Reid Plant
Hire of Kingussie in the Scottish Highlands has opted for its first Volvo
compact excavator in the guise of an a zero swing ECR25D
Tempting
proprietor Neil Reid to finally opt for an alternative make from what he’s used
to took a little while, after he’d appraised the machine for the first time at
the 2015 Black Isle show.
Nevertheless,
Calum Shaw, who heads up SMT GB’s utility dealer for the north of Scotland, CSM
Sales Ltd, was determined to succeed and having arranged a demonstration of the
2.5 tonne machine coupled to a competitive package, he managed to persuade Mr
Reid to opt for the new Volvo.
The new
ECR25D joins a mixed fleet of mini-excavators, telehandlers and site dumpers.
The ECR25D
is the smallest zero-swing model in the Volvo compact excavator range and is
powered by a 1.1-litre low-emission engine developing 21hp. With an operating
weight of 2.5 tonnes, the ECR25D is available with a choice of short or long
dipper arm, giving a reach of either 4.48 metres or 4.77meters, and a dig depth
measuring from 2.67 metres to a generous 2.96 metres.
The
zero-swing excavator design provides exceptional stability which can slew
within the width of its tracks and is therefore ideal for self-operated hire
applications – for example, working in close proximity to walls and fences.
Simultaneous control of slew and offset movements provides faster, more precise
performance and all hydraulic functions are performed in total independence for
more control and less delay when handling multiple tasks. An added bonus is the
ability to operate a wide range of hydraulic attachments using proportional
control if required.
An
automatic two-speed travel system engages when operating in high-speed mode,
automatically shifting gear from high to low according to the travel load.
Another feature for increased efficiency is the standard auto-idling system
that lowers engine speed to idle if a control is not used for five seconds.
The
engine reverts to the pre-selected speed almost instantly when any control is
moved. This system delivers lower fuel consumption, longer engine life and less
environmental noise.
