New Holland Compact Track Loaders
Two New Rubber Track Loaders
from the Construction and Ag Giant
History
The New Holland Construction brand has a venerable history. It dates back to 1895 when the New Holland Machine Co. was founded in Pennsylvania, specializing
in agricultural equipment. The company’s rich heritage in construction and earth moving has become an intricate part of its brand appeal ever since. New Holland has a vast resource of experience and know-how in engineering quality construction equipment today. It introduced vertical lift technology to the skid steer market with its Super Boom series in 1972. The company broke new ground again in 1999 at CONEXPO, when it introduced 53 brand new machines to the North American equipment market.
Today, New Holland Construction is a brand of CNH Global, a leader in construction and agricultural equipment industries. CNH is the third largest manufacturer of construction equipment in the world. New Holland Construction is the world’s second largest manufacturer of skid steers and produces more than 8,000 backhoes worldwide. Now based in Carol Stream, Ill., New Holland Construction sells and services a diverse line of construction equipment through its network of dealers and distributors in more than 160 countries.
Products
Capitalizing on the growing popularity of compact track loaders, New Holland Construction introduced its first two models (the LT185.B and LT190.B Compact Track Loaders) in early 2005. With 2,500- and 2,900-lb rated operating capacity, respectively, both new models feature similar
lift capacity and reach as New Holland’s Super Boom
vertical lift linkage skid steers — the LS185.B and LS190.B. The patented Super Boom vertical linkage system delivers more forward reach at maximum lift height for precise load placement, points out New Holland, making these track loaders great pick and place units.
New Holland compact track loaders can be equipped with two different track belt widths to match your exact needs: 17.7-in. track for maximum flotation and performance on sensitive turf and 15.7-in. track for maximum
traction and minimum machine width. Belts are interchangeable and easy to remove and install on these units, and the rubber track is steel-belted for additional tensile strength and minimal tension adjustments.
Depending on your choice of track belts, the width of these New Holland models will range from 80 to more than 83 in. The wide stance, low center of gravity and added
stability combine with a standard suspension seat to provide a smooth ride, while the rugged, simple undercarriage design provides long life, good traction and a low psi.
The tracks incorporate a New Holland patent-pending undercarriage design. It’s a fixed high-drive undercarriage system that uses similar technology and components as New Holland’s crawler dozers. It features oil-lubricated tapered roller bearings. Overall, it’s a simple design
that helps keep maintenance to a minimum, say company officials.
Both models also deliver extra productivity with a
standard two-speed transmission for travel speeds up to
8 mph. The optional hydraulic mount plate allows the operator to securely attach or remove buckets and
attachments without leaving the seat.
While all of these features are important, good visibility
and easy operation are both essential for ensuring a machine’s productivity. The LT185.B and LT190.B both feature a large rear window and a sloping engine hood that complement the lack of rear frame towers and provide operators with maximum visibility. Operation is made easier thanks to self-neutralizing hand controls, an easy-to-read electronic instrument control (EIC) panel and spring-applied, hydraulic-released (SAHR) brakes.
The simple design of New Holland’s Compact Track Loaders also keeps maintenance to a minimum. On both the LT185.B and LT190.B, all major service points are easily accessible, even with the boom down. Flipping up the seat provides access to hydraulic pumps and drivetrain components.
Advice to Buyers:
“Expect compact track loaders to be priced 50
percent or more than wheeled skid steers,” says Jorge De Hoyos, brand marketing manager with New Holland Construction. “When used for the right application and non-abrasive surface, compact track loaders outperform their wheeled counterparts.
For the contractor conscious about ground disturbance, the compact track loader’s ground pressure is normally 15 to 20 percent of a wheeled model.”
Contact Info:
New Holland Construction
245 E. North Ave.
Carol Stream, IL 60188
Ph: (630) 260-4000
Fax: (630) 260-4304
Web: www.newhollandconstruction.com
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