Yanmar has launched the TL80VS compact track loader as part of its new line of compact track loaders. The TL80VS is designed for construction, utility and rental applications.
The vertical-lift unit is equipped with a variety of features, including lift-height and high-flow attachment capabilities.
“We engineered the TL80VS to give the market a compact, maneuverable machine with performance that punches above its weight class,” said Peter Ovrebo, product management director — North America, Yanmar Compact Equipment North America. “This machine’s capability provides similar performance to larger machines while maintaining the agility of a more compact unit.”
Performance
The 9,610-lb. TL80VS is a construction-grade, durable machine. A 2,900-lb. rated operating capacity and 74-hp Yanmar Tier 4 Final diesel engine offers performance on the jobsite. A 10-ft., 6.5-in. max bucket pin height supports the TL80VS’ ability to load dirt into trucks and conduct at-height tasks. Users can navigate the jobsite with a top travel speed of 8 mph.
The new TL80VS is equipped with a torsion axle suspended undercarriage featuring a pivot link system at the rear axle. The linkage technology uses a spring load that reduces oscillation and stabilizes the machine for ride quality and material retention. Additionally, the TL80VS can be optioned with a 34.3-gpm high flow with performance maximized by large line sizes, hydraulic coolers and direct-drive pumps for reduced power loss and increased flow and pressure directly to the attachment.
Inside the cab, operators can access a standard mechanical suspended seat and 7-in. touchscreen display. Full, 360-degree visibility enables jobsite awareness and safety, supported by a removable roof hatch escape.
Operation
Self-leveling technology uses dual-direction capabilities to automatically level the load while raising and lowering loader arms. A work tool positioner enables operators to preset the angle of the attachment based on the task, while return-to-position technology lets operators set a designated height for the loader arms. Through auto two-speed, the machine shifts automatically between low- and high-speed modes for a smooth transition between the two. This gives users more control in spaces with limited room, along with grading and other applications requiring finesse. Speed-sensitive ride control supports material retention at high speeds without needing to actively switch the feature off when converting to grading or other slow-moving applications.
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Technology
Customers can choose to equip the TL80VS with Yanmar’s optional SmartAssist Remote telematics. The service offers a range of features, including error detection and notification to real-time operational status updates and daily work reports. SmartAssist also strengthens security with integrated theft protection, allowing the owner to set a range from a specific location and trigger an alert if that range is exceeded.
Reliability
The machine’s durable steel-embedded rubber-tracked undercarriage provides construction-grade dependability. Heavy-duty bar-tread tracks complement the undercarriage through improved ride quality and reduced vibration. The bar-treaded tracks are durable, improving traction in extreme conditions like snow, mud and soft soils. The unit has accessible daily checkpoints, removable skid plates, three-panel engine access and a swing-out radiator that can be opened without tools for cleaning when necessary.
