The Gloucester-based operator also has a larger 26-tonne Arocs with plant body on order for later this year.
The latest addition replaces a similar truck, also with Andover bodywork, and has been specified with a shorter wheelbase to allow for easier access to construction sites in the Cotswolds.
Constructed with combined mesh and hardwood ramps, to allow for the loading of machinery on tyres or tracks, as well as steel drum rollers, the plant body features a fixed-width working at height safety system complete with straps and stowage for the posts set against the headboard.
Additional features include ramp controls situated on both sides for maximum ease of operation, a radio remote-controlled electric winch and open-top chain trays to safely store chains when not in use.
Mark Davis, Ermin’s transport manager, says: “Having worked with Andover Trailers across three decades, we have always found their plant bodies to perform exceptionally well and live up to the rigorous demands of transporting heavy equipment.
“When it came to ordering our new plant body, Andover Trailers was naturally our first choice.”
The 26-tonner on order will be built to the same specification as an identical vehicle delivered last year. The 6x2 rear-steer Arocs will be mounted with a plant body featuring a double-crank beavertail and fuel-saving fold-forward ramps, hydraulic steady legs and eight pairs of lashing rings – with four further rings fitted in the centre of the deck – as well as a removable, fixed-width working at height system and ramp controls on each side of the vehicle.