An overland conveyor is a type of conveyor system designed to transport bulk materials over long distances, typically across rugged terrain or overland. Unlike shorter, enclosed conveyor systems, overland conveyors can span several kilometers or miles, moving large quantities of materials like coal, ore, aggregates, or other bulk goods from one location to another, such as from a mine to a processing plant. These conveyors are designed to be energy-efficient and cost-effective, minimizing the need for multiple transfer points or expensive infrastructure like trucks or railroads.