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OUTSTANDING VISIBILITY The little all-arounders The "little ones" are often used among the large construction machines in the busy construction site. Consequently, excellent all-round visibility is a vital feature for the safety of the operator's of these tandem rollers. ROAD AND MINERAL TECHNOLOGIES WIRTGEN AMERICA www.wirtgen-group.com Wirtgen America 6030 Dana Way . Antioch TN 37013 Telephone: 615-501-0600 . Fax: 615-501-0691 www.wirtgenamerica.com Text INFO to 205-289-3715 or visit www.eqwinfo.com

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