Construction World September 2018

EARTHMOVING

REDEFINING INDUSTRY STANDARDS Taking performance and innovation to new levels, Bobcat is launching the exciting new R-Series mini-excavators from 2-4 tonne. The new range of five compact excavator models – the E26, E27z, E27, E34 and E35z – offers a best- in-class mix of high digging forces, superb stability and smooth controllability of working functions complemented by low weights for easy transportation.

T he new excavators introduce many state-of-the-art features and offer enhanced levels of quality and robustness. They utilise newly developed flexible machine platforms that allow different configurations of models and specifications to suit a wide range of applications and customer needs. In addition, while taking engineer- ing and productivity to unheralded heights, the development team for the new machines has ensured they offer greatly enhanced operator comfort and functionality and the best fit for key applications. Jarry Fiser, Product Line Director for Bobcat Mini-Excavators in Europe, the Middle East and Africa, commented: “The current Bobcat compact excavator line-up has been one of the most respected products in the industry. Now backed by nearly five years of develop- ment work, we are raising the bar even further and we are confident that we are now offering the best-in-class machines available.” Built around the operator Supported by over 30 years of experience as one of the major players in the market, the new 2-4 tonne compact excavator range has been designed by the Bobcat European Innovation Center for customers in Europe. Designing products around the operator is part of Bobcat’s essential DNA. That is why there is a completely new cab being introduced throughout the whole of the R-Series range. The larger operator space and premium interior deliver best-in-class comfort with an im- proved entry/exit thanks to new ergonomic 3D handles and a wider door. The new cab also features significantly larger windows and narrower pillars giving market-leading all-around visibility. Clive Kilford, R-Series Program Manager, comments: “Creating something better than the current series was the real challenge as it has proved to be one of the industry’s best. Yet by looking at every part we implemented over a hundred improvements – always having the operator in mind.” New models tailored for specific audiences The new generation of the popular E26 is an easy-to-use, robust ma-

chine optimised for specific rental industry needs while introducing the next level of operator comfort and features required by demanding owner-operators. The new E26 excavator has a transport weight reduced by 100 kg but increased over-the-side lifting capacity. To overcome a common issue in the rental market and thus protect the uptime, the E26 is now equipped with extra innova-

tive features such as the Cylinder-Inside-Boom (CIB) workgroup and its geometry, increasing protection against bucket collision with the cab. The new E27z model further enhances the excellent performance characteristics of Bobcat’s current E26 machine, with the largest cab for this size of machine on the market. The new conventional swing E27 model introduces an in-class unique combination of superior stability, class leading digging performance and breakout forces, together with a transport weight that is still below the weight limits for appropriate trailers. Moving to the E34, this is a new generation 3,4 tonne convention- al model offering higher stability coupled with excellent performance and further enhanced controllability. It features a new roomy premium cab with optional powerful air conditioning to ensure an ideal operator environment in all weather conditions. The E35z, a new generation model in the popular 3,5 tonne machine class offers the additional benefits of ZHS design. This excavator provides the best possible mix of compactness, a large operating range for the workgroup (especially with the optional long arm), great stability (two counterweight options available) and a large and comfortable operator area. The E34 and E35z are also the only machines in their class which will be available with the optional automatic (hydraulic) track tensioning feature, which further minimizes the need for mainte- nance and the risk of de-tracking. 

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CONSTRUCTION WORLD SEPTEMBER 2018