Capital Equiment News September 2023

SKID STEERS

The S7X can support operators on environmentally sensitive sites, in noise restricted areas, and for indoor operations.

This year skid steers showed grit

In the world of heavy machinery, skid steers are often seen as compact workhorses within a fleet. However, this year has demonstrated once again that dynamite indeed comes in small packages. The unveiling of the world’s first all-electric skid steer loader has brought a surge of innovation to the industry. Let’s dive into the fascinating developments in the world of skid steers, especially in the South African market.

I n South Africa, skid steers are making waves with inno vative designs and powerful capabilities. The introduction of the all-electric Bobcat S7X and John Deere’s impres sive 318G Skid Steer demonstrate the industry’s commit ment to pushing boundaries and providing operators with efficient, eco-friendly, and high-performing machines. As skid steers continue to evolve, they remain essential tools across various industries, from construction to agriculture, contributing to productivity and success. With these advancements, skid steers are proving once again that their small stature hides their immense power and potential.

Early this year, innovation reached new heights with the introduction of two groundbreaking concept machines from Bobcat. Building on the 2022 release of the Bobcat T7X, the world’s first all-electric compact track loader, Bobcat unveiled the Bobcat S7X, the world’s first all-electric skid-steer loader at Conexpo. Scott Park, CEO, and Vice Chairman of Doosan Bobcat expressed the company’s commitment to pushing boundaries for the benefit of their customers. “At Bobcat, we are always pushing the boundaries to explore the next leading advancements that help our

customers accomplish more and propel the industry forward. We are committed to innovating for our customers’ needs first and foremost, so that they can become more efficient, more productive, and more successful.” A Game Changer The S7X stands as something of an engineering marvel, boasting an all electric design powered by a 60.5-kWh lithium-ion battery. It features electric drive motors and

“We are always pushing the boundaries to explore the next leading advancements that help our customers accomplish more and propel the industry forward. We are committed to innovating for our customers’ needs first and foremost so that they can become more efficient, more productive, and more successful.”

Scott Park, CEO, and Vice Chairman of Doosan Bobcat

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