The EQUUS 240 UN is a version of the EQUUS skidder family with hydraulic crane EQUUS 120kN or 140kN, with an inserted gripper as standard in size 0.35 and with the option of using a clamping bank with automatic locking (holding pressure) of the gripping tongs. The EQUUS 240 also has a 2x 16t double winch. The gripper is available in a version with a saw. The hydraulic arms have the lengths 7.5 m (double telescope), 8.2 m (double telescope) and 9.1 m (double telescope). These are the best-selling designs, suitable for most common jobs that require high performance in a short period of time. The forest tractor has a weight from approx. 12 600 kg.
The main attributes of the EQUUS 240 are robustness, economy and reliability. An easy-to-use machine that meets today's demanding criteria, equipped with a state-of-the-art hydrostat with perfectly controlled cooling, allows the combination of a high-performance forest machine with the ability to drive on roads at speeds of 40 km / h up to a distance of more than 100 km! The lowest center of gravity in the class in question predestines it for work in the most difficult terrain.
The EQUUS 240 is available in different versions:
- Equus 240 UN: front shield, rear shield, crane (grappin or grappin with saw), double winch 2x16 tons, from 12,600 kg
-Equus 240 UH: front shield, rear shield, crane with harvester head (SP or Nisula), double winch 2x16 tons, from 12,600 kg
- PTO
- Various application options / special structures possible
EQUUS has installed the most advanced VOLVO PENTA engine that meets the requirements of the most demanding STAGE V emission class. With the power of 238 hp and the torque of 950 Nm, this direct-injection 4-cylinder engine delivers a performance comparable to larger and more expensive 6-cylinder engines, while being lighter, safer and more environmentally friendly.
VOLVO Penta TAD58XVE, STAGE V, 129 kW (238 PS) bei 1750 U/min, 950 Nm at 1200-1750 U/min, Diesel (170l Tankvolume) with Direct injection, 4 Zylinder, 5.13 Liter.
Fuel cleaning: water separator, fuel filter
Lubrication: pressurized, circulating with wet oil pan and oil filter
Cooling: coolant circulation through the water pump, termoregulator's valve
Placed: in connection with hydrogenerators
Handling: pedal with potentiometer