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MCNEILUS SIDE LOADERS
AT HOME AROUND HOMES

McNeilus Side Loader offer automated options like the Zero Radius™ and AutoReach® – build for fast, efficient collection with innovative arm designs – or the versatile Manual/Automated Side Loader, which lets crews switch seamlessly between automated pick-ups and manual loading for those extra materials along the route.

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Side Loader

Zero Radius, Autoreach, Manual/Automated

McNeilus automated and manual side loaders exceed expectations when you need a truck that’s flexible enough to handle the demands and obstacles of almost any kind of residential route. We offer a range of vehicle options in the side loader product line to meet what you need — from Zero Radius™ and AutoReach® side loaders that offer effective, efficient collection with their unique arm designs, to the flexible Manual/Automated side loader that can be used simultaneously as an automated side loader, with an easy-to-operate arm, and a manual side loader for throwing in the “extras” often found along many residential routes.
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Zero Radius™
SIDE loaders

Daily routes come with plenty of challenges – tight streets, alleyways, and limited container clearance. The McNeilus Zero Radius™ Automated Side Loader is engineered to overcome them all, delivering smooth, efficient collection in even the most confined space.
Body Capacities: 22 yd3, 24 yd3, 26 yd3, 27 yd3, 28 yd3, 31 yd3
Available chassis: Freightliner (MC-106, EconicSD), Peterbilt (520), Kenworth (L-770), Mack (TE, LR), Autocar (ACX), Battle Motors (LET)
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AUTOREACH®
SIDE loaders

The only side loader in the industry that can reach side-to-side as well as out, the AutoReach® Side Loader is one of the strongest in the industry that can lift up to 2,000 pounds. The innovative design of the arm can articulate in an 8-foot arc and function at idle speed.
Body Capacities: 22 yd3, 24 yd3, 26 yd3, 27 yd3, 28 yd3, 31 yd3
Available chassis: Freightliner (MC-106, EconicSD), Peterbilt (520), Kenworth (L-770), Mack (TE, LR), Autocar (ACX), Battle Motors (LET)
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manual/automated
Side loaders

Collection routes can be unpredictable when it comes to what’s sitting next to the curb. The McNeilus Manual/Automated (MA) Side Loader takes out some of the guesswork with an automated arm PLUS a manual loading mechanism that make it the most flexible refuse truck on the market.
Body Capacities: 26 yd3, 28 yd3, 31 yd3
Available chassis: Freightliner (MC-106, EconicSD), Peterbilt (520), Kenworth (L-770), Mack (TE, LR), Autocar (ACX), Battle Motors (LET)
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MCNEILUS®
VOLTERRA ZSL™

The McNeilus VOLTERRA ZSL electric side loader combines proven Zero Radius™ lift-arm performance with advanced electric refuse-collection technology to deliver exceptional maneuverability and efficiency.
The vehicle features an electrified drivetrain, e-axle architecture, smart battery system and cooperative regenerative braking to enable an all day route on a single charge with zero emissions.

Body Capacities: 27 yd3, 31 yd3
Available chassis: Volterra ZSL eRCV
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TECHNOLOGY
AND INNOVATIONS

Offering a next-generation solution for side loader refuse collection. The AI-based cart-recognition technology identifies and locates curbside waste carts and fully operates the operation – providing route efficiency while boosting productivity. Key features include:
  • Recognition & Alignment
Advanced AI recognition and autonomous alignment provide operator assurance and collection efficiency. Reduces training time and driver fatigue.
  • Autonomous Pickup
CartSeeker’s advanced technology identifies waste carts and automates alignment and the lift arm’s dump cycle to help improve operation efficiency. Manual mode can be initiated if needed.
  • Accelerated Training
AI-enabled cart detection and monitoring makes training easy and reduces the learning curve for new drivers.
  • Increased Productivity
Minimize the number of times drives exit their vehicle, improving overall operator safety.
Offering a next-generation solution for side loader refuse collection. The AI-based cart-recognition technology identifies and locates curbside waste carts and fully operates the operation – providing route efficiency while boosting productivity. Key features include:
  • Accelerated Training
AI-enabled cart detection and monitoring makes training easy and reduces the learning curve for new drivers.
  • Increased Productivity
Minimize the number of times drives exit their vehicle, improving overall operator safety.
Offering a next-generation solution for side loader refuse collection. The AI-based cart-recognition technology identifies and locates curbside waste carts and fully operates the operation – providing route efficiency while boosting productivity. Key features include:
  • Recognition & Alignment
Advanced AI recognition and autonomous alignment provide operator assurance and collection efficiency. Reduces training time and driver fatigue.
  • Autonomous Pickup
CartSeeker’s advanced technology identifies waste carts and automates alignment and the lift arm’s dump cycle to help improve operation efficiency. Manual mode can be initiated if needed.

Parts Support

Atlantic Heavy Duty’s extensive inventory of genuine OEM parts and dedicated parts specialists make finding parts fast and easy for most makes and models of refuse vehicles, roll-offs and more.
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