Supplied by Rob Coxon, Transport Solutions Executive at Sparks Commercial Services, the new C430s with Charlton SuperLite Tipper bodies will work across the south coast on muck away as well as delivering sand and gravel from its quarries to various customers across the area.
Simon Webb, Raymond Brown Transport Manager, explains: “I’ve worked with Sparks in the past and I appreciate the personal service they provide. It’s reassuring to know that I can pick up the phone and talk to the owners, Mike or Julie Spark, and dealing with Rob Coxon for the new vehicles has been no different; the experience has been excellent, uncomplicated, and everything has been efficiently resolved."
The new tippers are powered by Renault Trucks’ 11 litre engine, providing up to 430hp and up to 2050 Nm of torque from 1008 rpm to 1400 rpm and is driven by the 12-speed Optidriver ATO 2612 gearbox and automatic clutch.
The vehicle’s driver-lead specification includes 2kw night heaters, heated and ventilated luxury driver’s seat, multimedia screen and extra storage. Also specified as optional extras are advanced driver assistance systems including Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), Anti-Slip Regulation (ASR), Hill Start Assist (HSA) and Electronic Stability Control (ESC).
All new vehicles have been supplied with a two-year subscription to Renault Trucks’ Optifleet fleet management system, facilitating informed decision-making, reducing operating costs and monitoring real-time performance of both vehicles and drivers.
Simon said: “The C430s are well-suited to our off-road work. They are well-constructed vehicles with a strong pedigree and are capable of achieving a payload of 19,200kg, which is an optimal figure for our 8x4 tipper work.”
Simon continued: “We are extremely pleased with the comprehensive package, from the vehicles to the support from Sparks Commercial Services.”