Rating of the best garbage trucks for 2022

Despite all the efforts of ecologists and innovative developments of scientists, the problem of household waste disposal has remained relevant for many years. It is difficult for residents of most cities to imagine the volumes that are taken out of their settlements every day, however, according to rough estimates, if waste collection is stopped for just one year, then about 5 kg of garbage will fall on 1 sq.m. And, despite the fact that the numbers already look frightening, the volumes only continue to grow at a colossal pace, reaching an increase of 800 billion tons annually.

That is why now, more than ever, there is a huge demand for municipal equipment, and in particular garbage trucks. It's hard to believe, but their total share as a percentage of all vehicles can be up to 40%, and vehicle fleets across Russia annually purchase up to 3 thousand new vehicles. Modern garbage trucks are specialized cargo special equipment with the sole purpose of efficiently coping with the removal of household waste.However, the characteristics and appearance of various models can vary significantly, from the method of loading to the method of compaction. The rating of the best garbage trucks for 2022 will allow you to quickly get acquainted with the leaders of municipal cleaning equipment, their characteristics and features of work.

You can quickly get acquainted with the results of the rating and compare the features and capabilities of cars by viewing the table below:

Model	Type of loading	Standard Chassis	Body capacity	Compaction factor	Producing country	Price
KAMAZ ECO-MB18k	Side	KAMAZ- 53605-3950-23	16 m3	6:1	Russia	On request
MK-1451-13	Side	GAZ-C41R13	8 m3	up to 2.5	Russia	RUB 2,825,000
Geesink Norba GPM IV	Rear	MAN TGM 19.250	21 m3	7:1	Holland	15 500 321 rubles
KO-440V new	Rear	KAMAZ-53605	19 m3	from 2.5 to 7	Russia	RUB 4,752,000
Farid T1	Rear	KAMAZ, MAZ	19 m3	6:1	Italy	On request
Hydro-Mak	Rear	KAMAZ, Mitsubishi Fuso	18 m3	6:1	Turkey	RUB 6,114,242

Important! All prices in the article are approximate and may vary significantly depending on the configuration and availability of additional options, it should also be noted that most manufacturers are ready to discuss individual terms of cooperation.

Garbage trucks with side loading

One of the most popular types of municipal equipment in the post-Soviet countries. It is pointless to describe in detail the features of such garbage trucks - they have a similar principle of operation, which will be discussed below with specific examples.But the main advantages of technology include:

• Cost (cheaper than rear-loading versions);
• Ease of maintenance and repair;
• Can be operated by one person.

As a result, they are great for small towns and villages where waste volumes are not high. The main disadvantages are:

• Weak compaction (the greater the compaction coefficient, the more debris gets into the tank);
• The duration of emptying the container;
• Often the waste can fall out and crumble;
• There is no possibility of manual loading.

In addition, side loading has many moving parts, which also carries additional danger and requires employees to be more careful when working.

KAMAZ ECO-MB18k

Cost: upon request on the official website (formed based on many factors).

This car is assembled in Kemerovo (KORMZ) and is considered one of the most successful body models among Russian manufacturers. The frameless body has a rather original shape and, most importantly, excellent strength and an increased level of rigidity. Also, due to this form, the engineers managed to achieve an increase in the usable area of ​​​​the body and increase the volume of boot space.

Due to the successful design of the press plate, the machine can carry out automatic unloading of containers and pressing. The modified gripper-manipulator has an increased load capacity (limit 700 kg), can be rotated, work with any type of garbage cans and has the function of returning to its original position (central).

Before lifting, the container is fixed with the help of special automatic clamps, and the lifting itself is carried out vertically and perpendicularly, which avoids spilling debris at a low height.

The useful volume of the body is 18 m3, and the compaction process takes 13 seconds. By the way, the maximum loading weight depends on the modification of the body and lies in the range from 8405 to 9425 kg (using the KAMAZ-53605 chassis).

Of the interesting features, it is worth highlighting the possibility of choosing when ordering a variation of the engine - gas or diesel.

• Acceptable prices;
• Ease of maintenance and repair;
• Good body strength;
• Automatic unloading and pressing;
• The strengthened capture manipulator (with function of return to a starting position);
• Good load capacity;
• The speed of the compaction process.

• Waste may disintegrate during loading;
• No manual loading.

Main technical characteristics: standard chassis KAMAZ-53605-3950-23, body capacity - 16 m3, fuel - diesel, compaction 6:1, load capacity: waste up to 9000 kg, manipulator up to 700 kg.

MK-1451-13

Cost: 2,825,000 rubles.

The variant from the Ryazhsky car repair plant is in many ways similar to the previous model, but has a more compact size. Thanks to this, the car is ideal for cities with dense buildings and limited space.

MK-1451-13 is installed on the GAZon NEXT chassis. Able to work with standard containers (0.75 m3). It has an attractive appearance due to the use of plate bending and laser cutting technologies, and also has excellent structural rigidity. It is worth noting that the body is also completely sealed, and all its parts undergo high-quality anti-corrosion treatment, which allows extending the life of the garbage truck even in a destructive environment.

When ordering online, you should pay attention that the standard variation of the garbage truck is right-handed (finding the manipulator).However, the plant also produces left-hand samples on order. It is possible to order the manipulator control system directly from the cab.

Good basic equipment is also pleasing, which includes Italian-made hydraulic distributors, high-pressure hoses made in accordance with the DIN European standard, as well as Bussak-Shamban hydraulic cylinder seals with an operating temperature range of -30 to +80 ° C.

• Attractive price;
• Sealed body;
• Long service life;
• Possibility of ordering additional options and modifications;
• Good basic equipment.

• Small body (however, the car is positioned as compact);
• Low compaction factor - up to 2.5;
• No manual loading;
• The standard manipulator is not very durable.

The garbage truck has a useful body volume of 8 m3 and is capable of transporting waste weighing up to 2520 kg. The sealing capacity of the press is up to 2.5 times. In addition to the standard manipulator with a load capacity of 700 kg, there are design options with increased strength. Engine type - diesel. Standard chassis - GAZ-C41R13.

Garbage trucks with rear loading

This type of special equipment is more technologically advanced and convenient, however, and as a result, more expensive and demanding to maintain. These machines are often bought by utilities in large cities - despite their price, they perfectly cope with a variety of tasks, and thanks to a high compression ratio they are able to carry more goods, which allows the fleet to reduce the number of vehicles used.

• Adaptation to different containers and types of work;
• Virtually no litter spreading;
• Safety - there are no moving parts outside the car;
• Automatic mode and the possibility of manual loading.

• Cost and cost of service;
• Models with a high level of compaction, as a rule, are produced abroad and cost two to three times more than their Russian counterparts.

An important fact is that Belarusian / Russian-made chassis are better suited for dirt roads than Western competitors.

Geesink Norba GPM IV

Cost: 15,500,321 rubles.

As is clear from the title of the section, the loading mechanism for these vehicles is located behind the body. Such garbage trucks can often be found in Russia in almost all utilities. However, if we talk about a specific model, then the Dutch company GeesinkNorba has been the leader for a long time. Their models have a very different focus and functionality, but the most popular solution with a good price / quality ratio is the GPM IV. Among the features of the superstructure, reliability and the ability to work in difficult conditions for a long time stand out.

It is worth noting that the garbage truck has a fairly advanced design based on unique technologies. Thus, the pressing mechanism is capable of producing an incredibly high compaction coefficient, which reaches up to 7. Also, an important innovation of the company in the placement of garbage - most analogues compact the waste, resting it on the upper part of the body, which contributes to the rapid wear of the main parts. GeesinkNorba engineers went further in this matter and created a system that is capable of distributing debris evenly throughout the body, thereby not only protecting parts of the machine from premature wear and extending its life, but also increasing the usable volume of the tank.This also includes the possibility of loading bulky waste - the width of the loading opening is equal to the width of the entire body, so there should not be any problems with bulky items in urban use.

The bodies themselves are produced in various variations - from 12 to 28 m3, however, regardless of size, they are made of Hardox and Domex steel, which has excellent qualities and allows for a long time to work under serious load.

Also, often this model is used to transport large-sized objects to landfills or waste transfer stations. By the way, the lifting device of the machine is multifunctional and has a carrying capacity of up to 1 ton, which allows it to work with the vast majority of containers that are used in Russia. Another interesting feature of the GeesinkNorba GPM IV is the provided manual lowering of the manhole roof with a bottom bar when loading bulky waste bags.

Given the fact that the production of electric cars is actively developing in the world, GeesinkNorba is already developing cars with the installation of equipment on a chassis equipped with an electric motor.

• Convenient to use;
• Many variations and models;
• High compaction factor;
• Uniform distribution of debris;
• Possibility of loading overall waste;
• Strong and durable Hardox and Domex steel;
• High load capacity;
• Load capacity of the manipulator.

• Price;

Main technical characteristics: standard chassis MAN TGM 19.250, body capacity - 21 m3, fuel - diesel, compaction 7:1, load capacity of the manipulator up to 800 kg.

KO-440V new

Cost: 4,752,000 rubles.

Domestic manufacturers also have good models in stock, and one of them is the KO-440V new produced by the Arzamas plant for municipal engineering. As you can see from the “new” prefix, this is a modified version of the popular garbage truck, which received an increased body by 3 m3, as well as a higher compaction coefficient (it is possible to manually adjust the pressure created by the press plate). The volume of the tank allows you to easily load 100 European standard tanks of 1.1 m3.

Of the advantages, it is worth highlighting the hydraulic cylinders placed on the side walls. This solution contributes to the extension of the service life, and also greatly simplifies the repair process.

The body is made of an all-metal plate, has spherical sidewalls (reinforced with a bent profile), which act as stiffeners, thereby increasing the strength and durability of the body. By the way, all these innovations are present for a reason - the body is really designed for heavy loads. An interesting feature is also the reinforced bottom of the loading bucket (its thickness is 8mm). At the request of the buyer, the plant manufactures a ladle from a durable HARDOX 400 steel grade.

The pressing process has also been redesigned, resulting in a complete cycle time reduced to 25 seconds. Another plus is the complete unloading of waste from the bucket - there are no residues left in it. The presence of a slide valve for the drainage system from the ladle will also be very useful, which greatly simplifies work at low temperatures. An unambiguous advantage, which cannot be ignored, is a large ground clearance.And although it was originally developed to increase cross-country ability at landfills, even on ordinary roads in some CIS countries this factor will be a significant plus.

Interestingly, the standard kit includes an "apron" - a device that makes it impossible for waste particles to spill during unloading. As an additional option, you can purchase a tank weighing system that is able to recognize tanks by number. It is possible to order and install a portal grab (with the help you can load bulky garbage up to 3 tons).

• Ease of maintenance and repair;
• Good body strength;
• Reinforced loading bucket;
• Possibility of ordering models made of strong and durable steel HARDOX 400;
• Drainage drain from the bucket;
• High ground clearance (well suited for dirt roads and landfills);
• "Apron" included;
• Availability of additional options.

• pressing time;
• The price is higher than that of domestic competitors (although if we consider it as an inexpensive analogue of GeesinkNorba GPM IV, then the purchase looks justified).

Main technical characteristics: standard chassis KAMAZ-53605, body capacity - 19 m3, fuel - diesel, compaction from 2.5 to 7, load capacity: waste up to 7275 kg, manipulator up to 800 kg, portal gripper up to 3000 kg.

Farid T1

Cost: upon request on the official website (formed based on many factors).

This is another "foreigner" well accustomed to the post-Soviet realities.The main advantage of the Italian garbage truck, in addition to reliability, is, of course, that it is heavy-duty, which means that it is able not only to transport significant volumes of waste, but also to compact, transport and unload with high quality (on its own, this process is fully mechanized) without losing the contents. It is noteworthy that in addition to automatic loading FARID Industrie S.p.A. It is also designed for manual collection of solid waste, which greatly expands the range of capabilities of this machine.

The body of the "Italian" is frame, made of pipes with a square section. Inside, the tank is made in the form of a steel sphere, the material of which is resistant to deformation and destruction. Thanks to the use of solid steel sheets, the walls have good rigidity, as well as correctly distribute the load. By the way, the shape of the tank contributes to the complete exit of liquids, which prevents the appearance of rust and corrosion.

Hydraulic cylinders, like those of the domestic KO-440V new, are moved outside the body and, at the same time, are additionally protected by folding panels. The system itself seals two plates moving along guides. But automatic unloading occurs due to a curved plate, which is characterized by high strength and a shape that contributes to the removal of all impurities. It is also worth noting that the turn over for garbage cans is equipped with both a euro grip and a comb, and complies with the DIN standard.

Standard variation of FARID Industrie S.p.A. works with containers with a volume of not more than 1.1 m3, however, on request, the company manufactures and installs a portal loader up to 8 m3.

• Full automation;
• Heavy;
• Possibility of manual loading;
• The case is strong, durable and resistant to deformation;
• Fluid drainage system;
• Uniform load distribution;
• Hydraulic cylinders are remote and additionally protected;
• Wide range of possibilities;
• Seal 6:1.

• Price;
• Difficulties with repairs.

Main technical characteristics: standard chassis KAMAZ, MAZ, body capacity - 19 m3, fuel - diesel, seal 6:1.

Hydro-Mak

Cost: 6 114 242 rubles (prices vary greatly depending on the chassis and additional options).

But this is a really advanced machine, capable of not only transporting garbage and having a built-in garbage can washing system. It seems something complicated, but this model is already present on the roads of Russia and has gained some popularity.

The washing unit itself is located in the rear of the body and consists of a pair of nozzles, the rotation of which can be controlled and the pressure can be adjusted within 80-100 bar. The garbage truck bunker itself has a volume of 19 m3. And immediately behind the driver's cab, a tank with clean water for 1900 liters is mounted. On average, it uses up to 20 liters of water to wash one tank. With an average pump output of 45-66 l/min, you can wash about 2-4 containers per minute (15 to 30 seconds per tank). It is noteworthy that all dirty water is collected in a special tank of a slightly smaller volume (1400 m3). Interestingly, the delivery set includes a gun for manual washing, which allows, if necessary, to clean the machine itself or the area where the garbage cans are located.

However, you have to pay for convenience in the literal sense - additional tanks cost money, they have a decent weight, and the systems require fuel consumption to work.Also, be sure to take into account that in many regions of Russia, the operation of the machine will be difficult in the cold season. However, for an additional fee, the manufacturer equips cars with a water heating system, so everything depends only on finances. Another unpleasant moment in the operation of such installations is noise - it is unlikely that residents of nearby houses will appreciate the really loud sound of the washing system at 6 in the morning. However, as it was written above, the car is not mass-produced in the post-Soviet space, however, it has already gained some popularity as a universal utility vehicle.

• Universal machine;
• Quality and reliability;
• A huge number of additional options;
• washing plant;
• Possibility of manual washing;
• Good level of compaction;
• Inexpensive and practical KAMAZ chassis.

• Price;
• Work during the cold season may be limited;
• Noise;
• A small prevalence in the CIS countries.

Main technical characteristics: standard chassis KAMAZ, Mitsubishi Fuso, body capacity - 18 m3, fuel - diesel, seal 6:1. The manufacturer offers a large number of modifications that radically change both the characteristics and the price of the car.

Summing up

Today, the utility vehicle market is undergoing a big change as old, rattling and inefficient garbage trucks are gradually replacing brand new models with a huge list of features. However, despite all the efforts of engineers, the trends of recent years are unchanged - side-loading garbage trucks are gradually sent to the landfill themselves, losing to rear-loading vehicles. Yes, as long as they have one significant advantage - the cost.However, versatility, convenience, efficiency and safety (it is worth highlighting separately, because when loaded sideways, the mechanisms rise to a height of up to 3 meters, while the rear ones rarely exceed the bar of 1.5 meters) are forcing more and more utilities to abandon proven models in favor of new products.

In addition, the rear loading scheme implies manual loading, which is sometimes simply necessary, and also has a greater compacting ability. And in the long run, the purchase of such a machine is beneficial - it holds more garbage, which means it is able to transport goods in fewer times, which allows you to save on fuel, and even on the number of cars. However, today the choice of utility vehicles is so large that it is quite possible to choose a car for any need, ranging from inexpensive and easy-to-maintain domestic models to expensive technological giants of the world scale.