Heavy civil construction will require some heavy equipment, but to an untrained eye the machines may all look the same. Here are some of the types of machines used in heavy civil construction. Dump Truck: This machine is very recognizable because of the simplicity of the design. It is a large truck with a large container on the back that can haul large amounts of material. Asphalt Paver: An asphalt paver features a big container for the material that leads it down to a screed which lays it down. Roller: A roller features a very large wheel which rolls...