Yanmar Compact Equipment launched a new line of compact track loaders at CONEXPO 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The TL65RS, TL75VS, TL80VS and TL100VS are construction-grade machines featuring the company’s performance, technology and reliability standards. Ranging from 67-hp to 103.5-hp, the new compact track loaders cover a range of customer needs. They round out Yanmar’s compact equipment lineup made up of mini excavators, compact wheel loaders and tracked carriers. The new line is designed for construction work, rental applications and more.
“These new compact track loaders create a full line of compact equipment and we are excited to bring more value to the market with the reliable products we’re known for,” said Buck Storlie, product manager, Yanmar Compact Equipment. “Customers love our mini excavators for their quality construction and trusted performance in any conditions and now those benefits will be available in our compact track loaders.”
Performance
All of Yanmar’s new compact track loaders are construction-grade and can be used in construction, landscaping and rental industries. Tier 4 Final Yanmar diesel engines offer performance in outdoor jobsites. The machines have 360-degree visibility and a standard suspended seat. A removable roof hatch escape offers a safety feature for operators.
Operation
The models also include several optional features. These include a work tool positioner, return-to-position technology, self-leveling, ride control and auto two-speed capabilities. These intuitive features help level out the learning curve for new operators to expedite the training process.
Technology
The loaders incorporate Yanmar’s optional SmartAssist telematics from the company’s mini excavator line. Features range from error detection and notification to real-time operational status updates and daily work reports. SmartAssist also includes integrated theft protection, allowing the machine’s owner to set a range from a specific location and trigger an alert if that range is exceeded. A touchscreen 7-in. color display also comes standard with each of the new compact track loaders.
Reliability
The compact track loaders have a suspended undercarriage with a pivot link system at the rear axle for resistance to tough jobs. This linkage technology uses a spring load to reduce oscillation and stabilize the machine, helping with material retention and ride quality.
“As specialists in the compact equipment market, we designed these compact track loaders to be the whole package,” said Storlie. “Our engines are already preferred on a wide array of compact equipment, and we’re committed to upholding our reputation for excellence and reliability as Yanmar expands into the compact track loader realm.”
The TL100VS will start production in the spring of 2023 while the other three machines will begin production in late 2023.
