How One Operator Cut Earthworks Costs the K-Tec 1228
Cutting Inefficiency, Not Corners: The K-Tec 1228 Advantage
Earthmoving efficiency isn’t about working harder — it’s about working smarter. Contractors across Australia are under constant pressure to move more material with fewer resources, while maintaining the quality and reliability their clients demand.
For one Queensland-based operator working across greenfield and reclamation projects, motor scrapers and truck/excavator setups were no longer meeting the mark. Multiple operators, heavy fuel use, and increasing freight costs made it difficult to stay competitive.
That changed with the introduction of the K-Tec 1228 Direct Mount Scraper, supplied by DOM Distribution.
Paired with a 450 HP tractor already in the contractor’s fleet, the K-Tec 1228 replaced a multi-machine system with a single, streamlined solution. The ability to dig, haul, and spread material using one operator transformed site efficiency almost immediately. Productivity increased, downtime decreased, and overall project costs began to move in the right direction.
Designed to handle a heaped capacity of 21.4 cubic metres and a rated load of more than 30 tonnes, the K-Tec 1228 brings large-scale performance to mid-sized operations. Its single or tandem configuration options give contractors flexibility across varying site conditions, while its advanced load geometry ensures smooth, fast cuts and balanced hauling.
But productivity is only part of the story. Reliability and uptime matter just as much. The K-Tec’s bolt-on replaceable wear components, robust hitching system, and low-maintenance hydraulic design make it a durable and cost-effective machine for operations that can’t afford delays. Even in abrasive tailings and challenging materials, operators report consistent performance with minimal maintenance interruptions.
As Chris from Clarris Earthworks explains:
“The beauty of using this machine is that we can dig, cart, and spread all with one machine. We don’t need two or three — we can take our own levels. It’s all just one package.”
For contractors like Chris, the K-Tec 1228 represents more than just another scraper — it’s a smarter approach to fleet management. In an industry where labour shortages and freight costs continue to climb, machines that deliver both performance and efficiency are no longer optional; they’re essential.
At DOM Distribution, that’s the mission — to supply equipment that empowers operators to do more with what they already have. Backed by DOM’s technical expertise and responsive support, the K-Tec 1228 offers the right combination of capability, simplicity, and dependability for Australian conditions.
Two new units are currently available for immediate delivery through DOM Distribution.
If your business is ready to cut inefficiency — not corners — now’s the time to move.