by Kyle Molyneux | Mon 27 Feb 2023
New Komatsu skid-steers in Ireland
Komatsu distributor McHale Plant Sales has confirmed that models from the all-new, Stage 5-compliant SK715-8, SK815-8 and SK820-8 range of skid-steer loaders are now available in Ireland. The new ‘Dash 8’ range comes with a spacious cabin, high torque engines that deliver quick acceleration, and what Komatsu calls ‘miserly’ fuel consumption with minimal carbon footprint.
Replacing the outgoing Dash-5 model, this latest version is said by McHale Plant Sales director, Denis McGrath to deliver “faster movements, faster operations and a more rewarding driving experience”. Visually, the new range has a dynamic, eye-catching appearance.
Other new features include a 6,000-hour/12-year maintenance free diesel particulate filter; increased load capacity (+9%); increased torque (+7%) and engine power (+3%); reduced fuel consumption (-5%); increased drawbar pull (+8%); new high comfort seat and lower height (-2000mm) for extra manoeuvrability and easy transport. Retained is its unique pull-up sliding door (optional). There’s also a tiltable cab for easy maintenance access, and new 3.5-inch LCD monitor.
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