Most Popular Scraper Manufacturers

The scrapers are generally a heavy-duty wheel tractor machines which are used for earthmoving and other similar operations. They are used in many construction projects and are capable to perform a variety of tasks. There are several scraper manufacturers on the market, and the most popular ones are: Caterpillar, Terex, ICON, Fox and etc. However, the scrapers from Caterpillar are considered as the most powerful and effective on the construction site. From its wide range of construction machines and equipment, Caterpillar offers 3 scraper models:
coal bowl scrapers, elevating scrapers, and open bowl scrapers. The scrapers from Caterpillar can be seen on every large construction site all over the world, and they are used for various applications. Caterpillar also includes tandem powered scrapers in its product line. These machines are powered by two twin engines and are capable to handle steep grades and to perform efficiently on poor ground conditions. The tandem powered scrapers from Caterpillar can move independently or with the help of push dozers.

The scrapers from Caterpillar are also equipped with pull-push arrangement that uses hydraulically actuated bail, a cushion plate placed on the front end of the tractor, and a hook which is attached on the rear end of the scraper. The pull-push arrangement allows two scrapers to be linked together during loading operations. Caterpillar also offers scrapers with an auger arrangement that increases the self loading capability and the dust control. Regardless of the scraper model, Caterpillar states that its self-propelled scrapers are designed with the latest technology and include innovative features such as hydraulic joysticks that replace the buttons, levers and all other switches that can confuse the operators.


Other well-known manufacturers that offer self-propelled scrapers on the market are Terex and Fox. Terex offers two heavy-duty scraper models that come with seven speed electronically operated transmission system. This transmission system includes sequential bump shifts that allow for smooth and low effort speed changes. The Terex scrapers have a positive roll out ejector which is operated by a single hydraulic cylinder. The combined sliding floor and the ejector end gate are controlled by two double-acting, single-stage hydraulic cylinders.

The main scraper model from Fox is actually an elevating scraper that is pulled by a 110 horsepower Caterpillar tractor. This scraper comes with a bowl that has a fixed edge. This fixed edge bowl allows for good grading results on the ground. The design of this tractor mounted scraper gives the operator an excellent view of the working area. All Fox scrapers come with three axles, two are mounted on the tractor part and one on the bowl.