we can run an additional 24,000. Thanks for watching.

[@yeahok115sure]

CR250R40 so it’s close to my state. My life weight is 45k, so I can get 100k load and it still axle out correctly. Thanks for the reply! Check out my truck on my channel.

[@yeahok115sure]

CR250R40 I really like your set up. I want that sleeper. Lol

[@coolbigrigs]

Your channel is cool. Thanks for letting me know about it.

[@heaveninhell6904]

I like your lowboy , by the way can you tell us the size of your tire 255/70/22.5?

[@coolbigrigs]

Hi! Wish I could answer your question but unfortunately I’m just a videographer. I video the trucks then they’re on their way. So I don’t always have chances to converse with the operators. Sorry I can’t answer your question. Thank you for watching!👍

[@heaveninhell6904]

@@coolbigrigs no problem and thanks to your reply 👍

[@SomeTechGuy666]

She would get written up for a lack of high viz vest and work boots at most construction sites. I'm surprised they don't use hand held radios for better communication.

[@coolbigrigs]

Fortunately, this was a one time situation. She was along for the long Sunday evening drive and thankfully lended him a hand loading the dozer on public land. No extras needed. Thanks for watching. I appreciate the viewership.

[@MindUpG]

nice video just subcribed! how does someone get into hauling lowboy or rgn

[@coolbigrigs]

Thanks for subscribing. I hope there are videos in the playlist that you'll enjoy. Regarding finding employment in the lowboy field, presuming you have the proper licensing, all I can suggest is this. Find employment with a trucking firm that runs a lowboy in amongst their other rigs that you're familiar with. Get experience with the lowboy or swamp on heavy hauls, if possible. Companies want experienced lowboy drivers so it's best to lean from other lowboy drivers first, build knowledge and experience, then hopefully an opening will come about somewhere. Good luck.

[@davidleematthews3558]

Gerod Evans

[@brandonharris9237]

Work your way into it.

[@zode-uc6rr]

What's the name of the axle added to the semi?

[@coolbigrigs]

It's called a single axle "Jeep." Depending on the weight being transported, a single, tandem or tridem jeep may be utilized. Thanks for watching!

[@FCKEVRYBDY]

Does a heavy haul driver always load the equipment himself? Is that a requirement? Thanks. Cool video.

[@coolbigrigs]

Generally yes, as they are insured if any damage may occur during the loading and unloading of the equipment. (Hitting stuff nearby etc.) I appreciate the compliment! Much appreciated. Thanks for watching!

[@brandonharris9237]

Most of the time we load ourselves unless it's a shitbag union yard.

[@derekbest9703]

Please tell me that was your wife spotting, or you're planning on wifing her.

[@coolbigrigs]

Not only did she spot, she helped position the planks and mats behind the tracks. This lovely young lady is the significant other of the gentleman seen in the video. A fantastic team they make! Thanks for watching the video!

[@rickfehrenback3851]

What type of trailer and jeep setup is it plz?

[@coolbigrigs]

The Jeep, Lowbed and booster is Pacesetter. They have a website. Google ''Pacesetter Manufacturing'' for all the info. Thanks for watching.

[@dejanira2]

40,000 - 45,000 pounds, big machine but not really heavy.

[@coolbigrigs]

True! But the world is regional. Around the region I film 40-45,000 is somewhat heavy. Thanks for watching! Much appreciated!

[@leehilton9932]

Yall like those aspen lowboy trailers up there. We made some simular to those with the drive up rear at trail king when i was there. I think they were goin to Canada. Nice videos also man. I'm a fan of big trucks and equipment, I guess thats why I'm trying to get back into welding the trailer up.

[@coolbigrigs]

Thank you for the kind words! I, too, greatly enjoy big rigs and HD equipment. Western Canadian lowboy/lowbed operators buy Aspen because it's a quality product constructed not too far from this area. The "Beavertail" (Ramped tailend) is a Canadian invention which debuted back in the 1950s. Beavertail's come in quite handy when there's no need to detach the gooseneck. Just drive up and over the back, if the piece of heavy equipment is able. I am envious of your welding skills. Hope you get back to welding sooner than later. I appreciate your viewership! Thanks for watching!

[@lucas8732]

So is there good money in Day cab Heavy Haul vs OTR ?

[@coolbigrigs]

I wish I had the needed infor but I don't. With much hope someone who has done both types of truckin' can chime in with an answer. Thanks for watching!

[@brandonharris9237]

Yes , it's great money. Can be more than otr depending on what you do

[@markvolker1145]

I like the Jeep set up! That must save a lot of time i on rigging up and down!

[@coolbigrigs]

This single axle jeep setup is common up here in B.C. Thanks for watching the video. Much appreciatedZ,

[@Will91289]

is that some sort of forestry bulldozer or what, only place other than demolition that i would think ya would need a remote controlled dozer

[@coolbigrigs]

This bulldozer with its dual spool winch system is for steep slope logging. This ROB (Remote Operated Bulldozer) dozer sits unmanned atop steep slopes. The dozer, acting as anchor, tethers its dual spools of rope (cable) to a fellerbuncher working below on the slope. The fellerbuncher operator has control of the ROB winches, controlling the amount of rope needed as he makes his way up & down slopes felling trees. Thanks for watching the video!