6.1. Components of Mobilization Costs

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the fuel consumption rate of a diesel engine in liters per horsepower per hour?

   Hint

   Think about the comparison to gasoline engines.

2. 2.

   List two components included in mobilization costs.

   Hint

   Consider what it takes to move equipment to the site.

3. 3.

   What is the fuel consumption rate for gasoline engines under standard conditions?

   • 0.06 gallons
   • 0.04 gallons
   • 0.15 gallons

   Hint

   Recall the specific number we discussed.

4. 4.

   True or False: Mobilization costs only include transportation fees.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about what processes are involved when moving equipment.

5. 5.

   A construction site has both a bulldozer and an excavator. The bulldozer has a high wear item cost of $1200 and lasts for 400 hours before needing replacement. The excavator has a high wear item cost of$1500 with a lifespan of 600 hours. Calculate the hourly cost for high wear items for both machines.

   Hint

   Remember to divide the total cost by the expected lifespan for hourly rates.

6. 6.

   If a twin engine scraper requires 0.125 liters per horsepower per hour for a 450 HP engine, what is the total hourly fuel consumption? If fuel costs 60 rupees per liter, calculate the total hourly fuel cost.

   Hint

   Break down the calculation to manage total consumption before applying unit price.