Hyundai recently introduced the brand new HL975 at last week’s SaMoTer exhibition in Verona Italy. The HL975 made its world-premiere at the show. The new addition to the Hyundai range offers the very best in wheeled loader technology.
The robust HL975 has been engineered to Hyundai’s high standards and designed following thorough research amongst operators world-wide asking what they expected of the next generation of wheel loaders. The result is a tough new machine with outstanding power and performance.
The new HL975 has an operating weight of 26,500kg (58,420 Ib) and at the heart of the new machine is the very latest Stage IV Cummins QSG12 engine with a maximum gross power of 250kW at 2100rpm (net power 247kW). Higher efficiency air handling and advanced combustion enable the QSG12 to return to the simplicity of a wastegate turbocharger without the need for a cooled EGR. Combined with a DPF, Stage IV emission levels are reached.
New Exterior Design for More Robustness and Safety
The true value of the HL975 machine is its power – this is evident in tough working environments. With the high-strength design structure and enduring system proven by rigorous tests at various work sites, Hyundai’s wheel loaders can perform any high-load work to maximize productivity. Durability of frames and attachments have been enhanced by 1.5 times compared to the previous generation 9-series.
Environmental features
In addition to being more fuel-efficient the new HL Series (which includes the HL955, the HL960 and the HL980) has many other environmentally friendly features.
Automatic shutdown of engine prevents unnecessary fuel consumption and emissions. The HL Series turns off the engine when it enters into an ‘idling’ state. Operators can select operating mode and ‘idling’ time depending on work environments which improves its efficiency even further. The optional five Speed transmission with Lock-up Clutch on this machine also aids fuel consumption depending on the working conditions.
The ECO Gauge feature enables consistent economic operation through frequent checks of the machine’s operating state. The ECO gauge level changes colour with the engine torque and fuel efficiency level. In addition, it monitors fuel consumption, such as average rate and the total amount of fuel consumed which are displayed on the monitor.
When operators use the accelerator pedal, the ECO pedal, which comes as standard, can distinguish between economical operation and power operation and recognises the economical operation which in turn reduces the fuel consumption.
The HL Series also feature a ‘travel speed limit control’ where the operator can limit the maximum travelling speed within a range of 20 to 40 km/h to suit diverse working conditions which improves operational effectiveness.
ICCO (Intelligent Clutch Cut-off)
By selecting the H-mode, the ICCO will be engaged for minimizing the loss of power on torque converter. The ICCO restrains generation of heat that improves overall fuel efficiency.
The Hydraulic Lock Differential has the advantages of both improving productivity and less fuel consumption by preventing tire slip during the operation.
New Cabin offers more comfort for the operator
Silent, safe and comfortable, the 10% larger ROPS/ FOPS new cabin with fully adjustable seat provides an ergonomic working environment that offers the ultimate in comfort for the operator.
The new cabin is fully sound-proofed using state-of-the-art noise reduction technology which ensures maximum silence when working in noisy environments such as quarries or waste handling depots.
The new air conditioning system maximises heating and cooling performance by optimising air flow through the cabin.
The electro-hydraulic integrated control lever allows operators to operate attachments with ease which in turn enables greater productivity and minimises operator fatigue.
Hyundai’s ‘Infotainment’ system for the operator’s convenience
The HL975 is optimised to enable operators to access accurate equipment data in quick time. This feature is of importance when working in tough environments to improve productivity.
