Orders are now being accepted by select authorized dealers of Hitachi Construction Machinery Americas for the new ZW310-7 wheel loader.
The 27-ton loader is part of the new ZW-7 series and includes several features designed to boost operator comfort to improve productivity. The loader will be available in either a base or premium model.
“Operator comfort was a key design priority with our new wheel loaders series,” said Matt Koester, wheel loader product manager at Hitachi Construction Machinery Americas.
Hitachi says the ZW310-7 loaders reduce operator fatigue and provide a pressurized, quieter cab and integrated console for easier-to-reach, seat-mounted controls.
Both base and premium models include a standard fully adjustable, heated air-ride seat that incorporates a seat-mounted armrest with ergonomic electric-over-hydraulic controls. The armrest and controls adjust forward or reverse to accommodate operators of varying sizes.
An 8-inch LCD monitor is designed for navigating the menu quickly.
In addition, both versions of the ZW310-7 have approach speed control, which gives the operator control of the top speed selected during loading for faster and more efficient operations, the company says.
