March 2016 | EquipmentWorld.com
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Productivity
Electronics lie at the heart of many
productivity features. Some OEMs
offer electronics features piece-
meal; others bundle them, like
JCB. It's Automation package, for
example, includes fi ve standard
features. These include auto check,
which looks at up to 200 param-
eters at key-on, including
all under-hood checks; and
auto drive, which provides
cruise control-type operation while
roading. Optional auto pre-heat
can be added to warm the en-
gine block and cab (and defrost
the windshield) up to 30 minutes
before use. Auto boom lock and
auto stabilizer
functions are
available
when the backhoe is spec'ed with
optional pilot controls.
Auto Smooth Ride is part of the
Automate package; an equivalent is
offered on most models from most
OEMs. Settings for the fea-
machine matters
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by Richard Ries
3 KEYS TO
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e asked sources to describe the single most important factor in each of three
areas of backhoe performance: productivity, operator environment and
serviceability. Responses had remarkable variety and depth, and provided
valuable insights from what may have seemed like a simple question.
The 590 Super N has the longest standard reach (19 feet, 7 inches)
and greatest digging depth (15 feet, 6 inches) of any Case backhoe
loader. Standard Power Lift technology yields a bucket breakout
force of 15,853 pounds and a lifting capacity of 4,175 pounds.
