Takeuchi has expanded its TB3000 Series excavators, adding its first short tail swing excavator in the 5-tonne class
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| Taekuchi’s new five-tonne excavator has just 7.5cm of swing at the rear |
The TB350R boasts a rear swing overhang of just 7.5cm, meaning operators can focus on the job at hand and not about rear-swing impacts.
The new machine weighs in at just 4,970kg (canopy) and 5,085 (cab) and is fitted with a 32.4kW (43.4hp) diesel engine that also produces 180.1Nm of torque.
“Takeuchi continues to design and build excavators that are feature rich, delivering a unique combination of performance, durability, operator comfort and serviceability,” Takeuchi director of global sales Clay Eubanks says.
“The new TB350R offers many improvements that demonstrate our commitment to providing customers with advanced technology that helps them be more comfortable and productive.”
A four-pump hydraulic system is another feature of the excavator, delivering smooth control of the boom. Despite its small size, the TB350R is well versed on the jobsite with a bucket breakout force of 37.3kN as well as 54.8kN of traction force and a maximum digging depth of 3.57m.
Takeuchi has redesigned the interior to improve the operator experience with a high-definition, multifunction colour display monitor that is 4.3-inches (10.9cm) for the canopy configuration and a 7-inch (17.8cm) touchscreen in the cab configuration.
A high-back suspension seat with adjustable arm rests makes for a comfortable ride while large foot areas, low-effort pilot controls and radio functions all improve the operator experience. On the cab model, intuitive jog dial means operators can navigate the monitor with ease while integrated air-conditioning is also included.
“When maintenance and service work are fast and easy to perform on a machine, it’s more likely that they’ll be done correctly and at the right intervals,” Eubanks says.
“That’s why we designed the TB350R with a wide-opening rear engine service door and a right-side cover that opens overhead for quick access to key daily inspection points.”
For the European and North American markets, Takeuchi’s Fleet Management (TFM) telematics system comes standard on the TB350R. TFM reduces downtime and controls costs by providing operators with machine data including condition, run time, location and remote diagnostics.
“Since Takeuchi developed the first compact excavator in 1971, we’ve focused on providing products that meet and even exceed the needs of today’s contractors,” Eubanks says.
“We believe the TB350R continues that tradition by delivering serviceability and operator comfort without sacrificing efficiency, value or performance.”