Gehl Company recently introduced four new 80-Series All-Wheel-Steer (AWS) Loaders. The new Gehl model 280, 480, 480T (telescopic) and 680 AWS Loaders are designed with four-wheel steering and a one-piece chassis.

The 80-Series AWS Loaders feature operating weights from 7,055 to 12,015 pounds, bucket capacities from 1.44 to 2.35 cubic yards and rated operating loads from 4,055 to 5,700 pounds. EPA Tier II diesel engines range from 38 to 76 horsepower and are standard on all models. These machines have other features as well, such as “intelligent drive” technology.

When the loader is driven into a pile of material, speed is automatically reduced and tractive effort is increased. This occurs without the operator needing to change gears. The operator station provides pilot-assisted controls that are easy-to-reach and easy to operate. The loader’s pilot-controlled hydraulic system allows precise handling of loads with minimal effort.

The view from the vibration-insulated enclosed cab is a full 360 degrees. The cab has doors on both sides. The model 280 is also available with a 2-post folding ROPS, which allows entrance into low buildings. The hydraulic quick-hitch feature includes hydraulic lines that come standard with quick couplers for use as a joystick-controlled auxiliary hydraulic circuit.

The Skid-A-Tach™ system is also available for utilizing almost any skid steer loader attachment. Another innovation, the optional Ecospeed™ high-speed gearbox makes full use of the loader’s tractive power from 0 to 12 mph, but also allows the unit to seamlessly achieve speeds up to 25 mph.

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