Volvo L60H Wheel Loader
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Newest Power tools of 2019 at World of Concrete -sponsored by Volvo heavy equipment
What happens here
The video highlights the Volvo L60H Wheel Loader, emphasizing its capabilities for high-production tasks like snow removal, and noting its features that differentiate it from lower-tier equipment like the SDLG. A key feature is the fully automatic power shift transmission, which functions like an automatic car transmission, automatically downshifting when encountering resistance (e.g., in a pile of snow or dirt) and preventing tire spin to preserve tire wear. The new loader arm design is showcased, which is optimized for strength and allows for a higher payload and increased dump clearance, thanks in part to a heavier counterweight and a cast GDP linkage. The importance of retained value for equipment is stressed, noting that Volvo loaders offer high resale value.
Goal: Showcase advanced features of the Volvo L60H Wheel Loader for high-production applications and highlight its economic advantages.
Tools and materials
- SDLG Loader SDLG — Mentioned as a comparison for less advanced loaders
- Volvo L60H Wheel Loader Volvo — Material handling, snow removal, and high-production tasks