Following the announcement in late 2015 that Sydney-based AWD Group will distribute LiuGong Machinery Corporation plant and equipment along the eastern seaboard and in the Northern Territory, the first of the new machines under AWD Group’s leadership is now available in Australia.
The 18-tonne 856H wheel loader increases productivity and serviceability to the Australian market. It is powered by a 162kW, 9.3-litre Cummins diesel engine, with net power of 160kW at 2200 rpm, offering improved torque and efficiency over previous models. It features a 3m3 bucket and 12.5-tonne straight tipping load, coupled with a standard breakout force of 180kN and a standard dump clearance of nearly 3000mm.
Other features include closed circuit pumps for hydraulics and steering, larger cab with improved visibility, a forward hinged hood for improved access, a stack cooling pack for better cooling, and ground level access for easy maintenance.
Modern ZF technology is applied in the driveline system, and the axle housing and main transmission system are reinforced to improve strength and load capacity, with carrying capacity increased by 40 per cent.
The 856H has a long service life, with the average life cycle increased by 250 per cent compared with the previous model. The transmission works efficiently with the machine to achieve an optimal power output, and an automatic shift transmission with kick down function and electric proportional forward-neutral-reverse lever make operating more convenient and reduce operator fatigue. This feature, along with high quality genuine parts, ensures the 856H maximises productivity for the customer.
The cab design improves all-round visibility for safety. Frequently used controls are placed within easy reach of the operator and curved glass in the cab decreases sound levels. A constant temperature function can adjust the temperature automatically. The cab features ROPS and FOPS in compliance with ISO International Standards.
Maintenance of the 856H is simple and convenient. It adopts a ground maintenance approach, which means technicians can replace and check various filters and fuels by standing on the ground, without climbing up and down. The forward tilting engine hood is equipped with an electric lifting device, which alleviates the need to manually open the engine hood, and will ultimately prevent any occupational health and safety issues occurring. It also allows for ground level access to service points, to increase accessibility to components, thereby reducing daily and scheduled service times while increasing the machine’s availability to work. The hydraulic driving fan motor can be reversed for cleaning, and the water and oil drains are placed together to realise easier, faster maintenance and service.
Quarry-spec offerings
The LiuGong 856H wheel loader can be purchased from the AWD Group. The dealer has previously informed Quarry that a range of other quarry-spec earthmoving machines will be gradually introduced to the market, including the 20-tonne CLG862G, the 24-tonne CLG877G and the 30-tonne CLG890H. The loaders are also equipped with Cummins diesel engines, have net power of 165kW to 248kW and feature bucket sizes between 3.5m3 and 5.4m3, with breakout forces from 198kN to 251kN. “LiuGong’s 890H wheel loader gives its operator maximum control over the equipment,” an AWD Group spokesman told Quarry. “The machine’s engine matches its multiple working and gear shifting modes, providing maximum traction and speed.
“The electronic fuel injection system offers a wide range of combustion options and helps to reduce cost in use. It features a Cummins engine and the latest ZF automatic electro-hydraulic transmission, making the loader’s shift a smooth process.
“With a bucket capacity of 7m3, this machine suits duties in quarrying applications and can be used for loading blasted material at the face into haul trucks.”
The largest of AWD Group’s excavators will be the 45-tonne CLG945E, the 48-tonne CLG950E and the 70-tonne CLG970E. They are equipped with Cummins diesel engines, have net power of 280kW to 338kW and dig depths from 6.5m to 7.8m.
“LiuGong’s products include some big machines which are ideally suited to large scale quarrying and mining operations, such as the 50-tonne and 70-tonne excavators,” the spokesman said. “Built with the latest component technologies and many advanced processes, and developed with LiuGong’s product development process and product life cycle management tools, the 970E delivers a customer focused, high quality 70-tonne excavator, which is ideally suited to large scale quarrying operations.”
Source: AWD Group