Shandong Lingong Construction Machinery Co. (SDLG) launched the highly efficient B877 backhoe loader at Bauma Conexpo 2015, where the company’s range of popular wheel loaders will also be on display from 15-18 September.
SDLG B877 backhoe loader makes its debut in South Africa
The versatile SDLG B877 backhoe loader has already proven popular in the Middle East since it's launch at the end of 2014. Now available in African markets, SDLG expects the backhoe loader to appeal to many businesses throughout southern Africa.
“The competitively priced B877 backhoe loader offers customers a fast return on their investment as well as excellent performance in a wide range of applications,” explains Stefan Bach, SDLG business manager for Africa. “This is a challenging market at the moment with a decline in the mining sector – but with more focus being put on construction, the B877 backhoe loader is an ideal solution for small contractors and other construction customers."
The B877 is designed for all-day operation. Its robust frame and components ensure it can withstand the rigors of demanding job sites, while the operator’s cab provides excellent visibility to ensure job site safety. Featuring a suspension seat, air conditioning as standard, and opening rear windows, the operator cab is designed to maintain operator comfort all day long.
The machine’s powerful turbo-charged 70 kW engine is low on emissions and high on fuel economy and provides a torque reserve of 40%. With its hydraulic torque converter and synchronized four-speed transmission, the B877 can reach speeds of up to 40 km/h.
The B877 comes with both a special front-steering drive axle, which can be disengaged with a switch for greater efficiency at high speeds, and a rigid drive axle with closed wet brake and an electronic differential lock, for better traction in dangerous conditions. The machine’s 55 degree turning radius also ensures excellent maneuverability at congested and tight job sites.
A three-pump, four-valve hydraulic loop is designed to ensure that lifting and steering operations can occur seamlessly and simultaneously. Plus the machine’s hydraulic elements are centrally arranged for easy maintenance and service, while auxiliary hydraulics can be added easily. To offer even greater versatility, the B877 can be equipped with a variety of attachments and tools to handle an even more diverse range of tasks, including a multi-purpose front bucket as standard.
“We have a growing machine population in Africa – and our customers require reliable support to ensure their machines are up and running when they need them,” says Bach. “Babcock International has a strong team of experienced sales specialists and service technicians who offer excellent support to our customers. We are proud to have the company’s support as we continue to develop in this market.”
