What is a Grader?
A grader, also commonly referred to as a road grader, motor grader, or simply a blade is a form of heavy equipment with a long blade used to create a flat surface during grading.
Grader Prices In South Africa
Full-size motor graders start at about R3404400.00. Most 130 hp to 180 hp machines fall in the 3404400.00 to R5106600.00 range. Machines with 250 hp or more can run as much as R8511000.00, but they’re not as common as mid-range machines. Compact motor graders usually run R1021320.00 to R2978850.00.
How long is a road grader?
It’s usually 12 or 14 feet in length and consists of a cutting edge attached to the bottom and end bits on the sides.
How fast can a grader drive?
A top speed of 3-5 MPH is recommended for motor graders because as the machines begin to “lope” or bounce, they leave ridges on the road surface. Machine stability can be affected by changes in moisture, material quality, and quality of the subgrade, so going slow will ensure the grader remains stable as you work.
How many types of graders are there?
There are two types of categories graders can fall under Rigid frame motor grader and Articulated frame motor grader.