Capital Equipment News April 2022

Due to its light footprint, the Bobcat L28 small articulated loader is ideally suited to landscaping applications.

The L23’s tight-turning articulation joint allows manoeuvrability in confined spaces.

As part of its Next is Now programme, Bobcat unveiled its L23 and L28 small articulated loaders (SALs) in May last year, marking the company’s foray into this market segment

Following the 2021 launch, Bobcat has received its first SAL orders from Africa, with customer deliveries due soon

Following the 2021 launch of the first two units – the L23 and L28 – Chattaway says the initial take-up has been somewhat slow, largely due to the current global supply chain constraints brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic. However, customers that have taken delivery of the new range have expressed great satisfaction, with initial feedback citing Bobcat’s drive system as the key talking point. “The SAL market is well established in Europe and our sales have thus far exceeded our initial forecast,” says Chattaway. “We have also received our first orders in Africa, with delivery of these machines due soon. Given the African market’s reliance on traditional solutions such as the backhoe loader, we are encouraged by the interest that African customers have shown in a product that is not so common in that market. To further grow the SAL market in Africa and the Middle East, we will – together with our authorised dealer network – embark on a widespread educational campaign to conscientise

The Bobcat SAL range is ideally suited to farming, property maintenance, landscaping, municipalities and light construction work

Ahead of the arrival of the first SALs in Africa, Bobcat has announced significant developments to its dealer network in Africa

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mechanically governed so that it can be used in all regions. The efficient cooling system on the SALs offers improved operation and component protection for class-leading performance,” he says. Bobcat SALs are available in canopy and cab versions, both designed to provide extra space for easy entry, exit and operator comfort. The controls are intuitive for all levels of operator experience and an enclosed cab and heated seat are available

both existing and new customers about the benefits of the Bobcat SAL.” Machines in detail Powered by simple mechanical diesel engines, the L23 and L28 small articulated loaders are ideally suited to work in remote and often challenging operating environments that the African region is known for. “The in-line mounted, high torque engine is Stage V certified, but

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