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SDLG’s new grader is firm’s largest

SDLG is widening its grader range with the addition of the new G9260, the largest motor grader the company has ever made. Power comes from an electronically controlled Tier 3 SD13 diesel that drives through a power shift transmission control valve and a mechanical transmission system, which is said to be effective and fuel-efficient. The machine is said to deliver 136kN of tractive force and also features hydraulically powered wet brakes. Other features include double fuel tanks for the G9260, as well as a
March 15, 2017 Read time: 1 min
SDLG is now offering its biggest ever grader in the shape of the G9260
5316 SDLG is widening its grader range with the addition of the new G9260, the largest motor grader the company has ever made. Power comes from an electronically controlled Tier 3 SD13 diesel that drives through a power shift transmission control valve and a mechanical transmission system, which is said to be effective and fuel-efficient. The machine is said to deliver 136kN of tractive force and also features hydraulically powered wet brakes. Other features include double fuel tanks for the G9260, as well as a new falling-object and rollover protection structure (FOPS/ROPS) and an electric-hydraulic locking mechanism.

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