Track Loader
Specifications
- Operating weight: 2,500 to 12,000 pounds.
- Horsepower: 50 to 110 hp, with some models offering more than 120 hp.
- Operating capacity: 1,000 to 5,000 pounds
- Dump height: 8 to 12 feet
- Track width: 12 to 18 inches
- Ground clearance: 8 to 13 inches
- Fuel capacity: 15 to 30 gallons
- Turning radius: 6 to 12 feet
Salient Features
- Tracked Undercarriage: Track loaders are equipped with a tracked undercarriage, which provides better traction and stability on rough, uneven, or soft terrain. The tracks also distribute the machine’s weight over a larger surface area, reducing ground pressure and minimizing damage to the ground surface.
- Hydraulic System: Track loaders use a hydraulic system to operate the various attachments and lifting mechanisms. The hydraulic system is powered by a diesel engine, and it provides the necessary power and torque to drive the machine’s functions.
- Interchangeable Attachments: Track loaders can be equipped with a variety of interchangeable attachments, such as buckets, forks, grapples, and augers, to perform different tasks. This makes them highly versatile and adaptable to different job site requirements.
- Compact Design: Track loaders are designed to be compact and maneuverable, making them ideal for working in tight spaces or on job sites with limited access.
- Operator Cab: The operator cab on a track loader provides a comfortable and safe working environment. It is usually equipped with amenities such as air conditioning, heating, and sound insulation to improve operator comfort and reduce fatigue.
- Easy Maintenance: Track loaders are designed for easy maintenance, with features such as easy access to service points and a simple design that makes repairs and maintenance straightforward.
- Advanced Control Systems: Some track loaders feature advanced control systems, such as joysticks, touch screens, and cameras, which provide greater precision and control over the machine’s functions.
Description
Track Loader is a type of construction equipment that is similar to a skid steer loader but is equipped with a tracked undercarriage instead of wheels. This provides the machine with greater traction and stability on rough, uneven, or soft terrain, making it ideal for applications such as excavation, grading, and material handling.
The typical track loader consists of a compact body, a hydraulic arm with a lifting mechanism, and a variety of interchangeable attachments, such as buckets, forks, grapples, and augers. These attachments can be easily swapped out to suit different tasks, making track loaders highly versatile and adaptable to different job site requirements.
The machine is powered by a diesel engine, which provides the necessary power and torque to drive the hydraulic system that operates the attachments and the undercarriage. The tracks, made of heavy-duty rubber or steel, provide superior traction and flotation, allowing the machine to operate on soft, wet, or steep terrain with minimal impact on the ground surface.
Top manufacturers of track loader are JCB, Caterpillar, Bobcat, John Deere and ASV.
Applications
- Excavation.
- Grading.
- Material Handling.
- Landscaping.
- Snow Removal.
- Forestry.
- Agriculture.
Standards and Certifications
- OSHA Regulations
- ANSI Standards
- EPA Regulations
- ISO Standards
- CE Marking
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