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TICKER TAPE (LYTD 19320), representing a growth of 27.6% (YTD growth of
(LYTD 19320), representing a growth of 27.6% (YTD growth of
EQUIPMENT Liebherr has updated its compact loader series with the new L 504 • 54.5%).
L
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54.5%).
On the Exports front, Eicher branded trucks & buses have
compact model and innovations across other models.
recorded sales of 810 units in December 2021 (YTD 6320 units)
The new L 504 compact loader is Liebherr’s smallest wheel loader,
as compared to 618 units in December 2020 (LYTD 3144 units),
representing a growth of 31.1% (YTD growth of 101.0%).
designed to offer “excellent value for money,” Liebherr said in
a statement. Meanwhile the new L 508 compact “has become
larger and wider than both of the other Liebherr compact loaders.” • Volvo Trucks and Volvo Buses have recorded sales of 152 units
in December 2021 (YTD 811 units) as compared to 205 units
Both the L 506 and L 508 now are offered as Speeder versions - in December 2020 (LYTD 634 units), representing a decline of
reaching a top speed of 30 km/h - and offer High Lift lift arms as 25.9% (YTD growth of 27.9%)
an option.
All compact loaders have “robust lift arms with z-bar kinematics” NEW CAT HAMMERS FOR LARGE EXCAVATORS
to support a range of attachments. Liebherr has optimised the Caterpillar has introduced two new
parallel guidance for safe and precise operation when working hydraulic breakers as part of its
with forks. This is critical, for instance, when transporting palettes Performance Series Hammers range.
with paving stones or decking tiles in garden and landscaping The new Cat H190S and the H215S
applications. To increase versatility even more, Liebherr offers High models are the largest in the attachment
Lift lift arms for the L 506 and L 508 models on request. range, which comprises seven other
This is an extended version of the lift arms with a greater reach. This models, and have been designed for
enables the compact loaders to also load taller transport vehicles. use on large excavators for demolition,
The lift arms also have a tapered design for better views of quarry, and general construction
attachments. The three compact loaders also come with applications. They are built for high
Liebherr’s fully automatic quick coupler system LIKUFIX. Meanwhile production tasks and are said to deliver
innovations across the range include a redesigned operator’s cab consistent breaking power and emit
with more visibility, particularly of lift arms and attachments. less waste from internal heat for more
Liebherr has increased the amount of glass throughout the cab. power delivered to the tool. With piston and tool matched in
The windscreen now reaches into the foot area of the operator’s diameter and mass, these new hammers offer increased power
cab to offer visibility in all directions, particularly of the attachment transmission frequency. Operators can switch power mode from
and in the articulation area. high frequency/low power to low frequency/high power, giving
The rear screen is curved on the sides, enabling an unobstructed the ability to fine tune power to the material being broken. Now
view of the rear area. The new compact loaders can be equipped available in Europe, North America and South America, the H190S
with a backup camera on request, for even more safety when and H215S offer 370 to 530 and 300 to 520 hammer blows per
reversing. The control lever features an optional mini joystick minute respectively. The breakers include a buffering material
to control additional hydraulic functions. Also available as an that dampens vibration feedback to the carrier and they can
option is an “infinitely-adjustable steering column” as well as an be configured for joystick or pedal control to suit the operators
adjustable display located on the A pillar in the cab. preference. They are also equipped with an automatic shut-off
The loaders’ compact design with a low centre of gravity is that prevents blank firing and hammer damage. According to the
designed for optimum weight distribution on the new compact manufacture, the feature can be turned off to allow for horizontal
loaders. “The result is high stability and safe, comfortable and overhead operation on tunnelling and mining applications.
operation, day in and day out.” Specifically designed for use with Cat’s next gen excavators,
Liebherr compact loaders are not available in North-America. the H190S hammer is sized for mounting on Cat machines with
operating weights of between 43 and 80 t, which includes the Cat
VE COMMERCIAL VEHICLES SELLS 6154 UNITS IN 349 through to the 374 excavator models.
DECEMBER 2021 Meanwhile the larger H215 S is designed for use with the 374 and
VE Commercial Vehicles Ltd. (A Volvo Group and Eicher Motors 395 machines, weighted at between 65 and 120 t.
joint venture) recorded sales of 6154 units in December 2021 (YTD Next gen excavators automatically recognise the H190 S and
36984 units) as compared to 4892 units in December 2020 (LYTD H215 S Hammers and prompt operators to select the correct tool
23098), recording growth of 25.8% (YTD growth 60.1%). This includes programme. Protecting the cab and keeping the attachment
6002 units of Eicher brand and 152 units of Volvo brand. in predefined operating areas at the jobsite, the new hammer
Following are the key highlights for December 2021: dimensions are included in Cat E-Fence technology.
• Eicher branded trucks & buses have recorded sales of 6002 Users can also configure the hammer’s pressure and flow rates
units in December 2021 (YTD 36173 units), as compared to on the in-cab touchscreen through Cat’s excavators Product
4687 units in December 2020 (LYTD 22464 units), representing Link technology via the Cat App. Both models include an on-
a growth of 28.1% (YTD growth of 61.0%) board autolube system as standard, providing continual greasing
• In the domestic CV market, Eicher branded trucks & buses during hammer operation to improve attachment longevity, and
have recorded sales of 5192 units in December 2021 (YTD are available with an optional wear package that protects the
29853 units) as compared to 4069 units in December 2020 hammer housing when working in extreme environments.

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