950g vs Volvo_komatsu Wa380

Caterpillar® Product Information

Bid Specifications October 2000

Cat® 950G vs. Volvo L120D Komatsu WA380-3 Kawasaki 80ZIV-2 John Deere 644H Case 821C

For Dealer Sales Personnel

Conditions Units offered under this advertisement shall be new standard production models of the latest design in current production. Materials shall be of good commercial quality for the intended service, and shall be produced by use of current manufacturing processes. Material shall be treated to resist rust, corrosion, and wear as needed. The design of the mechanical member shall be such that the stress imposed through normal shock loads at maximum engine torque shall not cause rupture, permanent deformation, or undue wear on any member. The bidder shall satisfy the purchasing official that he maintains a store or branch within ____ miles of the working location of the machine offered. This facility must be staffed with qualified servicemen and have provisions for storing a representative supply of parts for the machine offered, as well as provisions for securing parts from the manufacturer within a reasonable length of time. Bidders must submit with their bid the latest printed specifications and advertising literature on the units they propose to furnish. Bidder shall supply one (1) parts book, one (1) service and repair manual, and one (1) operator’s manual with each unit. Bidder shall be prepared to give a complete demonstration of the merits of the machines offered as directed by the purchaser. The machines so demonstrated shall be complete as offered by the bidder for this bid. The bidder shall list on a separate sheet of paper any variations from, or exceptions to, the conditions and specifications of this bid. This sheet shall be labeled “Exception(s) to Bid Conditions and Specifications,” and shall be attached to the bid. The price or prices quoted shall include transportation charges fully prepaid to (address of destination). Purchaser desires delivery to be completed within ___ days of award. Bidder certifies delivery will be completed ____ days from date of award. Awards will be made based on the best value offered. Clauses requiring specific guarantees to cover parts delivery, total repairs, and resale value may be included. The quality of the articles to be supplied, their conformity with the specifications, their suitability to requirements, delivery terms, and guarantee clauses shall be taken into consideration. The purchaser reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to waive any informality in bids, to accept in whole or part such bid(s), as may be deemed in the best interest of the purchaser. If you would like copies of the machine specification brochures from the manufacturers used in this guide, contact: Dataquest K III Directory Corp., Machinery Information Division 1735 Technology Dr. Suite 410 San Jose, CA 95110 Phone: 1-800-669-3282

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Volvo L120D

Komatsu WA380-3

Kawasaki 80ZIV-2

John Deere 644H

Case 821C

Machine basic operating weight shall not be less than 17 752 kg (39,140 lb). Comparably equipped weight includes lubricants, coolant, full fuel tank, operator, material handling (MH) or light material bucket* with bolt-on cutting edge, 23.5-R25, L3 tires and ROPS cab.

O

O

X

X

X

Machine shall be equipped with the following: – minimum 3.5 m3 (4.5 yd3) material handling or light material bucket – Bolt-on cutting edge or – Bucket cutting edge segments with eight bolt-on teeth (incl. corner teeth) – 23.5-R25, L3 traction-type tires – Four front and two rear working lights, two rear stop and tail lights – Front and rear fenders – Back-up alarm Equipped operating weight shall not be less than _______________.

O

X

X

X

X

Machine shall be equipped with only the standard counterweight that shall not exceed 1135 kg (2,502 lb).

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1. GENERAL MACHINE CONFIGURATION This machine shall be a new, currently advertised standard production wheel loader.

X

*The machine’s bucket selection for this bid spec is based on the SAE recommendation that a machine’s material payload should not exceed 50 percent of the full turn static tipping load (FTSTL). Material weight chosen for this bid spec was 1540 kg/LCM (2,600 lb/LCY). Bucket selected for the following comparison is the largest material handling or light material bucket* available without a quick coupler from manufacturer’s spec sheets that does not exceed the FTSTL. Komatsu and Case do not list a MH bucket; comparison is based on largest GP bucket.

Specifications: Machine shall be the standard arrangement of the latest design in current production.

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– Machine does not meet feature requirements – Information not available – Optional equipment needed to meet feature requirements

X

Breakout force shall be measured 101.6 mm (4 in) behind tip of MH or light material bucket cutting edge in accordance with SAE J732C. It shall not be less than 141.9 kN (31,910 lb).

X

Dump clearance at full lift and 45 degree discharge shall be a minimum of 2810 mm (9 ft 3 in) when largest MH or light material bucket is equipped with bolt-on cutting edge.

X

X

Case 821C

John Deere 644H

Kawasaki 80ZIV-2

Komatsu WA380-3

Volvo L120D 2. GENERAL OPERATING SPECIFICATIONS AND DIMENSIONS Full turn static tipping load shall be at least 10 820 kg (23,850 lb). Machine shall be equipped with ROPS cab and material handling or light material bucket with bolt-on cutting edge; without optional counterweight or tire ballast.

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X

X

Reach at full lift and 45 degree discharge shall be a minimum of 1210 mm (4 ft 0 in) when largest MH or light material bucket is equipped with bolt-on cutting edge and used without a quick coupler.

X

Bucket shall have a minimum width of 2930 mm (9 ft 7 in) when bucket is equipped with bolt-on cutting edge for good tire coverage.

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X

X

X

Machine width over tires shall not be less than 2890 mm (9 ft 6 in) for excellent side-to-side stability.

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X

X

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X

Machine wheelbase, measured between the center point of each axle, shall not be less than 3350 mm (11 ft 0 in) for excellent weight distribution and stability.

X

X

X

X

X

Minimum bucket rack-back angle shall be at least 45 degrees in carry position.

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Overall machine length with level bucket on ground shall be no more than 8060 mm (26 ft 5 in) when bucket is equipped with bolt-on cutting edge.

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X

Machine ground clearance shall not be less than 400 mm (16 in).

X

Fuel tank capacity shall not be less than 295 L (78 U.S. Gal).

Specifications: Machine shall be the standard arrangement of the latest design in current production.

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– Machine does not meet feature requirements – Information not available – Optional equipment needed to meet feature requirements

Case 821C

John Deere 644H

Kawasaki 80ZIV-2

Komatsu WA380-3

Volvo L120D 3. ENGINE Engine shall be designed and built by the machine manufacturer.

X

Engine shall be fully equipped, six cylinder, four stroke diesel type with all necessary operating accessories. Engine shall have individual injection pumps and valves. Engine must currently meet EU, U.S. EPA and Japan MOC exhaust emissions requirements. Engine shall have a total displacement of not less than 7.2 liter (439 in3). Engine shall develop: – at least 134 kW (180 flywheel hp) at no more than 2,200 rpm; – at least 147 kW (197 maximum flywheel hp) at no more than 1,900 rpm. Standard engine equipment for rating shall include fan, air cleaner, water pump, lubrication oil pump, fuel pump, muffler and alternator. – at least 932 N•m (687 lb-ft) maximum net torque at no less than 1,400 rpm.

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O

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Engine shall be turbocharged and maintain full rated horsepower to a minimum of 2300 m (7,500 ft) altitude. Engine air cleaner shall be dual element dry-type with a service indicator. The air intake system shall include a pre-cleaner. Machine shall be equipped with 24 V electric system for starting and operating, with a minimum 70 amp alternator.

O

An electrical disconnect switch shall be standard. Radiator core shall be repairable/replaceable in sections rather than as a complete unit.

X

X

X

X

X

Engine shall be enclosed in a one-piece tilting hood that allows complete and unrestricted access to the engine and related components.

X

X

X

X

X

Specifications: Machine shall be the standard arrangement of the latest design in current production.

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X

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O

– Machine does not meet feature requirements – Information not available – Optional equipment needed to meet feature requirements

John Deere 644H

Case 821C

X

Kawasaki 80ZIV-2

Komatsu WA380-3

Volvo L120D 4. TRANSMISSION/POWER TRAIN Transmission and other major power train components, such as the axles, shall be designed and manufactured by the equipment manufacturer.

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X

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Automatic transmission shall be of planetary powershift design.

X

Transmission shall be capable of making speed and direction changes at full speed without engine deceleration.

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X

X

Transmission shall automatically select gears above first. The operator shall be able to select the highest gear to which the transmission will automatically shift.

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X

X

Machine shall have a transmission gear kick-down button capable of making fourth to third, third to second and second to first gear shifts in automatic mode.

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X

X

Transmission shall be electronically controlled for smooth clutch modulation.

Both speed and direction changes shall be actuated by a single control lever mounted on the steering column.

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X

Transmission shall offer full manual shifting for first, second, third and fourth gear. Machine shall have a transmission sight gauge showing transmission fluid level.

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X

X

Machine shall have four speeds forward and four speeds reverse. Machine shall be capable of traveling a minimum of 37 km/h (23 mph) in fourth gear forward, and 40.5 km/h (25.3 mph) in fourth gear reverse.

X

Power train shall use a vertically mounted filter to minimize oil spillage during filter change.

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A single-stage, single-phase torque converter shall be standard.

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X

X

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X

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Final drives shall be of planetary design.

Specifications: Machine shall be the standard arrangement of the latest design in current production.

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– Machine does not meet feature requirements – Information not available – Optional equipment needed to meet feature requirements

X

Case 821C

John Deere 644H

X

Rear axle shall not have less than 26 degrees total oscillation. 5. BRAKES Machine shall have oil multiple disc-type, adjustment-free service brakes which are inboard mounted and sealed from water, mud and dust.

Kawasaki 80ZIV-2

Komatsu WA380-3

Volvo L120D Machine shall not be equipped with a hydraulic differential lock or torque proportioning differential that can cause more damage to the axle than a limited slip or no-spin differential.

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Machine shall have two brake pedals. Activation switch allows left brake pedal to switch between a brake/neutralizer or brake only function. Machine shall have audible alarm and warning light to alert the operator if the service brake actuating pressure drops below a safe operating level. If service brake actuating pressure drops below a safe operating level, the secondary brake shall be applied automatically. Service brakes shall have a brake wear indicator with an external port that allows brake disc wear measurement without disassembling the axle.

X

Service brake actuation shall be of independent front and rear hydraulic circuits providing effective braking in the event of partial system malfunction.

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Brakes shall meet current regulations for MSHA and OSHA including primary, secondary and parking brake requirements.

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6. STEERING Machine shall have center-point articulation with an articulation angle of at least 40 degrees. Machine shall use steering neutralizer valves to prevent front and rear frame contact. Machine shall have full hydraulic load sensing steering circuit.

Specifications: Machine shall be the standard arrangement of the latest design in current production.

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– Machine does not meet feature requirements – Information not available – Optional equipment needed to meet feature requirements

Kawasaki 80ZIV-2

John Deere 644H

Case 821C

Loader lift arm side plates shall be connected with a single-piece cast steel cross member to efficiently transfer load stresses to the side plates.

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X

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Loader bucket tilt lever shall be of a cast design for durability and strength.

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X

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Machine front frame shall utilize vertical plates perpendicular to the axle housing and differential, acting as a cross member to absorb loads and distribute stress away from the front axle.

X

X

X

Komatsu WA380-3

X

Volvo L120D Loader lift arms shall each be constructed of one solid plate to provide good strength.

Machine turning radius shall not exceed 6730 mm (22 ft 1 in) as measured at the outside tip of the manufacturer’s largest MH or light material bucket with bolt-on cutting edge.

X

7. BUCKET Loader bucket shall include an integral spill plate and bolt-on bottom wear plates. 8. FRONT AND REAR FRAMES/STRUCTURES Loader linkage shall be Z-bar type for high breakout force.

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X

X

Rear frame shall be of modular design to absorb shock loads and resist twisting and bending.

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Machine shall be equipped with a rear towing and retrieval connection.

O

Articulation joint shall have a single mechanical locking device to prevent frame articulation while servicing or transporting machine. Machine shall have lifting/tie down eyes for transportation. Machine shall be equipped with outside toolbox for easy accessibility.

Specifications: Machine shall be the standard arrangement of the latest design in current production.

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– Machine does not meet feature requirements – Information not available – Optional equipment needed to meet feature requirements

Kawasaki 80ZIV-2

John Deere 644H

Case 821C

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Hitch area shall have a vertical support member, separate of the loader frame, connecting the upper and lower hitch plates to absorb torsional forces and increase hitch and hitch bearing durability.

X

X

X

Articulation joint shall have double tapered roller bearings in the upper and lower hitch for extended life.

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Komatsu WA380-3

X

Volvo L120D

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9. HITCH The distance from the bottom of the upper hitch pin to the top of the lower hitch pin shall not be less than 635 mm (25 in) for torsional stress distribution and better hitch bearing durability.

X

X

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10. HYDRAULICS Hydraulic system shall be fully filtered and completely sealed. Hydraulic pressure taps shall be provided for checking pressure in the hydraulic implement and steering systems. Oil sampling ports shall be standard for quick and clean access to various machine oils (such as hydraulic, transmission and engine oil).

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X

X

X

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Steering hydraulic system shall have a dedicated pump and be independent of the implement hydraulics.

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X

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Hydraulic cycle time shall be no more than 10.7 seconds, measured with a rated bucket load.

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X

Loader shall have automatic bucket positioner and lift kick-out. Bucket positioner and lift kick-out shall be adjustable to different bucket angles and lift heights, respectively. Machine bucket/work tool controls shall be of a two-lever design.

O

Locking devices shall be capable of temporarily disabling the lift arms and bucket/work tool levers.

Specifications: Machine shall be the standard arrangement of the latest design in current production.

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– Machine does not meet feature requirements – Information not available – Optional equipment needed to meet feature requirements

Cab shall include a heater/defroster.

John Deere 644H

Case 821C

Kawasaki 80ZIV-2

Komatsu WA380-3

Volvo L120D 11. OPERATOR’S COMPARTMENT Integral ROPS and sound suppressed cab shall be standard and shall meet both current OSHA and MSHA standards for operator and spectator sound.

O

O

O

Cab shall not have any curved glass.

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X

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X

Cab shall have pressurized and filtered air circulation system. Cab shall be mounted on the rear frame of the machine. Machine shall be equipped with a multilevel warning system, which will signal machine and component malfunctions. System should differentiate between major and minor malfunctions. Warning system shall record occurrences of periodic malfunctions. Steering wheel and transmission control lever shall be adjustable as a single unit. Operator’s seat shall be a cloth-covered suspension-type with adjustments for height, weight, fore/aft and suspension dampening. Seat shall include adjustable armrests on left and right.

O

Cab shall be pre-wired with electric voltage converter, speakers and antenna for installation of an entertainment radio.

O

Cab shall be equipped with a wiring harness having a harness connector to simplify servicing by avoiding the need to cut electrical wires when removing the cab.

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Operator’s compartment shall include a retractable 76 mm (3 in) wide seat belt.

O

Cab shall have windshield wipers with an in-the-blade washer delivery system for the front and rear windows. Front wiper shall have intermittent capability.

O

O

O

X

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Cab shall have internally-mounted rear-view mirrors.

Specifications: Machine shall be the standard arrangement of the latest design in current production.

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X

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– Machine does not meet feature requirements – Information not available – Optional equipment needed to meet feature requirements

Volvo L120D

Komatsu WA380-3

Kawasaki 80ZIV-2

John Deere 644H

Case 821C

X

X

X

X

X

Wheel loader shall be equipped with a NoSPIN rear differential to provide superior traction in wet, muddy or snowy conditions.

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X

O

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X

Wheel loader shall be equipped with Limited Slip Differentials in both the front and rear axles to provide good traction in poor underfoot conditions, while preventing steering interference and tire scuffing on dry surfaces.

O

O

X

O

Wheel loader shall be equipped with an axle oil cooler for applications where excessive braking or operating needs heat axle oil quickly.

X

X

X

X

X

Machine bucket/work tool controls shall be of a two-lever electric over hydraulic design to remove the pilot valve and hydraulic lines from inside the cab.

X

X

X

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X

The steering wheel system shall require no more than 72 degrees (20 percent of one 360 degree rotation) to achieve full articulation from center, or no more than 144 degrees (40 percent of one 360 degree rotation) to achieve full articulation lock-to-lock.

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X

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X

Wheel loader shall be equipped with a high lift system that provides a B-pin height of at least 4455 mm (14 ft 8 in).

X

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12. ATTACHMENTS (OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT) Wheel loader shall be equipped with a cab using rubber-mounted glass for fast glass replacement.

Wheel loader shall be equipped with directional signals.

O

Wheel loader shall be equipped with power train and crankcase guards.

O

X

O

O

X

Wheel loader shall be equipped with an engine coolant heater to be powered by a minimum 110V external electric power source.

O

X

X

O

O

Wheel loader shall be equipped with a minimum 3.1 m3 (4.0 yd3) heaped capacity general purpose bucket measured with bolt-on cutting edges or segments available from the factory.

Specifications: Machine shall be the standard arrangement of the latest design in current production.

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X

X

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O

– Machine does not meet feature requirements – Information not available – Optional equipment needed to meet feature requirements

Komatsu WA380-3

Kawasaki 80ZIV-2

John Deere 644H

Case 821C

Volvo L120D Wheel loader shall be equipped with a minimum 3.5 m3 (4.5 yd3) heaped capacity material handling or light material bucket measured with bolt-on cutting edges or segments available from the factory.

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X

X

X

Wheel loader shall be equipped with a rock or excavating bucket, minimum 2.9 m3 (3.75 yd3) heaped capacity, with weld-on adapters and eight pin-on teeth.

X

X

X

X

X

Wheel loader shall be equipped with a radiator using no more than a 6 fin per inch core for use in debris laden areas.

O

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X

X

Wheel loader shall be a Waste Handler Arrangement offered from the factory and designed specifically for use in the Waste industry.

O

X

O

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X

X

X

O

X

Wheel loader shall be a factory installed Air-Born Debris Arrangement equipped to draw clean air from the rear of the machine, reducing airflow restriction. Wheel loader shall be a factory installed Anti-Corrosion Arrangement for use in highly corrosive work environments.

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X

O

X

X

Wheel loader shall be a Forest Machine Arrangement offered from the factory and designed specifically for use in the Forestry industry.

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X

O

X

X

Wheel loader shall be equipped with a third hydraulic valve with control lever and hydraulic lines to the end of the lift arms for operating auxiliary equipment.

O

O

O

O

O

Wheel loader shall be equipped with an automatic bucket suspension system using an accumulator in the lift arm circuit to reduce material spillage when traveling over rough or uneven surfaces.

O

O

O

O

O

Wheel loader shall be equipped with a supplemental steering system, which will allow for articulation steering, if the engine and/or the electrical system is shut down while the machine is moving.

O

O

O

O

O

Wheel loader shall be equipped with an air conditioning system for the operator’s compartment that uses environmentally safe R134a refrigerant.

O

O

O

O

Specifications: Machine shall be the standard arrangement of the latest design in current production.

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X

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O

– Machine does not meet feature requirements – Information not available – Optional equipment needed to meet feature requirements

Volvo L120D

Komatsu WA380-3

Kawasaki 80ZIV-2

John Deere 644H

Case 821C

Wheel loader shall be equipped with fender or platform extensions that cover the width of the rear tires, and are long enough to prevent the rear tires from slinging mud or other debris onto the cab glass.

O

O

X

X

X

Wheel loader shall be equipped with an on-the-go weighing system designed by the machine manufacturer that has a multiple functions and a multiple mode display to accurately weigh and record payload.

X

X

X

X

X

Specifications: Machine shall be the standard arrangement of the latest design in current production.

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– Machine does not meet feature requirements – Information not available – Optional equipment needed to meet feature requirements

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