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FAST FACTS
• ENGINE • AXLES
197 net horsepower, 6 cylinder, turbocharged, aftercooler Cummins. Standard front and rear torque proportional or optional limited slip differentials. Outboard
mounted wet disc brakes and planetaries.
• HT LOADER DESIGN
Proven heavy duty Z-bar design, with exceptional breakout force. • HYDRAULICS
Dual load sensing variable displacement piston pumps. Single lever hydraulic control.
• TRANSMISSION
Fully automatic ZF ‘Smoothshift’ with smooth modulated shifting. • OPERATORS CAB
ROPS/FOPS, high visibility, electronic monitoring system with LCD Display.

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MAX. ENGINE POWER: 216 hp (161kW)

MAX. OPERATING WEIGHT: 44684 lb (20265kg)

MAX. LOADER CAPACITY: 4.6 yd3 (3.5m3)

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STATIC DIMENSIONS – Standard height arm STATIC DIMENSIONS – Super high lift arm

G G

J F J F

E E

H1 B C D H1 B C D
H A H A

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STATIC DIMENSIONS – Standard height arm STATIC DIMENSIONS – Super high lift arm

ft-in (mm) ft-in (mm)

A Overall length 26-6 (8072) A Overall length 28-4 (8632)
B Axle to pivot pin 5-4 (1622) B Axle to pivot pin 7-2 (2182)
C Wheel base 10-10 (3300) C Wheel base 10-10 (3300)
D Axle to counterweight face 6-6 (1988) D Axle to counterweight face 6-6 (1988)
E Minimum ground clearance 1-6 (450) E Minimum ground clearance 1-6 (450)
F Height over exhaust 10-7 (3220) F Height over exhaust 10-7 (3220)
G Width over cab 4-5 (1357) G Width over cab 4-5 (1357)
H Width over tires 8-10 (2702) H Width over tires 8-10 (2702)
H1 Wheel track 6-10 (2100) H1 Wheel track 6-10 (2100)
J Height over cab 11-1 (3370) J Height over cab 11-1 (3370)
Hinge pin height (maximum) 13-5 (4107) Hinge pin height (maximum) 15-4 (4677)
Overall operating height 18-3 (5571) Overall operating height 20-2 (6140)
Front axle weight lb (kg) 19269 (8739) Front axle weight lb (kg) 21223 (9625)
Rear axle weight lb (kg) 21744 (9861) Rear axle weight lb (kg) 20696 (9386)
Total weight lb (kg) 41013 (18600) Total weight lb (kg) 41919 (19011)
Inside radius 10-5 (3182) Inside radius 10-5 (3182)
Maximum radius 21-6 (6554) Maximum radius 22-2 (6770)
Articulation angle ± 40° Articulation angle ± 40°

*Data based on machine equipped with 4.3yd3 bucket with toe plates and Michelin 23.5 R25 XHA (L3) radial tires. *Data based on machine equipped with 4.3yd3 bucket with toe plates and Michelin 23.5 R25 XHA (L3) radial tires. Hard Working
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LOADER DIMENSIONS – Standard height arm CHANGES TO OPERATING PERFORMANCE AND DIMENSIONS – Standard height arm

Tipping loads Dimensions

Op. weight Straight Full turn Vertical Width
Tire size Manufacturer Type Rating lb (kg) lb (kg) lb (kg) in (mm) in (mm)
N 23.5 - 25 (crossply) Bridgestone 20 Ply L2 -952 (-432) -553 (-251) -542 (-246) -0.08 (-2) 0
23.5 R 25 (radial) Goodyear GP - 2B L2 -141 (-64) -84 (-38) -82 (-37) -0.08 (-2) 0
23.5 R 25 (radial) Goodyear RL - 2 + L2 221 (100) 137 (62) 135 (61) -0.08 (-2) 0
23.5 R 25 (radial) Michelin XTLA L2 -221 (-100) -128 (-58) -126 (-57) -0.08 (-2) 0
M 23.5 - 25 (crossply) Bridgestone 20 Ply L3 -459 (-208) -267 (-121) -260 (-118) 0 0
T 23.5 - 25 (crossply) Firestone 20 Ply L3 -688 (-312) -399 (-181) -390 (-177) 0 0
650 / 65 R25 (radial) Michelin XLD L3 -432 (-196) -249 (-113) -247 (-112) -2.36 (-60) 1.14 (29)
Q 23.5 R25 (radial) Michelin XRD1A L4 564 (256) 348 (158) 342 (155) 1.42 (36) 0
R 23.5 R 25 (radial) Goodyear GP - 4B L4 838 (380) 518 (235) 507 (230) 1.42 (36) 0
23.5 R 25 (radial) Goodyear RL - 5K L5 1552 (704) 959 (435) 937 (425) 1.42 (36) 0
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23.5 R 25 (radial) Michelin XMINED2 L5 1782 (808) 1100 (499) 1076 (488) 1.42 (36) 0

Assumes the fitment of Michelin 23.5R25 XHA (L3) tires.

Bucket mounting Direct Direct Direct Direct Direct Direct Direct Quickhitch Quickhitch Quickhitch Quickhitch Quickhitch Quickhitch
Bucket type General Purpose General Purpose Penetration General Purpose General Purpose General Purpose General Purpose General Purpose General Purpose General Purpose General Purpose General Purpose General Purpose
Bucket equipment Tipped teeth Tipped teeth Tipped teeth Reversible toeplate Reversible toeplate Tipped teeth & Tipped teeth & Tipped teeth Tipped teeth Reversible toeplate Reversible toeplate Tipped teeth & Tipped teeth &
toeplate segments toeplate segments toeplate segments toeplate segments
Bucket capacity (SAE heaped) yd3 (m3) 4.1 (3.1) 4.3 (3.3) 4.1 (3.1) 4.3 (3.3) 4.6 (3.5) 4.3 (3.3) 4.6 (3.5) 4.1 (3.1) 4.3 (3.3) 4.3 (3.3) 4.6 (3.5) 4.3 (3.3) 4.6 (3.5)
Bucket capacity (struck) yd3 (m3) 3.651 (2.791) 3.912 (2.991) 3.651 (2.791) 3.836 (2.933) 4.103 (3.137) 3.836 (2.933) 4.103 (3.137) 3.266 (2.497) 3.515 (2.687) 3.464 (2.648) 3.720 (2.844) 3.464 (2.648) 3.720 (2.844)
Bucket width ft-in (mm) 9-4 (2837) 9-4 (2837) 9-3 (2811) 9-2 (2800) 9-2 (2800) 9-2 (2800) 9-2 (2800) 9-4 (2837) 9-4 (2837) 9-4 (2837) 9-4 (2837) 9-4 (2837) 9-4 (2837)
Bucket weight with wearparts lb (kg) 3532 (1602) 3627 (1645) 3554 (1612) 3797 (1722) 3892 (1765) 3797 (1722) 3892 (1765) 3043 (1380) 3122 (1416) 3296 (1495) 3376 (1531) 3296 (1495) 3376 (1531)
Maximum material density lb/yd3 (kg/m3) 3283 (1947) 3062 (1816) 3278 (1944) 3055 (1812) 2858 (1695) 3055 (1812) 2858 (1695) 2981 (1768) 2780 (1649) 2773 (1645) 2595 (1539) 2773 (1645) 2595 (1539)
Tipping load straight lb (kg) 31911 (14472) 31692 (14373) 31864 (14451) 31642 (14350) 31423 (14251) 31642 (14350) 31423 (14251) 29071 (13184) 30658 (13094) 28826 (13073) 28628 (12983) 28826 (13073) 28628 (12983)
Tipping load full turn lb (kg) 26621 (12073) 26425 (11984) 26577 (12053) 26361 (11955) 26162 (11865) 26361 (11955) 26162 (11865) 24171 (10962) 23993 (10881) 23935 (10855) 23754 (10773) 23935 (10855) 23754 (10773)
Payload lb (kg) 13312 (6037) 13212 (5992) 13290 (6027) 13181 (5978) 13082 (5933) 13181 (5978) 13082 (5933) 12088 (5482) 11997 (5441) 11969 (5248) 11878 (5387) 11969 (5428) 11878 (5387)
Maximum break out force lbf (kN) 38666 (172) 37092 (165) 38666 (172) 36193 (161) 34619 (154) 36193 (161) 34619 (154) 34394 (153) 33046 (147) 32146 (143) 30798 (137) 32146 (143) 30798 (137)
M Dump angle maximum degrees 45° 45° 45° 45° 45° 45° 45° 45° 45° 45° 45° 45° 45°
N Roll back angle at full height degrees 67° 67° 67° 67° 67° 67° 67° 67° 67° 67° 67° 67° 67°
O Roll back at carry degrees 45° 45° 45° 45° 45° 45° 45° 45° 45° 45° 45° 45° 45°
P Roll back at ground level degrees 39° 39° 39° 39° 39° 39° 39° 39° 39° 39° 39° 39° 39°
Q Load over height ft-in (mm) 12-6 (3822) 12-6 (3822) 12-3 (3856) 12-6 (3831) 12-6 (3831) 12-6 (3822) 12-6 (3822) 12-6 (3822) 12-2 (3702) 12-6 (3831) 12-2 (3711) 12-6 (3822) 12-2 (3702)
R Dump height (45° dump) ft-in (mm) 9-0 (2760) 8-11 (2718) 9-1 (2784) 9-6 (2887) 9-4 (2845) 9-0 (2760) 8-11 (2718) 8-8 (2640) 8-6 (2578) 9-1 (2767) 8-11 (2725) 8-8 (2640) 8-6 (2578)
S Dig depth ft-in (mm) 0-2 (56) 0-2 (56) 0-2 (56) 0-4 (91) 0-4 (91) 0-4 (91) 0-4 (91) 0-2 (56) 0-2 (56) 0-4 (91) 0-4 (91) 0-4 (91) 0-4 (91)
T Reach at dump height ft-in (mm) 3-10 (1187) 3-9 (1141) 4-0 (1213) 3-7 (1085) 3-5 (1039) 3-10 (1187) 3-9 (1141) 4-3 (1307) 4-2 (1261) 3-11 (1205) 3-10 (1159) 4-3 (1307) 4-2 (1261)
Reach maximum (45° dump) ft-in (mm) 7-0 (2146) 7-2 (2188) 7-1 (2170) 6-8 (2032) 6-10 (2074) 7-0 (2146) 7-2 (2188) 7-5 (2266) 7-7 (2308) 7-1 (2152) 7-2 (2194) 7-5 (2266) 7-7 (2308)
Operating weight lb (kg) 40909 (18553) 41017 (18602) 40931 (18563) 41174 (18673) 41282 (18722) 41174 (18673) 41282 (18722) 41732 (18877) 41732 (18926) 41888 (18997) 41996 (19046) 41888 (18997) 41996 (19046)
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Tipping loads Dimensions

N Op. weight Straight Full turn Vertical Width
Tire size Manufacturer Type Rating lb (kg) lb (kg) lb (kg) in (mm) in (mm)
23.5 - 25 (crossply) Bridgestone 20 Ply L2 -952 (-432) -436 (-198) -428 (-194) -0.08 (-2) 0
23.5 R 25 (radial) Goodyear GP - 2B L2 -141 (-64) -66 (-30) -64 (-29) -0.08 (-2) 0
23.5 R 25 (radial) Goodyear RL - 2 + L2 221 (100) 108 (49) 106 (48) -0.08 (-2) 0
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23.5 R 25 (radial) Michelin XTLA L2 -221 (-100) -101 (-46) -99 (-45) -0.08 (-2) 0
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23.5 - 25 (crossply) Bridgestone 20 Ply L3 -459 (-208) -212 (-96) -205 (-93) 0 0
23.5 - 25 (crossply) Firestone 20 Ply L3 -688 (-312) -315 (-143) -309 (-140) 0 0
Q 650 / 65 R25 (radial) Michelin XLD L3 -432 (-196) -196 (-89) -194 (-88) -2.36 (-60) 1.14 (29)
R 23.5 R25 (radial) Michelin XRD1A L4 564 (256) 276 (125) 269 (122) 1.42 (36) 0
23.5 R 25 (radial) Goodyear GP - 4B L4 838 (380) 410 (186) 401 (182) 1.42 (36) 0
O 23.5 R 25 (radial) Goodyear RL - 5K L5 1552 (704) 759 (344) 741 (336) 1.42 (36) 0

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23.5 R 25 (radial) Michelin XMINED2 L5 1782 (808) 869 (394) 851 (386) 1.42 (36) 0

Assumes the fitment of Michelin 23.5R25 XHA (L3) tires.

Bucket mounting Direct Direct Direct Direct Direct Direct Direct Quickhitch Quickhitch Quickhitch Quickhitch Quickhitch Quickhitch
Bucket type General Purpose General Purpose General Purpose General Purpose General Purpose General Purpose General Purpose General Purpose General Purpose General Purpose General Purpose General Purpose General Purpose
Bucket equipment Tipped teeth Tipped teeth Tipped teeth Reversible toeplate Reversible toeplate Tipped teeth & Tipped teeth & Tipped teeth Tipped teeth Reversible toeplate Reversible toeplate Tipped teeth & Tipped teeth &
toeplate segments toeplate segments toeplate segments toeplate segments
Bucket capacity (SAE heaped) yd3 (m3) 3.7 (2.8) 4.1 (3.1) 4.3 (3.3) 4.3 (3.3) 4.6 (3.5) 4.3 (3.3) 4.6 (3.5) 4.1 (3.1) 4.3 (3.3) 4.3 (3.3) 4.6 (3.5) 4.3 (3.3) 4.6 (3.5)
Bucket capacity (struck) yd3 (m3) 3.266 (2.497) 3.651 (2.791) 3.912 (2.991) 3.836 (2.933) 4.103 (3.137) 3.836 (2.933) 4.103 (3.137) 3.266 (2.497) 3.515 (2.687) 3.464 (2.648) 3.720 (2.844) 3.464 (2.648) 3.720 (2.844)
Bucket width ft-in (mm) 9-4 (2837) 9-4 (2837) 9-4 (2837) 9-2 (2800) 9-2 (2800) 9-2 (2800) 9-2 (2800) 9-4 (2837) 9-4 (2837) 9-4 (2837) 9-4 (2837) 9-4 (2837) 9-4 (2837)
Bucket weight with wearparts lb (kg) 3371 (1529) 3532 (1602) 3627 (1645) 3797 (1722) 3892 (1765) 3797 (1722) 3892 (1765) 3043 (1380) 3122 (1416) 3296 (1495) 3376 (1531) 3296 (1495) 3376 (1531)
Maximum material density lb/yd3 (kg/m3) 2662 (1579) 2448 (1452) 2285 (1355) 2279 (1352) 2131 (1264) 2279 (1352) 2131 (1264) 2242 (1330) 2092 (1241) 2087 (1238) 1952 (1158) 2087 (1238) 1952 (1158)
Tipping load straight lb (kg) 24116 (10937) 23997 (10883) 23832 (10808) 23794 (10791) 23631 (10717) 23794 (10791) 23631 (10717) 22076 (10012) 21924 (9943) 21891 (9928) 21741 (9860) 21891 (9928) 21741 (9860)
Tipping load full turn lb (kg) 19955 (9050) 19858 (9006) 19713 (8940) 19664 (8918) 19516 (8851) 19664 (8918) 19516 (8851) 18189 (8249) 18057 (8189) 18013 (8169) 17878 (8108) 18013 (8169) 17878 (8108)
Payload lb (kg) 9978 (4525) 9929 (4503) 9856 (4470) 9832 (4459) 9759 (4426) 9832 (4459) 9759 (4426) 9096 (4125) 9029 (4095) 9007 (4085) 8939 (4054) 9007 (4085) 8939 (4054)
Maximum break out force lbf (kN) 36867 (164) 33945 (151) 32596 (145) 31922 (142) 30573 (136) 31922 (142) 30573 (136) 30123 (134) 28999 (129) 28325 (126) 27201 (121) 28325 (126) 27201 (121)
M Dump angle maximum degrees 45° 45° 45° 45° 45° 45° 45° 45° 45° 45° 45° 45° 45°
N Roll back angle at full height degrees 53° 53° 53° 53° 53° 53° 53° 53° 53° 53° 53° 53° 53°
O Roll back at carry degrees 52° 52° 52° 52° 52° 52° 52° 52° 52° 52° 52° 52° 52°
P Roll back at ground level degrees 44° 44° 44° 44° 44° 44° 44° 44° 44° 44° 44° 44° 44°
Q Load over height ft-in (mm) 14-5 (4393) 14-5 (4393) 14-5 (4393) 14-5 (4402) 14-5 (4402) 14-5 (4393) 14-5 (4393) 14-5 (4393) 14-0 (4273) 14-5 (4402) 14-1 (4282) 14-5 (4393) 14-0 (4273)
R Dump height (45° dump) ft-in (mm) 11-2 (3395) 10-11 (3331) 10-9 (3289) 11-4 (3458) 11-2 (3416) 10-11 (3331) 10-9 (3289) 10-6 (3211) 10-4 (3149) 10-11 (3338) 10-10 (3296) 10-6 (3211) 10-4 (3149)
S Dig depth ft-in (mm) 0-2 (56) 0-2 (56) 0-2 (56) 0-4 (91) 0-4 (91) 0-4 (91) 0-4 (91) 0-2 (56) 0-2 (56) 0-4 (91) 0-4 (91) 0-4 (91) 0-4 (91)
T Reach at dump height ft-in (mm) 3-8 (1105) 4-2 (1265) 4-0 (1219) 3-10 (1162) 3-8 (1117) 4-2 (1265) 4-0 (1219) 4-7 (1385) 4-5 (1339) 4-3 (1283) 4-1 (1237) 4-7 (1385) 4-5 (1339)
Reach maximum (45° dump) ft-in (mm) 8-5 (2559) 8-7 (2623) 8-9 (2665) 8-3 (2509) 8-4 (2551) 8-7 (2623) 8-9 (2665) 9-0 (2743) 9-2 (2785) 8-8 (2629) 8-9 (2617) 9-0 (2743) 9-2 (2785)
Operating weight lb (kg) 41655 (18891) 41816 (18964) 41924 (19013) 42080 (19084) 42188 (19133) 42080 (19084) 42188 (19133) 42530 (19288) 42638 (19337) 42795 (19408) 42903 (19457) 42795 (19408) 42903 (19457)
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LOADER AXLES

Heavy duty three cylinder-Z bar geometry provides high breakout forces with excellent loading characteristics. The pin, Type Epicyclic hub reduction
bushing and seal design, on all pivot points provides extended maintenance intervals. Make & model Graziano PR24 front / PR15 rear
Overall axle ratio 23.538 : 1
Rear axle oscillation 25°
Front and rear torque proportional differential.
ENGINE

6-cylinder wastegated turbo-charged, liquid cooled, direct injection diesel. Air-to-air charge-air cooling ensures low
emissions and “clean-burn” combustion chamber provides minimum fuel consumption. A remote sump oil drain facility STEERING
simplifies servicing.
Priority steering hydraulic system with ground driven emergency steering pump. Piston pump meters flow through steer
Type 4 stroke direct injection valve @ 2871 lb/in2 (198 bar) to provide smooth low effort response. Steering angle ± 40°. Steer cylinders located high
Make & model Cummins 6CT 8.3C in the chassis fabrication to provide protection from damage. Adjustable steering column.
Capacity in3 (liters) 504.5 (8.3)

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Stroke in (mm) 5.32 (135)
Aspiration Turbo charged BRAKES
Cylinders 6
Max gross power to SAE J1995/ISO 14396 hp (kW) @ 2000rpm 216 (161) Hydraulic power braking on all wheels, operating pressure 1160psi (80 bar). Dual circuit with accumulator back-up
Rated gross power to SAE J1995/ISO 14396 hp (kW) @ 2200rpm 205 (153) provide maximum safety under all conditions. In board mounted, oil immersed, multi-plate disk brakes with organic brake
linings are environmentally acceptable. Parking brake, electro-hydraulic disc type operating on transmission output shaft,
Net power to SAE J1349/EEC 80/1269 hp (kW) @ 2200rpm 197 (147)
spring applied, hydraulically released.
Max torque lbf.ft (Nm) @ 1400rpm 733 (994)

Emissions:-
Relevant standards EUNR MM Stage 2 USA CFR Part 89
(Complies with EU/EPA “Off Highway” Construction Equipment Regulation Tier 2).

TRANSMISSION

4 wheel drive, automatic smooth shift countershaft transmission electrically operated selector and gear change incorporating
a speed inhibitor and modulation for smooth, responsive on-the-move direction and ratio changes. Single stage integral
torque converter. 4 forward and 3 reverse gears.

Type Smooth shift powershift

Make & model ZF 4WG 210
Torque converter stall ratio 2.813 : 1
1st gear mph (kph) 4.3 (6.9)
2nd gear mph (kph) 7.7 (12.3)
3rd gear mph (kph) 15.3 (24.4)
4th gear (forward only) mph (kph) 23.4 (37.4)

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TIRES ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

A variety of tire options are available including: 24 volt negative ground system, 70 Amp alternator with 2 x 126 Amp hour low maintenance batteries. Isolator located
23.5 x 25 x 20 ply (L2). 23.5R25 RL-2+ (L2). 23.5 x 25 x 20 ply (L3). 23.5R25 XTLA (L2). 23.5R25 GP2B (L2). under the cab entry top step. Ignition key start/stop and pre-heat cold start. Primary fuse box. Other electrical equipment
23.5R25 VUT (L2). 650/65 R25 XLD (L3). 23.5R25 XHA (L3). 23.5R25 VMT (L3). 23.5R25 XRD1A (L4). includes quartz halogen, twin filament working lights, front/rear wash/wipe, heated rear screen, full road going lights,
23.5R25 XMINED2 (L5). clock, gauge and warning light monitoring. Connectors to IP67 standard.

System voltage Volt 24

Alternator output Amp hour 70
LOADER HYDRAULICS Battery capacity Amp hour 2 x 126

Variable displacement piston pump feed a “load sensing” system providing a fuel efficient and responsive distribution of power
as required. Main services are servo actuated from a single lever (joystick) loader control. Auxiliary circuit controlled via
additional lever or optional joystick mounted electrical buttons. Accumulator back-up is available to control loader in the event
of loss of pump pressure. CAB
Pump type Twin variable displacement piston pump Resiliently mounted ROPS/FOPS structure (tested in accordance with ISO 3471-1 : 1986 / ISO 3449 : 1984). Deluxe

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Pump 1 max. pressure lb/in2 (bar) 3625 (250) levels. Entry/exit is via large rear hinged door and anti - slip steps. Excellent forward visibility is provided by a 3 section
curved, laminated windshield and low waistline. Extensive instrumentation includes electronic monitoring panel and
Pump 2 max. flow gal/min (l/min) 43 (163)
display (EMS). Heating / ventilation provides balanced and filtered air distribution throughout the cab via a powerful 11 kW
Pump 2 max. pressure lb/in2 (bar) 2320 (160)
capacity heater. The unitary construction allows easy sealing and prevents ingress of dust. A transmission lock on the
Hydraulic cycle times at full engine revs seconds selector prevents inadvertent engagement and the loader controls can be isolated for safe road travel. Noise level
Arms raise (full bucket) 5.8 measured in accordance with 86/662/EEC, amendment 95/27/EC
Bucket dump (full bucket) 1.2 Interior pressure level : 71 Lp (A)
Arms lower (empty bucket) 4.1 Exterior power level : 109 Lw (A)

Total cycle 11.1

Cyliner dimensions Bore Rod Closed centers Stroke

Bucket cylinder x1 in (mm) 7.1 (180) 3.5 (90) 44.1 (1120) 20.9 (530)
Lift cylinder x2 in (mm) 6.3 (160) 3.1 (80) 50.8 (1290) 29.3 (744)
Steer cylinder x2 in (mm) 3.5 (90) 2.0 (50) 24.4 (621) 12.3 (312)

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ATTACHMENTS STANDARD EQUIPMENT

An extensive range of attachments are available to fit directly or via the JCB quickhitch mounting. Loader: Bucket reset mechanism, loader arm kickout mechanism, loader control isolator, single lever servo control, high
breakout forces with excellent loading characteristics.
Engine: Air cleaner 2 stage dry type – cyclonic with primary and safety elements, stainless steel silencer and exhaust
stack, sedimenter, twin bowl fuel filters, alternator and air conditioning compressor drive belt guards, isolated cooling
package with hydraulically driven cooling fan.
Transmission: Single lever shift control, speed inhibitor, neutral start, disconnect on footbrake and loader lever,
disconnect isolator switch, direction changes and kickdown on gear selector and loader control lever.
SERVICE FILL CAPACITIES Axles: Epicyclic wheel hub reduction, fixed front, oscillating rear.
Brakes: Multi-plate wet disc brakes, organic linings, dual circuit hydraulic power. Parking disc brake on transmission output
gal (liters) shaft.
Hydraulic system 56.8 (215) Hydraulics: Twin piston pumps with priority steer, emergency steer back-up, 2 spool loader circuit with accumulator
Fuel tank 97.7 (370) support, 3rd spool auxiliary hydraulic circuit as standard.
Steering: Adjustable steering column, “soft feel” steering wheel 5 turns lock to lock, resilient stops on max lock.
Engine oil sump 5.0 (18.9)
Cab: ROPS/FOPS safety structure, cigar lighter, ashtray, interior reading light, center mounted master warning light.
Transmission oil system 9.0 (34) Electronic monitoring panel with LCD message display. Two speed intermittent front windshield wiper, single speed rear

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Axle oil (rear) 13.4 (51) visor, sun blind, internal rear view mirror, heated external mirrors, adjustable suspension seat with belt and headrest,
Engine coolant system 10.6 (40) operator storage facilities, laminated windshield, heated rear window, loader control isolator, horn, fire extinguisher.
Electrical: Road lights front and rear, parking lights, front and rear working lights, reverse alarm and light, rear fog light,
battery isolator, radio wiring and speakers, 70 amp alternator, rotating beacon.
Bodywork: Front and rear fenders, side and rear access panels, flexible bottom step, full width rear counterweight,
recovery hitch, lifting lugs.

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Air conditioning, limited slip differentials front/rear axles, oil bath air cleaner, turbo 2 pre-cleaner, visibowl pre-cleaner,
tooth guard, replaceable bucket wearparts, sealed alternator, 100 amp alternator, epoxy coated radiator/coolers,
automatically reversing cooling fan, stainless steel brake pipes, smooth ride system (SRS), hydraulic quickhitch, full rear
fenders, reversing camera (colour), additional cab mounted front and rear work lights, auto greasing system, auxiliary
control buttons on joystick, spark arrestor, 24V to 12V in cab converter, cab screen guards, air suspension seat, front
chassis apron mat.

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JCB WHEEL LOADER | 456 ZX

JCB WHEEL LOADER

LOADER DIMENSIONS – FORK FRAME WITH FORKS
F
Assumes the fitment of Michelin 23.5R25 XHA (L3) tires Standard arm High lift arm
Fork carriage width ft-in (mm) 4-11 (1500) 4-11 (1500)
Length of tines ft-in (mm) 4-0 (1220) 4-0 (1220)
A Reach at ground level ft-in (mm) 3-7 (1084) 5-5 (1644)
B Reach at arms horizontal ft-in (mm) 5-7 (1695) 7-2 (2172)
C Below ground level ft-in (mm) 0-1 (16) 0-1 (16)
D Arms, horizontal height ft-in (mm) 6-6 (1975) 6-6 (1975)
E E Arms, maximum height ft-in (mm) 13-1 (3997) 15-0 (4567)
F Reach at maximum height ft-in (mm) 2-5 (735) 2-8 (813)
Payload* lb (kg) 16399 (7437) 12233 (5548)
D Tipping load straight lb (kg) 24570 (11143) 18478 (8380)
Tipping load full turn (40°) lb (kg) 20498 (9296) 15292 (6935)
Attachment weight lb (kg) 1301 (590) 1301 (590)

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*At the centre-of-gravity distance 2ft-0in (600mm). Based on 80% of full turn tipping load as defined by ISO 8313.

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A Manual fork spacings at 2in (50mm) increments. Class 4A Fork section 6in x 2.4in (150mm x 60mm).
C
B
BUCKET SELECTOR

Loose density Fill factor

Material kg/m3 lb/yd3 %
3.5 4.6
Snow (fresh) 200 337 110

Bucket capacity (yd3)

Bucket capacity (m3)

3.3 4.3 Peat (dry) 400 674 100

Sugar beet 530 894 100
3.1 4.1 Coke (loose) 570 961 85
Barley 600 1012 85
3.0 3.9
Petroleum coke 680 1146 85
2.8 3.7 Wheat 730 1231 85
Coal bitumous 765 1290 100
Fertilizer (mixed) 1030 1737 85
1200 1500 1800 2100 2400 2700 3000 3300 Coal anthracite 1046 1764 100
Material density (lb/yd3) Earth (dry) (loose) 1150 1939 100
Nitrate fertilizer 1250 2180 85
100% Sodium chloride (dry) (salt) 1300 2192 85
Cement Portland 1440 2428 100
Limestone (crushed) 1530 2580 100
115% 95% Sand (dry) 1550 2613 100
Bucket fill factors
Asphalt 1600 2698 100
Gravel (dry) 1650 2782 85
Clay (wet) 1680 2832 110
JCB Inc, PO Box 18306, Savannah, GA 31418. Sand (wet) 1890 3187 110
Tel: (912) 447-2000. Fax: (912) 447-2299. www.jcb.com Fire clay 2080 3507 100
Copper (concentrate) 2300 3878 85
JCB reserves the right to change specifications without notice. Illustrations shown may include optional
Slate 2800 4721 100
equipment and accessories. The JCB logo is a registered trademark of J C Bamford Excavators Ltd. Hard Working
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