Officially, it can move loads of up to 35 quintals and unload bulk materials up to almost four and a half meters in height. It also provides a pulling force of 60 tons and a towing capacity of 66, performance close to those offered by the top-of-the-line telehandler that Dieci offers in its “AgriFarmer” series, the “34.7” model, whose telescopic arm, however, exceeds six meters in height with its joint. Put in these terms and considering that the price difference between a telescopic loader and a telehandler exceeds 40,000 euros, the new telescopic loader “Agri Pivot T80” launched by Dieci at Agritechnica 2023 would have little chance of success compared to its counterpart of the same brand. But in reality, things are different. Telescopic loaders and telehandlers, although both falling under the category of handling machines and even if they are characterized by similar performances, are not actually in competition with each other due to their respective and different design settings aimed at supporting different activities.
Dieci “Agri Pivot T80”: versatile in structure
The construction layout of Dieci telehandlers, based on monolithic frames that integrate engines placed laterally to the driver’s cab and arms pivoted in a rear-lateral position, results in a highly versatile machine, a feature accentuated by the presence of a programmable integral steering system that greatly facilitates maneuvers. Dieci telescopic loaders, on the other hand, are built on the basis of two interconnected frames through a double central joint, groups that support the telescopic arm at the front, centrally located on the machine, and the engine at the rear, which thus serves as ballast to balance the loads being moved. The axles are therefore fixed, with the rear one tilting to accommodate any uneven terrain, while steering is ensured by the aforementioned central joint. This results in a structure that is just as maneuverable as telehandlers, but characterized by simpler, more robust, and easier-to-maintain mechanics, a construction scheme perfect for creating machines that are required to work full-time handling demanding and continuous movements. In the case of the “Agri Pivot” range by Dieci, the presence of much larger cabins than those normally found in telehandlers and the central positioning of the telescopic arm in relation to the operator’s seat further enhance visibility when working close to the ground without compromising equipment control when working at height.
Larger internal volumes
Different machines, therefore, oriented towards equally different activities, which is why Dieci has decided to offer both to its customers, allowing them to make choices that best suit their needs, a strategy reaffirmed at Agritechnica 2023 by expanding the product line of agricultural telescopic loaders with the introduction of the “Agri Pivot T80” model. It joins the “Agri Pivot T60” and “Agri Pivot T70” loaders, offering superior performance, as mentioned earlier, equipped with an Fpt Industrial series “N45” engine, a four-cylinder engine with a displacement of four and a half liters specifically rated at 153 peak horsepower. This unit is then paired with a two-speed hydrostatic transmission that allows the machine to travel on roads at 40 kilometers/hour, electronically controlled, thus able to provide the driver with a range of modes aimed at facilitating work and reducing consumption. Among these are the powershift “Shift on fly” and the “Eco”, “Creeper”, and “Arm too high” functions, with the first, as the name suggests, aimed at minimizing consumption, the second allowing the management of forward speeds with the accelerator while keeping engine speed and oil flows constant, and the third automatically limiting the machine’s speed with the arm raised.
With Dieci’s “Agri Pivot T80,” load management is also automated
These modes are accompanied by those aimed at facilitating load management, whether by automatically maintaining the verticality of lifts, memorizing any required equipment positions, or automatically performing shovel shaking actions when transferring contents. Also provided is the possibility of facilitating any leveling or excavation operations through the “Floating” function that keeps the equipment constantly leveled. Safety at work is further ensured by an anti-overturning system that locks movements exacerbating instability, while a specific arm suspension system facilitates transfers of bulk materials over rough terrain, and a specially designed swivel mechanism extends the working angle of the bucket, facilitating material discharge at height.
Hydraulics and top-of-the-line comfort
The new “Agri Pivot T80” telescopic loaders produced by Dieci are equipped with load sensing hydraulic systems capable of handling flows of around 160 liters of oil per minute. The system also integrates the “QuickDep” depressurization system that speeds up equipment change operations to minimize machine setup downtime while simultaneously encouraging productivity.
The presence of a cabin that ensures the operator the maximum possible working comfort, both environmentally (soundproofing and air conditioning comparable to that offered by recent high-end tractor cabins) and ergonomically (with all controls grouped on the right side armrest of the driver’s seat and a 4-in-1 joystick that guarantees full control of the machine), also contributes to this latter objective. Also present is an onboard computer that simplifies the management of various functionalities by integrating a diagnostic system aimed at preventing any malfunctions, and a driving seat upholstered with breathable fabric, suspended and adjustable in height and position, allowing each operator to work in the most comfortable and suitable position for their build.
Title: With Dieci’s “Agri Pivot T80,” load management is also automated
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