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HIRE AND RENTAL NEWS • APRIL/MAY 2015 58
Offering an enhanced operator station with
an integrated digital display, improved
visibility all-around, pressurised cabs, Tier
IV engines and a high-powered hydraulic
system, the R Series radial-lift skid loaders
fall into the large-frame category.
When equipped with optional
counterweights, the rated operating
capacities range from 2,110lbs (957kg) on
the R190 to 2,780lbs (1261kg) on the R260.
Lift heights reach up to 120.5” (3061mm)
on the R190 and 123” (3124mm) on the
R220 and R260. These large-frame loaders
come with emissions compliant Tier IV
Yanmar engines that incorporate DPF
(diesel particulate filter) technology. This
engine technology is environmentally
sound and does not require fuel after-
treatments, such as urea.
These machines also feature maximum
torque ratings from 173ft-lbs (235Nm) on
the R190 to 206ft-lbs (279.3Nm) on the
R260. The R Series skid loaders come
with high-powered auxiliary hydraulics
with excellent flow ratings and precision
controllability. Achieve flow rates from
31.5gpm (119L/min) on the R190 to 35gpm
(132.5L/min) on the R220 and R260 with
the high-flow configuration. Breakout
forces deliver optimal digging and lifting
performance. Faster cycle times further
enhance productivity.
The operator’s compartment features
Next evolution of Gehl large-frame skid loaders
Manitou Australia has released the Gehl R Series Radial-Lift Skid Loaders in Oceania. This
all-new line includes three radial lift skid loader models – the R190, the R220 and the R260.
a new side-folding restraint bar and
armrests with multiple adjustments to
enhance operator comfort and safety.
Joystick and hand/foot control towers are
fully adjustable and the mechanical or
air-ride suspension seat options deliver
outstanding comfort. The skid loader
can be customised with three control
options; T-bar, joystick, and hand/foot.
Pressure-relieving hydraulic couplers make
attachment changes simple and safe.
Excellent service access is achieved on
the R Series models through the extra-
wide rear door and engine hood. Other
features include the manual Quick-a-Tach
or hydraulic Power-a-Tach attachment
systems, HydraGlide ride control and the
According to Toyota, forklift industry
sales results for 2014 show Toyota
Material Handling Australia (TMHA)
retained overall national forklift market
leadership for the sixth consecutive year.
TMHA also said it has a market share
of 35.8% of the internal-combustion
counter-balance forklift market.
The official Australian Industrial Truck
Association (AITA) industry sales results
for 2014 show TMHA delivered in excess
of 4,450 forklifts in 2014.
Extending forklift market leadership
This represents a total market share of
32.4% which the company said reflected
an increase of 3.8% on 2013 figures.
Battery-electric forklifts accounted for
just over half (50.7%) of Toyota forklift
deliveries.
TMHA will release new models this year,
one being a new range of Toyota 8-Series
battery-electric sit down reach trucks.
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Redstar Equipment has introduced a
high-pressure, compressor solution for the
drilling industry and for truck/rig mounting
applications with a capacity of 1200cfm
and an operating pressure of 330psi.
“The drilling industry has been asking for
mechanical rather than electronic engines.
The Cummins mechanical engines
are tried and tested, are covered by
International Cummins warranty and allow
for easy maintenance and repairs in the
field compared to electronic alternatives,"
Amit Bhargava, Product Manager Portable
Energy for Chicago Pneumatic said.
“All regular service points for air, oil and
separator filters are accessible through one
service door.
“The new RCPS 1200-330 high pressure
compressor has been designed to be
compact and low weight to allow for extra
space for boosters and other ancillaries to
be mounted on the same trailer.
“The low height makes it possible for these
compressors to be mounted on drill rigs
with enough clearance for the drill mast
when lowered for transport.
“These compressors are
supplied without integrated
fuel tanks to allow customers
the flexibility to customise
this element. Customers
will save more than 2tonne
in weight, 1m in length and
0.6m in width compared to
the competition,”Amit said.
Features include: the
smallest footprint on the
market making it ideal for
rig/truck mounting, (it saves space); the
lowest weight on the market (reduces
transport costs); and lowest height on the
market (allows for rig integration meaning
the mast can be lowered).
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New drilling air compressors
Redstar's CPS Compressor is a high-pressure, compressor solution for
the drilling industry and for truck/rig mounting applications
Hydraloc safety system.
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The Gehl R Series Radial-Lift Skid Loaders