Tigercat Debuts 1018B at Elmia Wood 2003

ELMIA WOOD, SWEDEN, June 23, 2003 - Tigercat exhibited three machine models at Elmia Wood, 2003 held from June 11-14. The show was well attended by forestry professionals from Sweden, Finland, Norway, Russia, U.K and numerous Baltic States. 

Tigercat presented a selective thinning demo with the H09 harvester and F700 forwarder. The H09, alternately piloted by owners Magnus and Bruno Kempe, wowed audiences with its ability to adeptly maneuver through the forest without contacting or damaging any standing timber. The incredible performance can be attributed to operator skill, an overall width of only 2.1 m, the tapered cab and a side-tilting Mowi boom system. 

Tigercat also debuted the 18 tonne 1018B forwarder. According to export manager Gary Olsen, "The 1018B was without a doubt the show stopper with our booth being constantly overwhelmed by attendees. The interest in the 1018B and the soon to be 1014 was exceptional and those who saw the first prototype two years ago were already making comments about the obvious improvements they see in the subsequent machine."

1018B enhancements include stronger, lighter weight front and rear chassis, an improved control system and better service access. The valves are consolidated in one location and accessible at ground level. 

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 Tigercat Industries Inc.

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For more information, contact:

Paul Iarocci, Tigercat Industries Inc.
519-442-1529 Ext. 314
piarocci@tigercat.com

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