October 2015 Vol. 70 No. 10
Equipment Spotlight
COMPACT TRACK LOADERS
Volvo
The Volvo MCT110C is a radial lift compact track loader with a 2,250-pound rated operating capacity. It is equipped with a powerful Tier 4 Final four-cylinder, 74-horsepower engine with an advanced combustion system that cuts emissions while increasing fuel economy. With an automatic idling system, the machine returns to idle if controls aren’t operated for five seconds. This not only reduces fuel consumption for lower running costs, but also cuts noise on the jobsite. 717.532.9181, www.volvoce.com
Bobcat
The new 74-horsepower Bobcat M-Series 600 frame-size compact track loaders provide operators with performance benefits, hydraulic power, comfort and ease of serviceability – all while meeting Tier 4 emissions standards without a diesel particulate filter (DPF). The hydraulic systems have been engineered for higher standard flow and pressure, which provides increased attachment performance. Engine horsepower and hydraulic flow are matched to the loader’s rated operating capacity, size and weight, producing a loader that can outperform higher horsepower compact loaders. 800.743.4340, www.bobcat.com/loaders
John Deere
The John Deere 329E compact track loader features an 83-horsepower, Interim Tier 4 emission certified engine, and a rated operating capacity of 2,900-pounds. The large frame CTL boasts a flat floor design with 33 percent more foot room than previous models. Lower cab noise levels also contribute to reduced operator fatigue and increased productivity. The 329E includes low-effort electro-hydraulic (EH) controls and an option to allow the operator to switch between three popular industry control patterns (ISO, H, and foot control patterns). Other features include connect-under-pressure auxiliary hydraulic couplers and courtesy lighting that stays on up to 90 seconds after the engine is shut down, illuminating the way for easier exists out of dark barns or after hour jobsites. 800.503.3373, www.deere.com
CASE TR310 Compact Track Loader
The Tier 4 Final TR310 Alpha Series compact track loader weighs 8,800-pounds and features wide tracks (15.75- inches) for unmatched tractive effort and stability. The machine has 74-horsepower, 232 foot-pounds of torque and a bucket breakout force of 8,680-pounds. The radial lift arm design is ideal for digging and pushing applications, and the machine’s hinge pin height (10-feet, 3-inches) is excellent for loading and unloading trucks. The TR310 also features a cooled exhaust gas recirculation (CEGR) engine with a particulate matter catalyst, which is efficient, as well free maintenance with no DPF filter to replace. 866.542.2736, www.casece.com
Cat 
Four new D Series small-chassis models are the latest additions to the Cat compact track loader (CTL) and skid-steer loader (SSL) ranges: SSL models 226D and 232D; and CTL models 239D and 249D — all incorporating the design innovations of larger D Series machines, including a sealed/pressurized cab, electro-hydraulic controls, redesigned lift arms, premium seat choices and optional Advanced Display (available with rear-view camera). All use an electronic Cat C2.2 engine that meets Tier 4 Final/Stage IIIB emissions standards.
The 232D is designed with agricultural applications in mind, while the 239D and 249D are engineered as strong contenders in the general construction and rental markets. The 239D, with its suspended steel-embedded rubber track, replaces the 247B3 Multi-Terrain Loader (MTL) and delivers lower owning and operating costs for machine owners not requiring the capabilities of the rubber-wheeled, softer track system of the MTL. Further advantages of the new small-chassis SSL models include a two-speed drive system with a top speed of 11-mph for the 226D and 232D, and for the CTLs operating weights of less than 8,000-pounds for the 239D and 249D, allowing transport without a Commercial Driver’s License.
The radial-lift 226D and vertical-lift 232D have standard rated operating capacities (ROC) of 1,550 and 1,850-pounds, respectively, increasing to 1,650 and 1,950-pounds with the optional counterweight. The radial-lift 239D and vertical-lift 249D have standard ROCs of 2,050 and 2,300-pounds, which the optional counterweight increases to 2,250 and 2,500-pounds.
The 67-horsepower C2.2 engine uses a high-pressure and common-rail fuel system, direct fuel injection, and a maintenance-free diesel oxidation catalyst as the only required exhaust after treatment. The new small-chassis models have 10 percent more horsepower, 10 percent more torque, and deliver a 14 percent increase in fuel efficiency, compared with predecessor models. A demand fan is standard, ensuring optimum cooling and reduced horsepower draw. 888.614.4328, www.catepillar.com
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