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The construction application generates the highest revenue, hydraulics and an excellent sealing system. It is a state-of-the-art
mainly because of the development of roads, highways, and machine that gives you higher profitability and productivity.
smart cities, in emerging economies. The mining application is The SDLG G9138H is CEV-IV certified. This environmentally friendly
likely to advance at the highest compound annual growth rate, engine is known for its low fuel consumption and low emissions
of 5.5%, in the years to come, and hold the largest share of the as per ARAI standards. The engine is designed to reduce
industry. To utilize large mining equipment, unpaved, rocky roads sound level in the cab to ensure enhanced operator comfort
must be maintained and improved regularly, therefore, motor and performance. The HP controls allow operators to select
graders are employed in mines. high, mid and lower power according to the job requirement.
The Turbo charged, low emission, high-performance engine
Innovation in Motor Grader Technology and its electronic engine control unit regulates fuel for optimal
The motor grader industry is highly competitive. Many key performance in all operating conditions. Cruise control comes as
companies in this industry are fighting for dominance. To attain a standard and is unique to SDLG Graders in its class.
competitive edge, these companies focus on product creation, ZF Electronically controlled ZF6WG158 Fully automatic Transmission
strategic alliances, and technical advancements. with manual over ride is proven for fast and efficient work cycles.
The motor grader industry is experiencing certain advancements Equipped with 6 forward / 3 reverse for efficient grading. SDLG Axles
that are driven by the evolving needs of contractors. Manufacturers are an integrated part of the drive train. It adopts the strengthened
like Case, Caterpillar, John Deere, and Komatsu are introducing driving axle featuring top class technology and performance. It
innovations to make graders more user-friendly, productive, and provides greater bearing force, machine stability and reliability.
versatile. From the shift towards mid-size models to the introduction The SDLG grader comes with an excellent weight distribution on the
of cost-effective variants, automation features, and improved front (3600KG) and rear (9400KG) wheels. Major weight distribution
operator comfort, these manufacturers are adapting to meet the of the rear, which gives the machine power and traction and less
demands of the market. As the construction industry continues to weight is on the front axle, which gives the machine control. The
evolve, motor graders are evolving alongside, catering to a wide weight distribution ratio is matched so that additional Counter
range of project requirements and ensuring better performance weights are not required to balance the machine. G9138H is
on job sites of all sizes. equipped with large blade force to ensure easy penetration, thus
G9138H is an efficient and versatile product developed by SDLG reduces number of passes. The G9138 is equipped with 25 degree
after investigating the Indian market demands. The high-speed articulated frame coupled with minimum turning radius of 6.5
G9138H Motor Grader can complete ground levelling, spreading, meter helps the operator to manoeuvre this machine according
shaping, slopping, cutting & clearing with ease and at the same to the situation. Straight frame with articulation ensures quality of
time being the most fuel-efficient grader in its class. It delivers grading and sharp turning. Articulation Indicator inside the cabin
excellent results for a wide range of projects such as highways, helps the operator to keep the machine in straight line.
airports, defense engineering, road construction and general Cat motor graders are equipped with AccuGrade™ Grade
construction projects. Classic combination of power, speed and Control System for grading accuracy which also eliminates
maneuverability are results of the environment-friendly CEV-IV the need for survey stakes. This revolutionary solution is factory
Engines, ZF Transmissions. SDLG axles are coupled with superb integrated, sensor-independent, and features a cross slope, sonic,

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