Excavator’s Hydraulics Deliver Smooth, Simultaneous Bucket and Boom Moves

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Zaxis 350LC-3 runs on Isuzu’s 6-cylinder, Tier-3-certified engine. Weighs 77,269 lbs. and comes with a 13-ft., 1-in. arm; 16,314-lb. counterweight; and 32-in., triple semi-grouser shoes. Delivers rated power of 271 net peak hp. at 1,900 r.p.m. Common-rail, fuel-injection system and cooled Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system enhance fuel efficiency. HIOS III hydraulic system matches torque curve to smooth combined operations such as boom-up, arm-in, bucket-curl, and travel. Color LCD multifunction, multilingual monitor allows operator to make simple oil flow adjustments for attachments, monitor 32 items, and track maintenance for 14 items from the driver’s seat. Features sealed, lubricated rack chain and 3 track guards to protect track links from disengagement during steering. Hitachi Construction Products, Moline, IL

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