Moving spoil through a narrow entrance, unloading aggregate beside a trench and placing pallets around a busy yard all call for different machines. Choosing well starts with the job, the available space and the load you need to handle.
The AUSA range at Cautrac Colchester brings together compact site dumpers, reversible dumpers, a compact telehandler and rough-terrain forklifts. Our current stock focus covers the D101, D301, DR602, T144, C151 and C251, with the larger DR902 expected at Colchester in 2027.
Here is a closer look at each model, how the machines compare and what to consider when choosing one for your site. For current availability, a quotation or help with the specification, call our Colchester team on 01206 273111.
The AUSA range at a glance
Use this comparison to narrow down the type of machine you need, then check the details for your application. Scroll across the table on smaller screens to see all columns.
| Model | Machine type | Headline capacity | A useful starting point for |
|---|---|---|---|
| D101AHA | High-tip dumper | 1,000 kg payload | Restricted access and smaller loads |
| D301AHG | Swivel-tip dumper | 3,000 kg payload | Groundworks and flexible unloading |
| DR602AHG | Reversible dumper | 6,000 kg payload | Larger material movements |
| T144H | Compact telehandler | 1,350 kg maximum load | Lifting and placing where space is limited |
| C151H | Rough-terrain forklift | 1,500 kg rated load | Compact pallet handling |
| C251H | Rough-terrain forklift | 2,500 kg rated load | Heavier palletised materials |
| DR902AHG | Reversible dumper | 9,000 kg payload | Larger projects; expected here in 2027 |
Dumper figures are maximum payloads. Forklift ratings are at a 500 mm load centre. Telehandler capacity changes with height and reach; the maximum load and maximum lift height are separate figures.
AUSA site dumpers: choose the capacity and tipping arrangement
A dumper needs to fit the route as well as the load. Entrance width, turning space, the loading machine and the discharge point all affect which model will work best.
D101: compact access, high-tip versatility
The AUSA D101AHA is the smallest dumper in this selection. Its 1,000 kg payload and 1.08 m machine width make it a practical model to consider for smaller building projects, landscaping and renovation work with restricted access.
A KUBOTA engine, hydrostatic transmission and 4×4 traction support material transport around site. The high-tip skip helps when discharging into a suitable receiving container, while the articulated chassis assists manoeuvring through confined working areas.
Check both the entrance and the space needed to turn and tip. The machine featured here is the regular D101AHA; the D101AHA Compact and D101AHG have different dimensions or tipping arrangements.
D101: £16,500 + VAT. Contact Cautrac Colchester to confirm the available machine and specification.
View AUSA D101AHA manufacturer specifications.
D301: a three-tonne step up for groundworks
When the job needs more carrying capacity, the AUSA D301AHG offers a 3,000 kg payload in a machine approximately 1.75 m wide. It is a useful option for moving spoil, stone and aggregate between loading and tipping points on groundworks projects.
The swivel-tip skip gives more choice over where material is discharged, including alongside the machine. That can be valuable when working beside a trench or where the site layout makes a straight-ahead approach awkward.
A KUBOTA engine, hydrostatic transmission and 4×4 traction complete the package. Compare its capacity with your loading excavator and the available travel route to build a workable loading and haul cycle.
D301: £21,000 + VAT. Speak to our Colchester team about current stock and a quotation.
View AUSA D301AHG manufacturer specifications.
DR602: six-tonne capacity with a reversible driving position
The AUSA DR602AHG combines a 6,000 kg payload with a reversible operator position. The seat, steering wheel and controls rotate together through 180 degrees, allowing the operator to face the direction of travel.
On jobs involving repeated journeys between loading and discharge points, that layout can reduce the need to turn the whole machine around. The swivel-tip skip adds flexibility when positioning the load for unloading.
Powered by a 55.4 kW DEUTZ engine, with hydrostatic transmission and 4×4 traction, the DR602 is a model to consider for larger earthmoving and construction tasks. The 180-degree figure refers to the driving position.
View AUSA DR602AHG manufacturer specifications.
T144: compact dimensions with useful lifting reach
The AUSA T144H brings a telescopic boom to a compact machine just 1.40 m wide. With a KUBOTA engine, hydrostatic transmission and 4×4 traction, it is worth considering where materials need to be lifted and placed but working space is limited.
AUSA lists a maximum load capacity of 1,350 kg and a maximum lift height of 4 m. These figures describe different points on the load chart: the published capacity at maximum height is 770 kg. The load you can handle also changes as the boom reaches further forward.
Tell us the weight of the material, the height it needs to reach and the distance from the machine to the landing point. We can help you check the load chart and the attachment required for the task.
View AUSA T144H manufacturer specifications.
AUSA rough-terrain forklifts: match the truck to the load
For regular pallet handling, a rough-terrain forklift can be a practical way to move materials around sites and outdoor yards. Compare the load weight and dimensions, working surface, access and required stacking height before choosing a model.
C151: compact pallet handling
The AUSA C151H combines a 1,500 kg rated capacity at a 500 mm load centre with a machine width of just 1.39 m. Its compact proportions make it a useful starting point for handling materials in tighter outdoor spaces.
Power comes from an 18.5 kW KUBOTA engine, with hydrostatic transmission for controlled travel and manoeuvring. For work involving repeated loading and unloading, those dimensions can help when space between stored materials is at a premium.
Drivetrain and mast choices affect the final specification. Speak to us about the available machine, the ground it will work on and the lift height you need.
View AUSA C151H manufacturer specifications.
C251: more capacity for heavier materials
For heavier palletised loads, the AUSA C251H steps up to a 2,500 kg rated capacity at a 500 mm load centre. Its 1.52 m width and 31.2 kW KUBOTA engine provide another option for site and yard material handling.
Hydrostatic transmission supports controlled manoeuvring when collecting, transporting and positioning materials. The extra rated capacity is useful when the load would exceed the C151’s rating, provided it is within the selected machine’s capacity for the load centre and lift height.
The C251H is offered in different drivetrain and mast configurations. Our team can confirm the specification of the machine in stock and help you compare it with the C151 or T144 for your application.
View AUSA C251H manufacturer specifications.
Coming to Colchester in 2027: the AUSA DR902
There is a larger addition to look forward to. The AUSA DR902AHG is expected at Cautrac Colchester in 2027, bringing a 9,000 kg payload to the range.
This reversible dumper combines a swivel-tip skip, hydrostatic transmission and 4×4 traction with a DEUTZ engine. It gives contractors planning larger construction and infrastructure work another model to consider for moving substantial volumes of material.
If you are planning machinery purchases for the new year, call 01206 273111 to register your interest and discuss the anticipated arrival with our Colchester team.
How to choose the right AUSA machine
A few details about your job will help us give you more useful advice:
- The material and its weight: loose spoil and aggregate point towards a dumper; palletised goods may call for a forklift or telehandler. Allow for the actual load dimensions and centre of gravity.
- The route: measure entrances and pinch points, and consider turning space, gradients and the surface along the whole journey.
- The discharge or placement point: decide whether you need high tipping, a swivel skip, a reversible driving position or the height and reach of a telescopic boom.
- The working cycle: think about the loading machine, travel distance and how often materials need to move during the day.
- The exact configuration: confirm the mast, drivetrain, attachments and load chart of the machine you are buying.
Winter weather makes the route and ground assessment especially relevant. Four-wheel drive is one part of the specification; tyre choice, ground bearing conditions and the planned working area also need to suit the operation.
Talk to Cautrac Colchester about the AUSA range
Whether you need the compact D101, the three-tonne D301, the reversible DR602, a T144 telehandler or a C151 or C251 forklift, we can help you compare the available machines against the work you have planned. Our sales team can also discuss parts and service support for your purchase.
Call Cautrac Colchester on 01206 273111 for current availability, a quotation or to register your interest in the DR902 expected in 2027. You can also send an enquiry through our contact page.
Specifications relate to the model variants described and may vary with equipment and configuration. Prices shown are £16,500 + VAT for the D101 and £21,000 + VAT for the D301, subject to availability and confirmation of specification. DR902 arrival timing is an expectation for Cautrac Colchester; contact us for updates. Manufacturer photographs illustrate the models and may show optional equipment.
