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D series John Deere skidsteers feature standard auto idle

Hitachi Construction Machinery (Australia) P/L has launched a new John Deere D series skidsteer range.

  
D series John Deere skidsteers feature standard auto idle

Built in the same factory as JD’s G series graders, the skidsteers come with bigger entryways and curved glass doors, opening onto 50% quieter than previous models, positively pressurised, air conditioned cabs.
Visibility “is second-to-none” the company says, with 100% more front glass, a 50% bigger top window, and lower side windows compared to previous models. However an open canopy is available too.
Operators can choose between foot controls, hand controls or electro-hydraulic joysticks across the range. With the EH performance package, they can choose between ISO or H pattern at the flick of a switch. It has the added benefit of creeper mode and cruise control when running attachments, as well as boom and bucket speed control.
On the electronically controlled Tier 3/iTier 4 engines, in a world first for skidsteers, auto-idle is included as standard. Also, exclusive electronic injection delivers significant torque rise and more usable power.
For service access, loader arms can be raised and locked in place from inside the cab, and the cab raised in minutes. Then simply lift the hood for ground level access to refuel and check vital fluids.
The 318D and 320D, feature 100mm more lift height than previous models, for easier truck loading and greater productivity. Cushioned loader lift cylinders smooth out loader operations when reaching maximum dump height, or when lowering attachments.
A long wheel base, low centre of gravity and optimised weight distribution gives the D Series “incredible stability that you can feel,” the company says.
The D series completes HCA’s skidsteer lineup, with the larger machines complementing the smaller John Deere 313 and 315 models currently available.
Standard amenities include a storage box, cup holder, 12-volt power port and an iPod/mobile phone holder.
More information: 1300 448 2244, www.hcma.com.au

Specifications overview

 Model Net power:  Operating Operating
  kW @ rpm capacity: kg  weight: t  
 318D 43.3 @ 2300 817 2.928  
 320D 47.1 @ 2300 908 2.996  
 326D 51.9 @ 2000 1180 3.689  
 328D 59.6 @ 2000 1271 3.814  
 332D 66.7 @ 2400 1453 4.163  

 


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