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| New Kubota utility-class excavator  Kubota Tractor Corporation introduced Kubota KX080-3 utility-class excavator. Designed especially for work environments where space is limited, but additional power, capacity and efficiency are required, this eight-ton, tight-tailswing excavator offers more than 14,000 pounds of breakout force. The quiet Kubota diesel engine has 8,554 pounds of arm crowd force. The auto-idling system helps reduce noise and exhaust emissions. The KX080-3 improves travel by automatically downshifting into low when making turns, moving on soft earth or in extra-heavy-duty-use situations.It also delivers smoother handling through the three-pump, load-sensing hydraulic system, which enables users to perform simultaneous operations, such as dozing and using front attachments, without losing speed. Twin auxiliary-service ports offer a hydraulic-flow rate up to 26 gallons per minute. The KX080-3 has a contoured tight-tailswing design with just a 14.17" rear overhang that breaks new ground by handling a wider range of loads in more restrictive spaces than traditional excavators can handle. It also features extended dumping height and digging-depth range, a swing boom, and larger bucket and dozer-blade capacity. The KX080-3's oil-flow control allows easy adjustment to match the needs of the job or the attachment in use. Operators can store settings to quickly switch from using a tilt bucket to manipulating an auger or thumb, creating another time-saving benefit. Whatever the weather, KX080-3 operators will appreciate the enclosed air-conditioned and heated cab, with an external air vent for fresh air and an easy-open front window. The reclining, high-back, cloth, suspension seat helps reduce operator fatigue with its weight-compensation feature, firm wrist support, and retractable seat belts. Kubota's Intelligent Control System LCD control panel provides a digital display of diagnostic readings and routine maintenance alerts. Beyond showing current working conditions, engine RPM, temperature, and oil levels, the LCD panel's enhanced information system decreases downtime and repair fees, for a total reduction in operating costs. Window-guard hardware located on the KX080-3's outside frame enable easy attachment of a front-window protective cover to safeguard the operator and shield the window glass. Three rear-view mirrors give a wide range of work-site visibility. For additional safety, the rollover-protection structure/falling-object protection structure cab not only provides protection, but also is equipped with an overload alarm that alerts the operator before load capacity has been exceeded. An anti-drop valve on the boom is standard equipment on the KX080-3. In addition, the swivel negative brake and travel negative brake automatically lock in place until the appropriate circuit is operated. The anti-theft system allows only registered keys to crank the engine, with attempts to use other keys disabling the machine and sounding an alarm. Each excavator comes with ready-to-use, pre-registered keys, and an additional programming key for registering additional keys or changing codes. write your comments about the article :: © 2007 Construction News :: home page |