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Why TARS?

Frequently Asked Questions

Take the hard work out of loading and unloading

Experience hassle-free loading and unloading of large volumes of aggregates and materials with our Grab Hire Lorries. Our 8-wheel Scania and Volvo fleet are equipped with grab arms that provide an impressive six-metre reach from either side of the vehicle. Say goodbye to the challenges of loading over fences, walls, or tight spaces—our Grab truck hire makes it a breeze.

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Solutions for commercial and domestic customers

Our Grab Hire Lorries offer an excellent solution for both commercial and domestic customers. Whether you require efficient site clearance or muckaway services, we’ve got you covered. At TARS Ltd., we’ve been providing excellent Grab Hire in Essex, Suffolk, and the surrounding areas for over 30 years. You can trust our expertise and experience to deliver outstanding results.

What we collect

Grab lorries remove large quantities of waste quickly. As a result, they’re a cost effective alternative to skip hire.

Rest assured that the waste we collect is disposed of responsibly at our Inert Waste Recycling Facility. Our highly trained and certified team is equipped to handle various waste streams, including non-hazardous and hazardous waste

We undergo rigorous asbestos training to ensure the safe handling and disposal of such materials. Additionally, our drivers hold CPCS certification and have completed comprehensive Lorry Loader training, guaranteeing efficient and secure waste removal.

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  • Mixed Muck Away
  • Clean Inert Soils and Stones
  • Non-hazardous soils
  • Hazardous soils
  • Green Waste
  • General Waste
  • Clean hardcore, concrete and tarmac
  • Waste wood
  • Tree stumps

Responsible waste disposal, expert handling

Rest assured that the waste we collect is disposed of responsibly at our Inert Waste Recycling Facility. Our highly trained and certified team is equipped to handle various waste streams, including non-hazardous and hazardous waste. We undergo rigorous asbestos training to ensure the safe handling and disposal of such materials. Additionally, our drivers hold CPCS certification and have completed comprehensive Lorry Loader training, guaranteeing efficient and secure waste removal.

Grab Lorry Specifications

MANUFACTURER

Scania XT P410 and Volvo 8 Wheelers

GRAB LOAD

The hydraulic arm can lift approximately half a tonne each grab.

GRAB REACH

18ft / 6m (from the sides of the grab vehicle)

CAPACITY

16 tonnes

WIDTH

9ft / 3m

LENGTH

32ft / 11m

HEIGHT

13ft / 4m

GROSS WEIGHT

32 tonnes

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Secure your grab lorry hire in just a few easy steps. Simply enter your details, select your service, and confirm your booking – we’ll take care of the rest.

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We can still provide you a muckaway service but we require some additional information. Please call the office on 01206 30 70 30 for further assistance.

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Our delivery vehicles are large, weighing 32 tonnes, and feature a mid-mounted crane that can extend up to 6 meters to unload your items from the side. These lorries are 8 x 4 wheelers. The trucks are approximately 11 meters long and 3 meters wide. To safely access your delivery site, they require a clear pathway that is at least 3 meters wide. Our trucks cannot manoeuvre over raised edges such as curbs, travel over manhole covers or move across lawns. Please inform us ahead of time of any walls, fences or other barriers to your site. Please note that if these conditions prevent us from making a delivery, you may incur a charge to cover our fuel and time.

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Customers are required to confirm that the waste does not include general waste, hazardous materials, or more than 10% turf or grass. Confirming this helps avoid complications during the waste collection and processing stages.

1 load is the equivalent of 16 tonnes or the equivalent volume.

Mixed Soil can contain:

  • Soil
  • Hardcore
  • Stone
  • Gravel
  • Topsoil
  • Up to 10% Turf or Grass

Mixed soil must not contain:

  • Wood
  • Clay
  • Tree Stumps
  • More than 10% Turf

Clay can contain:

  • Clay
  • Mud
  • Stone
  • Sand
  • Topsoil
  • Up to 10% Turf or Grass

Clay must not contain:

  • General Waste
  • Wood
  • Tree Stumps
  • More than 10% Turf

Hardcore can contain:

  • Tarmac
  • Concrete
  • Asphalt
  • Stone

Hardcore must not contain:

  • Soil
  • Clay
  • Tree Stumps
  • Grass or turf
  • Wood
  • General Waste
  • Sand
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Choose TARS Ltd

Discover why countless customers choose TARS for their Grab truck hire needs. As a family-owned and operated business with over three decades of experience in the haulage industry, we take pride in delivering a professional service you can rely on. Our vehicles are maintained to the highest standards, and our drivers undergo extensive training to prioritiSe safe working practices. Trust in TARS, where excellence is our standard and customer satisfaction is our priority.

How to find us

Our Inert Waste Recycling Facility is just 14 minutes from the centre of Clacton-on-Sea. We provide our services across Essex and Suffolk, including:
  • Bury St Edmunds
  • Stowmarket
  • Sudbury

Head Office

Copdock Enterprise Park, Old London Road, Copdock, Ipswich, IP8 3JW

01473 945050

Inert Waste Recycling Facility

Martins Farm, Colchester Road, St Osyth, Essex, C016 8HN

01206 307030

  • Mixed Muck Away
  • Clean Inert Soils and Stones
  • Non-hazardous soils
  • Hazardous soils
  • Green Waste
  • General Waste
  • Clean hardcore, concrete and tarmac
  • Waste wood
  • Tree stumps

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Grab lorries are typically a more cost-effective solution for large-scale projects. This is because our lorries can hold har more waste than skips. As a result, one of our lorries can remove more waste than multiple skips.

Take a look at this helpful Guide to Grab Hire to learn more.

Due to their versatility, Grab lorries are used for domestic and commercial purposes. Many of our customers use grab lorries for:

  • The Construction Industry
  • Groundwork
  • Landscaping
  • Home Improvements
  • Building sites
  • Green waste

The cost of Grab Lorry hire is variable. We calculate the price based on the type of waste and your location. We need to know what kind of materials you require removed and where your site is based. Our service team can provide an accurate quote when you enquire.

Grab lorries are typically a more cost-effective solution for large-scale projects. This is because our lorries can hold a significant amount more waste than skips. As a result, one of our lorries can remove more debris than multiple skips.

From arrival to depart, it typically takes just 15-20 minutes for the Grab Lorry to clear the debris and fill it’s trailer.

Our Grab Lorries hold up to 16 tonnes of waste.

No, a grab lorry can hold much more waste (16 tonnes). You can fit roughly two 8-yard skips of waste in a grab lorry.