Excavator is Stronger and more Fuel Efficient
Hyundai Construction Equipment Americas’ newest crawler excavator, the
R260LC-9A, offers a certified Interim Tier
4 engine upgrade, improved hydraulics,
increased operator comfort and more durability, according to the company. The
R260LC-9A, part of Hyundai’s new line of
9A series excavators, has an operating
weight of 56,880 lb, a bucket digging force of 38,290 lb/ft and maximum digdepth of more than 22 ft. The 178-hp
Cummins QSB6.7 engine powering the
R260LC-9A features the Cummins Direct
Flow air filter, and the new model carries
other innovations such as variable speed
fan clutch, two-stage auto decel system,
and a new economy mode to conserve
fuel and reduce environmental impact.
Operators can choose between three
engine modes—power, standard and economy—which enable the machine to switch
between full power and reduced fuel consumption according to the user’s preference. Hyundai says it has improved the
structure strength of the 9A series cabs
with stronger, slimmer tubing for optimum
safety and visibility. High-strength steel
forms a more durable upper and lower
frame. In addition, the enlarged cab comes
with a see-through upper skylight; a larger
one-piece right-side glass; safety glass windows on all sides that won’t scratch or
fade; a closeable sunshade; and a reduced
front window seam—features that work
together to improve visibility.
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As featured in Womp 2013 Vol 05 - www.womp-int.com
