Biggest Champion packs a lot into a small package

What sets this model above the rest is its small size. That makes it suitable for small work areas while being cost effective and comfortable to operate. This means that it will appeal to operators working on smaller roads and tight worksites such as rural terrain or mine shafts.
The selectable 6 wheel AWD drive system, offers extreme traction on any terrain from concrete to ice, giving the C86C a wider scope of applications to meet any job requirements in any conditions. This system then helps it offer more ability per size than any other, says distributor Bobcat Australia. It also adds an additional 29% more blade pull to the overall amount. This system helps deliver all of the available 82kw more effectively over any surface.
It operates in low range, forward and reverse speeds from zero to 16km/h. It automatically disengages when the operator presses the brake pedal or shifts the transmission to neutral. The system maintains equalised traction to both front wheels in turns and in all traction situations. The grader retains full front axle mobilities of oscillation and wheel lean.
The AWD system helps the C86C to maintain required traction in wet, boggy, icy or loose surfaces, and on steep gradients. Along with the Cummins diesel engine, it covers ground quickly for day to day assignments.
Champion also offers attachments compatible with any machine in the product line, which will suit all the demands of any grader application. They are easy to fit and are just as easy to control from inside the cabin, Bobcat says.
Attachments include a “V” scarifier, counter weight, dozer blade/scarifier, windrow eliminator, rippifier, automatic blade control, side dozer and a vibratory compaction roller
With an industry leading fully air conditioned cabin, the C86C offers a comfortable workplace for any operator in any conditions.
All controls are located on the fully adjustable steering pedestal. Ten low effort, direct acting hydraulic control levers, are arranged in accordance with the industry standard for optimum operator convenience, visibility and comfort.
Full hydraulic controls provide operation of circle turn, left and right blade lift and float control, articulation, moldboard side, moldboard tilt, leaning wheel, front blade/scarifier and optional circle side shift and front/rear attachments.
Quick look stats:
- Engine: Cummins QSB4.5 Tier 3
- Power: 82kw @ 2500rpm
- Torque: 489Nm @ 1500rpm
- Displacement: 4500cc
- Configuration: Articulated frame all wheel drive
- Operating weight: 7.03t
- Turning Radius: 5.8m
Features:
- Infinitely variable ground speeds 0-32km/h
- ROPS/FOPS canopy or fully enclosed cab ROPS/FOPS
- Tandem drive or all wheel drive
- Dual braking system with reserve power assist
More information: Bobcat Australia, 1800 643 853, www.bobcat.com.au