Tigercat 610 skidder is released
Tigercat's much anticipated addition to the hydrostatic skidder line-up.
PARIS ON, MAY 10, 2006 – Premium logging equipment manufacturer,
Tigercat has added a new model to its line of hydrostatic skidders. The 173 hp
Tigercat 610 model fits into the skidder market segment with the highest unit
sales and very stiff competition from entrenched market players.
Tigercat decided to enter this market because it was thought that
improvements could be made over the existing product offering. To that end,
Tigercat has designed a technically and structurally superior machine. The 610
uses the same electronic-hydrostatic drive control system found on all other
Tigercat skidders. With automatic variable speed engine rpm, the system is
extremely fuel efficient and makes the operator's job easier as there is no
throttle control or gear shifting necessary when operating the machine.
The engine house is well laid out for easy access to engine components and
service points. The tilting cab accesses the hydraulic and drive line
components. The 610 is available with a single or dual function arch and
continuous rotation grapple. The operator's station is spacious and well
finished. The seat and all controls are rotated 40 degrees to the right for
reduced neck strain. Visibility to the rear tires and the load is excellent
making the machine ideal in tight selective cut or plantation thinning
applications.
Structurally the 610 has no equal. The machine is hinged with Tigercat's
signature center section which is constructed with thick steel plate, large pins
and tapered roller bearings.
The 610 skidder is ideal for selective cut and final fell applications where
a smaller, quicker, agile machine is required.
The Tigercat 610 will be displayed at the Northeastern Forest Products Equipment Expo,
Expo Richmond and the Mid-South Forestry Equipment Show.
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) 2001-2006 Tigercat Industries
Inc.
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Contacts:
Paul Iarocci, Tigercat
Industries Inc.
519-442-1529 Ext. 314
email: piarocci@tigercat.com
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