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World’s Top 10 Biggest Mining Dump Trucks (2026 update)
By Patrik Eder · Updated: May 20, 2026 · Published: August 13, 2020
Mining dump trucks, also known as rigid haul trucks, are among the largest off-highway vehicles in the world. They are primarily designed to transport large volumes of mined materials at quarries, heavy-duty construction sites, and open-pit mines. Over time, manufacturers have gradually increased their size and payload capacity to meet operational demands.
A single ultra-class dump truck can often replace a fleet of smaller trucks, helping to reduce operational complexity and costs. These trucks can carry hundreds of tons of ore or overburden in a single trip and are frequently paired with large mining excavators, which can load the trucks in just a few scoops.
Due to their size, these machines cannot travel on public roads and are typically shipped in sections for on-site assembly. Their size and complexity also contribute to a high purchase price, often exceeding $5 million (€4.3 million) per unit.
The following is a ranking of the Top 10 largest mining dump trucks in the world. The list is based primarily on nominal payload, with additional consideration given to gross vehicle weight, engine power, and heaped body capacity. It includes both trucks currently in production and those still active in fleets despite being discontinued, illustrating developments in ultra-class mining truck design.
Criteria for Defining the “Biggest” Mining Dump Trucks
The size of a mining dump truck is not determined by payload alone. This ranking considers multiple factors:
● Nominal Payload (Primary Metric): The maximum amount of material the truck can safely carry.
● Gross Vehicle Weight: Reflects the overall size and structural capacity of the truck, with heavier machines generally providing better stability.
● Engine Power: Indicates the truck’s ability to haul heavy loads efficiently, particularly on steep grades or challenging terrain.
● Heaped Body Capacity: The volume of material the truck can transport per load.
This multi-dimensional approach allows for a balanced comparison across models, from historic giants to modern ultra-class trucks produced by BelAZ, Caterpillar, Komatsu, XCMG, Liebherr, and other leading manufacturers.
1. BelAZ 75710 – 450 t (496 US t)
2. XCMG XDE440 – 400 t (441 US t)
3. Caterpillar 798 AC – 372 t (410 US t)
4. Caterpillar 797F – 364 t (401 US t)
5. Liebherr T 284 – 363 t (400 US t)
6. Terex MT6300AC – 363 t (400 US t)
7. Komatsu 980E-5 – 363 t (400 US t)
8. XCMG XDE400 – 363 t (400 US t)
9. Komatsu 980E-4 – 363 t (400 US t)
10. BelAZ 75604 – 360 t (397 US t)
10. BelAZ 75604
Image source: BelAZ
The BelAZ 75605 occupies the #10 spot in the 2026 Top 10 Mining Dump Trucks, moving up slightly from the 9th position in 2024 (previously BelAZ 75604). It has a nominal payload of 360 t and a gross vehicle weight of 621 t, with a heaped body capacity of 225–230 m³ per cycle.
This dump truck is designed to operate in a wide temperature range from -50°C to +50°C, using steel alloys suited for cold climates and systems to maintain engine and hydraulic performance. It is powered by a 3,500 hp (2,610 kW) diesel-electric engine and can reach a travel speed of 60 km/h. The dimensions are 20 × 9.7 × 7.8 m, and it is deployed in mining operations in Siberia and other regions with extreme climates.
| Specification | Details |
| Manufacturer | BelAZ (Belarus) |
| Model / Status | 75604 / Production |
| Nominal Payload | 360 t (397 short tons) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 621 t |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 20.0 m × 9.7 m × 7.8 m |
| Gross Power | 3,500 hp (2,610 kW) |
| Travel Speed | 60 km/h |
| Heaped Body Capacity | 225–230 m³ |
9. Komatsu 980E-4
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The Komatsu 980E-4 is ranked #9 in 2026, moving down from #8 in 2024. It carries a nominal payload of 363 t and has a gross vehicle weight of 625 t, with a heaped body capacity of up to 250 m³ per cycle.
Introduced in 2016 in North America, this truck is powered by an 18-cylinder Komatsu SSDA18V170 engine delivering 3,500 hp (2,610 kW) and can reach speeds of 61 km/h. The 980E-4 features Komatsu’s Autonomous Haul System (AHS) for driverless operation at some mining sites. Its dimensions are 16 × 9.5 × 7.5 m, and it is commonly used in Canada, the United States, and Australia.
| Specification | Details |
| Manufacturer | Komatsu (Japan) |
| Model / Status | 980E-4 / Production |
| Nominal Payload | 363 t (400 short tons) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 625 t |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 16.0 m × 9.5 m × 7.5 m |
| Gross Power | 3,500 hp (2,610 kW) |
| Travel Speed | 61 km/h |
| Heaped Body Capacity | 250 m³ |
8. XCMG XDE400
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The XCMG XDE400 holds the #8 position in 2026. With a nominal payload of 363 t and a gross vehicle weight of 623 t, it transports around 250 m³ per cycle.
It is powered by a 3,750 hp (2,800 kW) diesel-electric engine with XCMG’s AC drive system, reaching a top speed of 64 km/h. The truck measures 16 × 9.5 × 7.5 m and has a curb weight of 260 t. The XDE400 is capable of handling grades up to 19% and has a turning diameter of 32 m, making it suitable for a variety of ultra-class mining operations.
| Specification | Details |
| Manufacturer | XCMG (China) |
| Model / Status | XDE400 / Production |
| Nominal Payload | 363 t (400 short tons) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 623 t |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 16.0 m × 9.5 m × 7.5 m |
| Gross Power | 3,750 hp (2,800 kW) |
| Travel Speed | 64 km/h |
| Heaped Body Capacity | 250 m³ |
7. Komatsu 980E-5
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The Komatsu 980E-5SE ranks #7 in 2026, dropping from its 6th position in 2024. It maintains the standard 363 t payload, with a gross vehicle weight of 635 t and heaped body capacity of 190–200 m³ per cycle.
Introduced in 2019 as the successor to the 980E-4, it is powered by an 18-cylinder engine delivering 4,400 hp (3,281 kW) and reaches speeds up to 64 km/h. The 980E-5SE uses the FrontRunner Autonomous Haulage System (AHS) and a reinforced chassis to support heavy-duty mining cycles. Its dimensions are 16.3 × 9.5 × 7.6 m, and it is primarily deployed in hard-rock mining operations in Australia and Canada.
| Specification | Details |
| Manufacturer | Komatsu (Japan) |
| Model / Status | 980E-5SE / Production |
| Nominal Payload | 363 t (400 short tons) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 635 t |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 16.3 m × 9.5 m × 7.6 m |
| Gross Power | 4,400 hp (3,281 kW) |
| Travel Speed | 64 km/h |
| Heaped Body Capacity | 190–200 m³ |
6. Terex MT6300AC
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The MT6300AC is ranked #6 in 2026. The truck has a nominal payload of 363 t, a gross vehicle weight of 603 t, and a heaped body capacity of approximately 230 m³ per cycle.
Initially introduced by Terex in 2008, the model was later rebranded under Bucyrus and then Caterpillar as the Unit Rig MT6300. It is powered by a 3,750 hp (2,800 kW) engine and can reach 64 km/h. Its beam axle suspension and durable design influenced later ultra-class trucks, and several units have been retrofitted with autonomous haulage systems for extended operational life.
| Specification | Details |
| Manufacturer | Terex / Unit Rig (USA) |
| Model / Status | MT6300AC / Out of Production (Active Fleet) |
| Nominal Payload | 363 t (400 short tons) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 603 t |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 16.0 m × 9.2 m × 7.5 m |
| Gross Power | 3,750 hp (2,800 kW) |
| Travel Speed | 64 km/h |
| Heaped Body Capacity | 230 m³ |
5. Liebherr T 284
Image source: Liebherr
The Liebherr T 284 occupies the #5 spot in 2026. The truck carries 363 t of nominal payload with a gross vehicle weight of 600–605 t and heaped body capacity of 190–200 m³ per cycle.
Introduced in 2012, it features the MTU 20V4000 C23 engine rated at 4,023 hp (3,000 kW) and the Litronic Plus AC drive system. The truck’s lightweight high-alloy steel frame is designed to manage stress efficiently. Measuring 15.5 × 9.0 × 7.4 m, the T 284 is commonly paired with large hydraulic excavators such as the Liebherr R 9800 and is used in mining operations across Central and South America.
| Specification | Details |
| Manufacturer | Liebherr (Germany) |
| Model / Status | T 284 / Production |
| Nominal Payload | 363 t (400 short tons) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 600–605 t |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 15.5 m × 9.0 m × 7.4 m |
| Gross Power | 4,023 hp (3,000 kW) |
| Travel Speed | 64 km/h |
| Heaped Body Capacity | 190–200 m³ |
4. Caterpillar 797F
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The Caterpillar 797F is ranked #4 in 2026, down from #3 in 2024. It has a nominal payload of 364 t, gross vehicle weight of 624 t, and heaped body capacity of 185–195 m³ per cycle.
Introduced in 2008, the 797F is powered by a 20-cylinder CAT C175-20 engine producing 4,000 hp (2,983 kW) with a mechanical 7-speed planetary drive, allowing speeds up to 68 km/h. Its mechanical drivetrain is well-suited for long, flat-haul operations, such as iron ore and coal mines. The truck pairs effectively with large hydraulic excavators, such as the CAT 6090 FS, for efficient loading cycles.
| Specification | Details |
| Manufacturer | Caterpillar (USA) |
| Model / Status | 797F / Production |
| Nominal Payload | 364 t (401 short tons) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 624 t |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 17.6 m × 9.3 m × 7.7 m |
| Gross Power | 4,000 hp (2,983 kW) |
| Travel Speed | 68 km/h |
| Heaped Body Capacity | 185–195 m³ |
3. Caterpillar 798 AC
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The Caterpillar 798 AC holds the #3 position in 2026, down from #2 in 2024. It carries a nominal payload of 372 t, with a gross vehicle weight of 624 t and heaped body capacity of 190–200 m³ per cycle.
Introduced in 2018, the truck uses a 16-cylinder CAT C175-16 engine rated at 3,500 hp (2,610 kW) paired with an AC electric drive. This electric drivetrain decouples engine speed from wheel speed for more consistent operation and improved dynamic braking. The 798 AC reaches 56 km/h and is deployed in large-scale open-pit operations in Canada and Australia, particularly in oil sands and copper mining.
Introduced in 2018, the truck uses a 16-cylinder CAT C175-16 engine rated at 3,500 hp (2,610 kW) paired with an AC electric drive. This electric drivetrain decouples engine speed from wheel speed for more consistent operation and improved dynamic braking. The 798 AC reaches 56 km/h and is deployed in large-scale open-pit operations in Canada and Australia, particularly in oil sands and copper mining.
| Specification | Details |
| Manufacturer | Caterpillar (USA) |
| Model / Status | 798 AC / Production |
| Nominal Payload | 372 t (410 short tons) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 624 t |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 17.5 m × 9.3 m × 7.7 m |
| Gross Power | 3,500 hp (2,610 kW) |
| Travel Speed | 56 km/h |
| Heaped Body Capacity | 190–200 m³ |
2. XCMG XDE440
Image source: XCMG
The XCMG XDE440 ranks #2 in 2026, a new entry that exceeds standard 363-tonne ultra-class trucks. It has a nominal payload of 400 t, gross vehicle weight of ~660 t, and heaped body capacity of 200–210 m³ per cycle.
Introduced in 2022, the truck is powered by a 3,750 hp (2,800 kW) MTU 20V4000 engine with XCMG AC electric drive. Its frame uses high-strength low-alloy steel, with empty weight around 260 t, and the truck operates on 59/80R63 tires. Measuring 19.5 × 9.6 × 7.8 m, the XDE440 is deployed in high-volume mining operations in Serbia and South America.
Introduced in 2022, the truck is powered by a 3,750 hp (2,800 kW) MTU 20V4000 engine with XCMG AC electric drive. Its frame uses high-strength low-alloy steel, with empty weight around 260 t, and the truck operates on 59/80R63 tires. Measuring 19.5 × 9.6 × 7.8 m, the XDE440 is deployed in high-volume mining operations in Serbia and South America.
| Specification | Details |
| Manufacturer | XCMG (China) |
| Model / Status | XDE440 / Production |
| Nominal Payload | 400 t (441 short tons) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | ~660 t |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 19.5 m × 9.6 m × 7.8 m |
| Gross Power | 3,750 hp (2,800 kW) |
| Travel Speed | 60 km/h |
| Heaped Body Capacity | 200–210 m³ |
1. BelAZ 75710
The BelAZ 75710 retains the #1 spot in 2026, remaining the largest mining dump truck globally. It has a nominal payload of 450 t, gross vehicle weight of 810 t, and heaped body capacity of 234 m³ per cycle.
Introduced in 2013, it features two MTU DD16V4000 V16 engines producing a combined 4,600 hp (3,430 kW), managed by a Siemens MMT 500 AC drive system. The truck uses eight 59/80R63 tires instead of the standard six to distribute weight safely. Measuring 20.6 × 9.87 × 8.16 m, the cab sits about 7 m above the ground. The 75710 is primarily deployed in Kuznetsk Basin coal mines and other CIS operations, operating on steep or uneven terrain while carrying full loads.
| Specification | Details |
| Manufacturer | BelAZ (Belarus) |
| Model / Status | 75710 / Production |
| Nominal Payload | 450 t (496 short tons) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 810 t |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 20.6 m × 9.87 m × 8.16 m |
| Gross Power | 4,600 hp (3,430 kW) |
| Travel Speed | 64 km/h |
| Heaped Body Capacity | 234 m³ |
The 2026 Top 10 mining dump trucks ranking showcases the giants of modern haulage, from classic heavyweights like the Terex MT6300AC to the latest high-capacity machines from BelAZ, XCMG, Caterpillar, Komatsu, and Liebherr. Unlike crawler dozers, dump trucks are measured not only by raw power but by their ability to carry massive payloads efficiently, safely, and reliably over extreme terrain. Key factors include nominal payload, gross vehicle weight, body capacity, frame strength, and drive system design.
Modern developments, such as diesel-electric propulsion, autonomous haulage, and climate-adapted engineering, allow these machines to work in harsh environments, from icy Siberian mines to scorching Australian iron ore sites. The ranking reflects both engineering innovation and practical performance, offering a snapshot of the vehicles that dominate open-pit operations in 2026.
Modern developments, such as diesel-electric propulsion, autonomous haulage, and climate-adapted engineering, allow these machines to work in harsh environments, from icy Siberian mines to scorching Australian iron ore sites. The ranking reflects both engineering innovation and practical performance, offering a snapshot of the vehicles that dominate open-pit operations in 2026.
Top 10 Largest Mining Dump Trucks by Nominal Payload (2026)
| Rank | Dump Truck Model | Engine Power (kW / HP) | Nominal Payload (t) | Gross Vehicle Weight (t) | Heaped Body Capacity (m³) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BelAZ 75710 | 3,430 kW (4,600 HP) |
450 | 810 | 234 |
| 2 | XCMG XDE440 | 2,800 kW (3,750 HP) |
400 | ~660 | 200–210 |
| 3 | Caterpillar 798 AC | 2,610 kW (3,500 HP) |
372 | 624 | 190–200 |
| 4 | Caterpillar 797F | 2,983 kW (4,000 HP) |
364 | 624 | 185–195 |
| 5 | Liebherr T 284 | 3,000 kW (4,023 HP) |
363 | 600–605 | 190–200 |
| 6 | Terex MT6300AC | 2,783 kW (3,750 HP) |
363 | 603 | 230 |
| 7 | Komatsu 980E-5SE | 3,281 kW (4,400 HP) |
363 | 635 | 190–200 |
| 8 | XCMG XDE400 | 2,800 kW (3,750 HP) |
363 | 623 | 250 |
| 9 | Komatsu 980E-4 | 2,610 kW (3,500 HP) |
363 | 625 | 250 |
| 10 | BelAZ 75605 | 2,610 kW (3,500 HP) |
360 | 621 | 225–230 |
World’s biggest dump trucks FAQ
What is caterpillar largest off road haul truck?
The 798 AC is Caterpillar's largest off road haul truck with nominaly payload of 372 tonnes and nominal gross vehicle weight of 624 tonnes.
How many Belaz 75710 s have been built?
The Belarussian manufacturer Belaz planned to produce three 75710s dump trucks per month starting from 2014.How tall are the biggest dump trucks?
The biggest dump truck Belaz 75710 is 8.17 metres (26.8 ft) high.How tall is a Belaz 75710 tire?
The Belaz 75710 is equipped with eight 59/80R63 tires and each tire is 4.27 m (14 ft) tall.How much can a belaz 75710 carry?
Belaz 75710 is able to carry 450 tonnes of material which is its maximum payload capacity.How much does a belaz 75710 cost?
If you would like to buy one Belaz 75710, be ready to pay about $6 million.Who makes the biggest dump truck?
The 75710 dump truck is currently the biggest mining dump truck in the world, manufactured by a Belarussian company Belaz.How much does the world's largest dump truck cost?
The price for Belaz 75710 depends on configuration and optional equipment, but be ready to spend between $6 million and $9 million.
How much does the biggest dump truck weigh?
The nominal gross vehicle weight of Belaz 75710 is 810 tonnes.
Which dump truck has the largest payload in 2026?
The BelAZ 75710 carries the largest payload of 450 tonnes (496 short tons).
Which countries manufacture the world’s largest dump trucks?
Belarus (BelAZ), China (XCMG), USA (Caterpillar), Germany (Liebherr), and Japan (Komatsu) are the leading manufacturers.
