Refuse Compactors
Compactor truck builds for council, commercial and industrial waste collection.
- Rear-load compactor bodies
- 10m³ – 24m³ body sizes
- Heavy compaction ratios
Equipment Guide · NZ
Refuse Compactor Trucks NZ
Rear-load refuse compactor truck builds for councils, waste contractors and industrial waste operators.
Quick answer
Refuse compactor trucks (also called rubbish trucks or garbage trucks) are truck-mounted bodies that collect and compact waste for transport. PS Equipment supplies refuse compactor truck builds for NZ councils, waste contractors and industrial sites — rear-load bodies from 10m³ to 24m³ on chassis to suit local routes.
Who this equipment is for
- Councils and council contractors
- Commercial waste contractors
- Industrial sites with internal collection
- Recycling operators
What to consider
Selection criteria
Body size
10–16m³ suits residential routes; 18–24m³ suits commercial and industrial.
Compaction ratio
Higher compaction means fewer dump trips, but more wear on the pack mechanism.
Chassis and routes
Chassis weight and axle layout must suit the streets and depots you run.
Bin lifters
Standard, comb or specialist lifters — confirm what your route bins require.
Safety features
Camera systems, audible alarms and operator controls all matter for daily safety.
Available equipment
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Specification comparison
At-a-glance options
| Body size | Typical chassis | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| 10–12 m³ | 6x4 | Residential, tight streets |
| 14–18 m³ | 6x4 / 8x4 | Suburban / commercial mixed routes |
| 20–24 m³ | 8x4 | High-density commercial and industrial |
Why PS Equipment
Trusted service for NZ operators.
PS Equipment is a specialist supplier of concrete pumping equipment, pump truck builds and selected truck-mounted machinery — backed by direct supplier relationships and in-house engineering.
- 25+ years specialising in concrete pumping equipment
- 300+ concrete pumps and machinery supplied across NZ and the Pacific
- Direct supplier relationships with Kyokuto, DY, Jacon and STG Global
- Genuine parts and in-house technical support
Parts pathway
Compactor service items
Cylinders, seals, controls and bin lifter parts for refuse compactor builds.
FAQs
Buyer questions, answered
Common questions from NZ operators. If yours isn't here, talk to Shaun.
What body size do most NZ councils run?+
Residential routes typically run 12–18m³ rear-load bodies. Commercial and industrial routes use larger.
Can you fit specific bin lifters?+
Yes — standard, comb and specialist lifters can be specified at build.
What chassis do you use?+
Isuzu, Hino and Mercedes-Benz are common, configured to NZ axle rules.
How long is a build?+
Several months, depending on chassis and body availability.
Do you offer service parts?+
Yes — cylinders, controls, seals and lifter components.
Can you build for recycling routes?+
Yes. Tell us the route and we'll configure body and lifters to suit.
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