Cemex has received the delivery of 20 new DAF XD 410 eight-wheel tippers as part of its ongoing UK vehicle replacement programme. The new vehicles – featuring DAF’s ‘FAD’ 8×4 axle configuration – reinforce Cemex’s commitment to safety, efficiency, and sustainability while reaffirming its strong and long-standing relationship with DAF Trucks.
The new DAF XD 8×4 tipper fleet delivers a 4-Star Direct Vision Standard (DVS) rating ex-factory. All trucks, which feature bodywork from Wilcox, Thompsons and CBR, were supplied by DAF Dealer Ford & Slater in Leicester. With a fleet of over 100 8×4 tipper vehicles operating across the Cemex’s aggregates fleet, DAF is established as a key truck marque for the building materials business.
The company executed a full evaluation of the DAF XD product alongside whole-life cost projections, with the truck selected based on robust build quality for on / off road operations, cutting-edge safety features, fuel efficiency, and driver-focused cab design.
“The new DAF XD models offer a step change in visibility and overall safety,” said Nigel Ponton, UK Fleet Engineering Manager at Cemex. “The truck’s 4-Star DVS rating aligns with our commitment to protecting vulnerable road users, while the mirrorless camera technology has exceeded our expectations. After initial apprehension,” he said, “our drivers now prefer the digital mirrors, which provide superior visibility and clarity.”
Equipped with the PACCAR MX-11 engine, the XD 410 delivers exceptional fuel efficiency, outperforming previous DAF CF models in Cemex’s fleet – and also competitor vehicles – in benchmark tests. “With the new XD drive train, we’ve seen noticeable improvements in fuel economy,” Ponton added, “and we’re expecting further gains when the vehicles have bedded-in after several months. This not only reduces our environmental impact but, of course, also enhances our operational productivity.
“For our drivers, the cab is their office,” added Ponton. “We actively involved them in the procurement process to ensure the vehicles met their needs. The spacious cab design, ergonomic layout, and improved visibility create a more comfortable and productive working environment.”
