Who isn’t infatuated with a dump truck? From an early age, children love to play in sandboxes with these toys.

But even as we get older, our infatuation continues. Don’t we all wonder what the dump truck is carrying and watch intently as the bed automatically tilts upward to dump its load of dirt, garbage, grass, or many other items?

But if you are a small businessman or contractor in need of a light duty dump truck, our DePaula Chevy dealership offers dump trucks for sale.

Our popular and strong Chevy Silverado pickup truck chassis is equipped with a dump body.

Have you ever wondered how the dump truck was invented and when? The dump truck has a rich history.

In its earliest incarnation before gasoline or diesel engines were created, dumping mechanisms were attached to horse-drawn two-wheel carts often used in coal mines and railroads to haul material.

These “dump trucks” were tub-like containers attached to the rear gate hinges. The operator had to ensure that the front door was locked to secure the inner cargo. When they reached their destination, the rear gates were opened and the cart’s cargo slid out using gravitational force.

What would modern society be today without the dump truck? With a design dating back to the time of horse-drawn carriages, it has long played a vital part in the construction business.

Although dump truck history started before the combustion engine, modern innovations have kept “tipper trucks” useful and in demand.

In fact, there are nearly 50 manufacturers worldwide working on meeting the needs of the industry.

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