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mance, such as an 11-foot lift height, with less than 75 horsepower and therefore a simpler emissions control system. "We're working on that, starting with adjusting the torque curve of an existing engine that would power the machine." Manitou Group debuted what it claims are the world's largest skid steer loaders at Con- Expo in March. The Gehl V420 and Mustang 4200V are rated at 120 horsepower with an ROC of 4,200 pounds. A high-flow option delivers 40 gpm. The company describes these machines as "massive tool carriers for heavy construction, landscaping and land clearing applications." Brad Wenger of New Holland Construction Equipment says some customers simply need more than 74 horsepower. "If you're satisfied finessing your way through the day, then stay with the lower power ratings. But if you want to power through a hard dig, and you have a lot of digging to do, you really want the 90-horsepower machine." As for the DEF needed for selective catalytic reduction after- treatment on higher horsepower machines, "it's nothing new and customers shouldn't be afraid of it." Versatility equals appeal Skid steers aren't going away. They're just being more clearly defined, and part of their definition is as prime movers for a host of attachments, which makes them even more versatile and therefore more appealing. April 2017 | EquipmentWorld.com 38 Untitled-53 1 2/13/17 10:40 AM machine matters | continued The Volvo MC70C is rated at 56 gross horsepower with maximum torque of 165.9 pound-feet. Hydraulic pressure is 3,335 psi. Standard flow is 18.5 gallons per minute; the high-flow option delivers 26.4 gpm. Breakout forces are 3,902 pounds lift and 4,012 pounds curl.