Capital Equipment News June-July 2020

telehandler side, the MLT-X range includes capacities of 2,5 t to 6 t, and a reach of 6 m to 10 m. The most popular model in the Bobcat stable, says Swart, is the 4 t Bobcat T40180, which offers a reach of 18 m. “This model includes a load management system for safety, compact stabilisers and three steering modes. It also features integrated frame levelling and the sideshift system works independent of the main frame to provide a 4 ° bank angle on tyres, and up to a 12 ° angle on stabilisers.” He says the T40180 has a top speed of 30 km/h to enable quick movement between locations. Key features The features that make Manitou’s range suited to demanding applications, says Ryder, are the machines’ robustness, large capacity, ergonomic cabs and their willingness to take on rough terrain. He says all models feature quick-hitch couplings which simplify the changing of attachments. The attachments themselves, he says, are highly specialised and include on-fork handling solutions such as jibs, tyre, cylinder pipe and drum handlers, as well as cable reel and conveyor belt handlers for the mining industry.

Bobcat offers various specialised attachments to improve the machine’s performance in various applications.

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The main drivers for the local heavy- duty telehandler industry from 9 t capacity upwards are found in the mining and quarrying industries

In the agriculture sector, applications range vastly, from handling and stacking bales to bulk bag handling and silage preparation

The most popular model in the Bobcat stable is the 4 t Bobcat T40180

Bobcat offers various specialised attachments to improve the T40180’s performance in various applications

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