The Manitou group, a leader in all-terrain material handling, has launched a new range of forklift-trucks dedicated to agriculture.
The NewAg range aims to provide the best response to farmer needs and day-to-day activities, a spokesman said. Composed of nine models, this range is characterised by a wide choice of transmissions, a brand-new cab, optimal visibility, comfort and performance.
Manitou Groups’ Arnaud Boyer said as requirements for comfort, performance and productivity continue to increase on farm, they have to offer machines that are adapted to these constraints, and are compliant.
“We have chosen to call this range NewAg, because the name reflects the changes in the agricultural world and is understandable by everyone,” Mr Boyer said.
To provide a range suitable for all types of use, the Manitou Group offers four types of transmission: Torque Converter with Powershuttle gearbox; Torque Converter transmission with Powershift Plus gearbox; M-Varioshift transmission; and M-Vario Plus transmission.
Manitou Groups’ Wim Roose said offering a wide choice of transmissions allows them to respond to the requirements of farmers.
“Consumption is better controlled and there are significant productivity gains. Our aim is really to simplify the use of our machines while providing maximum comfort, performance and efficiency every day,” he said.
With the NewAg range one of Manitou Group's mains aims was to improve visibility, which involved redesigning the inclination of the blades on the roof grid, the low position of the articulation point of the boom and different working lights.
As a result, the NewAg range provides a clear view at any time, real 360 degree visibility and a combination of comfort and safety during operations. Access to the driver’s compartment has also been redesigned with an anti-slip step and two large handles on the uprights of the truck. This means getting in and out of the cab is now easier and safer.
The level of soundproofing is one of the key innovative elements inside the cab. Optimal acoustic insulation decreases the presence of air pockets making the NewAg the quietest cab on its market.
The NewAg is also equipped with three new “Intelligent Hydraulics” concepts.
The Quicklift enables the operator to extend or retract the telescope and lift the boom simultaneously, the Bucket Shaker function shakes the bucket via a single movement of the controls, and the Return to Load function memorises the exact angle of the initial position of the bucket, enabling an automatic return to the right level.
- Visit Vanderfield at Site Q-R/29-33 and inspect the new range.
