Mecalac debuts articulated loader

Mecalac introduced the AX1000 articulated loader.

The company says the AX1000 – and all models in the AX articulated loader series – is designed for utility, construction, landscaping and recycling.

“Articulated loaders are tried and true workhorses in North America,” says Peter Bigwood, general manager at Mecalac North America. “When that’s what the job calls for, we have a high-quality option that has good value-adds in terms of stability, visibility, power, simplified maintenance and operator experience that will offer owners a competitive advantage.”

The AX1000 features a monoboom that Mecalac says provides greater boom rigidity and strength, resisting the twisting that can occur with the traditional two-arm setup. Combining large, tinted windows with the monoboom design, the AX1000 eliminates the two loader arms obstructing the operator’s view and allows clear visibility to the left and right in addition to straight ahead, enhancing safety and productivity, according to Mecalac.

The AX1000 has a standard bucket volume of 1.3 cu. yd. plus a 75-hp. engine and a lift capacity of 9,038 pounds. According to Mecalac, the AX1000 travels up to 19 mph and uses a diesel oxidation catalyst for pollution control, eliminating the need for a diesel particulate filter or diesel exhaust fluid and associated downtime.

Mecalac also updated its interior features to deliver an enhanced riding experience, the company says. The pilot controls condense multiple functions from the auxiliary hydraulics into one joystick. The cabin includes a multi-position comfort seat and a powerful 3-stage ventilation and heating system.

The AX1000 also features common diagnostic tools, which Mecalac says support quick service.

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