6.2 - Equipment Operator Costs
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What is the fuel consumption rate for a diesel engine under standard conditions?
💡 Hint: Recall the standard fuel consumption rates provided in the section.
Define mobilization costs.
💡 Hint: Think about what expenses are incurred when starting a project.
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What is the fuel consumption rate for a gasoline engine under standard conditions?
💡 Hint: Recall the values presented for each engine type.
True or False: The operating factor is irrelevant when calculating fuel costs.
💡 Hint: Think about the factors affecting efficiency during operation.
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An excavator with a fuel consumption rate of 0.02 gallons per horsepower hour runs at 600 horsepower. If fuel costs $3 per gallon, estimate the total fuel cost for a 10-hour operation.
💡 Hint: Calculate total gallons consumed first, then multiply by the cost per gallon.
If a caterpillar bulldozer has an operational life of 5,000 hours and a blade costs $1,500 with an expected lifecycle of 200 operational hours, what is the hourly cost associated with replacing the blade?
💡 Hint: Divide the total cost by the lifespan specified.
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Reference links
Supplementary resources to enhance your learning experience.
- Understanding Fuel Consumption Rates in Construction
- Diesel vs. Gasoline Engines: Fuel Consumption Comparison
- Estimating Fuel Costs for Heavy Equipment
- Basics of Equipment Mobilization
- Lubrication Fundamentals
- Caterpillar Performance Handbook
- How to Calculate Equipment Operating Costs
- The Economics of Heavy Equipment Operation