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| New Tigercat 1014 Forwarder |
New 14 tonne extreme duty forwarder to debut at the Atlantic Heavy Equipment Show in Moncton, NB.PARIS, ON, March 29, 2004 – Tigercat will debut the new extreme duty 1014 forwarder at the Atlantic Heavy Equipment Show in Moncton, April 1-2. The 14-tonne forwarder represents another step in Tigercat's overall commitment to develop a full range of harvesters and forwarders combining Tigercat's sound engineering and durable construction with proven cut-to-length technologies. The entire hood enclosure tilts forward by hand to provide easy access to the 228 hp (170 kW) Mercedes 906. The 1014 uses electronic canbus control technology to govern machine functions. Parker’s IQAN system is robust and well designed. Maintenance and troubleshooting is simplified and machine response to operator input is smooth and precise. The 1014 is designed and built for extreme duty. The robust centre section uses large pins and sealed tapered roller bearings in the articulation and oscillation joints. The 1014 is a very stable machine in rough and steep terrain thanks to the innovative centre joint design that eliminates the need for oscillation locks. Unlike competing machines, this excellent stability exists while both loading and travelling. The oversized 18-tonne rated bogie axles can run up to 750x26.5 tires while maintaining a 3m (9 ft.-10 in.) overall width. The machine can be configured as six or eight-wheel drive. Another unique feature is the independent front and rear differential locks that can be activated "on the fly." The expansive operator’s cab has Tigercat’s signature reverse sloping windshield for improved visibility in wet weather. The windows extend extra high to provide unmatched upward visibility for piling high at roadside. The cab is very wide, providing additional room for rotating the seat and unobstructed visibility to the ground. The 1014 can be equipped to accommodate a large 4.8 m2 (52 sq.ft) load capacity and low 3.58 m (11 ft.-9 in.) overall height. Optional wagon sizes are available for loading two bunks with 3m (9 ft.-10 in.) logs. The machine can be equipped with various cranes up to a Loglift F111 and up to 10m (32 ft.-10 in.) reach. The 1014 has larger drive pumps and motors than competing forwarders for shallower gear ratios and a wider working speed range. At a given travel speed, the engine operates at lower rpm for increased fuel efficiency. The crane hydraulics are load sensing for simultaneous operation of all functions with a pump size that achieves full crane performance at 1,400 engine rpm. Machine serviceability is unsurpassed with a tilting cab and engine hood and a completely removable belly pan. All hydraulic control valves can be serviced from one location, while standing on the ground. About TigercatTigercat Industries designs and manufactures premium quality forestry and off-road equipment with manufacturing facilities in Canada and Sweden and world-wide distribution. The diverse forestry line includes complete full-tree and cut-to-length harvesting systems. Tigercat and the Tigercat logo are registered trademarks of Tigercat Industries Inc. Other brands and product names are trademarks of their respective owners. Copyright (c) 2001-2004 Tigercat Industries Inc.# # # Contacts:Paul Iarocci, Tigercat Industries Inc. |
