The Big Bite
Considered to be the industry standard in RCV design, the Big Bite offers a refuse carrying capacity of 31m3 which, with the large 2.5m3 hopper, facilitates collection of large refuse items and reduces the collection time for each trip by increasing the volume packed in each cycle.
| Feature | Benefit |
| Market leader. Sole UK Manufacturer. |
In service in the UK since the early 1970's. Unrivalled reliability and durability offering customer confidence and cost effectiveness. |
| Manufactured in UK. | Speed of delivery - employing UK labour. |
| Swing link design. | Compaction efficiency - no wearing slide blocks for low maintenance. |
| Tailgate requires minimum maintenance. | Easily maintained - cost effective. |
| Full 2032mm width hopper - 2.5m3 swept volume. | Able to handle bulky items. |
| 27-32 second cycle time. | Speed of operation - cost effective. |
| 5 tonne rated hoist, electrically controlled. | Facilitating up to 16m3 skips. |
| Supplementary BBC (Big Bite Comb) lift available. | Lifts and empties containers generally complying with EN840 section 1 to 3, ranging from 240 litres to 1280 litres with 2 and 4 wheels and with or without roll top lids. |
| Supplementary BBC lift available (Trunion lift). | Enabling user to collect containers from 660 ltr up to and including 1100 ltr containers. |
| Auxiliary bin lift also available. | Versatility in operation enabling operator to collect containers from 120 - 1100 ltr. |
| 8mm abrasion resistant steel hopper floor. | Durability and long life. |
| Body floor thickness 5mm. | Durability and long life. |
| Front of body screened in with mesh. | Protection to personnel from injury when operating ejector and prevents rubbish from collecting in engine area. |
| Body mount using all flexible components. | Prevents damage to body or chassis components in rough road or driving conditions. |
| All hydraulic pipes, fittings and fasteners are galvanised before being painted. | Prevents rust shortening the life or detracting from the appearance of your unit. |
| Separate hydraulic cylinders for tailgate locks. | Provide secure and positive latching of tailgate to prevent accidental openings. |
| Abrasion resistant high tensile steel body. | Prolongs working life. |
| Unique paint application process. | Rust resistant, more durable paint finish. |
| In cab controls with independent power take off selection. | Operator safety. No need to leave cab. |
| Electrically operated dual controls for skip lifting equipment. | Ease and versatility of operation. |
| Choice of body sizes (27-31m3). | More choice for operational requirements. |
| Can be mounted on any suitable 8 wheeled chassis. | Flexibility of chassis choice. |
| All buttons, relay and switches conform to IP65. | Customer confidence - less electrical problems, less down-time. |
| Training included in price - fitter and operator. | Customer confidence in operator and fitters. |
| Heil's world-wide reputation in build and quality. | Customer confidence and knowledge that they are buying the best and most cost effective REL on the market. |
| Slow depreciation costs. | Used Big Bites are highly sought after and prized! |
ControlsProgrammable logic controls (PLC) offer simplified control, reliable operation and system conditioning monitoring. |
Safety FeaturesConforms to all CE requirements, interlocked controls when BBC lift is fitted, in-cab eject controls. |
ChassisCan be mounted on suitable 8x4 chassis. |
OptionsBBC lift suitable for 660 - 1100 ltr bins. Choice of body sizes 27 & 31m3. Side and centre jacks available. Auxiliary bin lift for 240 - 1100 litre on request. |