Scania and LKAB deepen their collaboration to further electrify mining transport. A new, fully electric 8x4 heavy tipper with two steerable front axles – the first of its kind from Scania worldwide – has entered operations at LKAB’s mine in Malmberget, northern Sweden.
Nicknamed “Sleipner”, after Odin’s legendary eight-legged horse, the vehicle symbolises strength, innovation and reliability. It is also the first Scania electric truck equipped with two steerable front axles, developed on the company’s modular electric platform to deliver greater ability to carry heavy loads, and stability on challenging mine roads. A sturdy answer to a complex challenge.
“If it performs as expected, we will have a fully fossil-free solution for transporting waste rock in truly demanding mining operations,” says Peter Gustavsson, Project Manager for Electrification of Mobile Machines at LKAB.
Given that LKAB transports more than 5 million tonnes of waste rock annually, the CO₂-savings will be significant, an example of what kind of impact Scania’s practical solution has for a customer with high ambitions.
“Partnerships like this are essential for learning and accelerating progress,” says Tony Sandberg, Head of Scania Pilot Partner. (....)