ETF Haul Train leaving open pit mine

ETF Haul Train leaving the pit, carrying an amazing payload of 870 ton on a single trip. The Haul Train, controlled by one operator, is ETF's answer to the demand from Mining Companies wanting to haul larger payloads than current Ultra Class trucks.

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