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 Tigercat
Tigercat 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.
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Contacts:
Paul Iarocci, Tigercat
Industries Inc.
519-442-1529 Ext. 314