Many of the 2005 series of TurboFarmers have the advantages of a ‘Load-sensing’ hydraulic system, which has been commonplace on larger, construction handlers for some time.
The simpler gear pump driven systems are perfectly satisfactory for many farm applications. However, the use of more and more attachments that require continuous hydraulic flow - eg bale wrappers - has led to a need for greater flow rates.
It would be very wasteful to have a huge engine merely to drive the hydraulics, so ‘Load-sensing’ is the answer. A much larger flow pump can be used (150 l/min in the case of these TurboFarmers), which means that speed of operation is much increased.
However, when a load is applied, a management system reduces the flow rate to match the available power of the engine.
Other advantages include a smoother, lower engine speed operation and a reduction in fuel consumption, even when idling!
Weight |
6760 kg |
Overall length |
4300 mm |
Overall width |
2230 mm |
Overall height |
2475 mm |
Cab internal width |
995 |
Ground clearance |
565 |
Rated maximum load |
3600 kg |
Maximum lift height |
7000 mm |
Maximum forward reach |
3600 mm |
Lift height with rated capacity |
7000 mm |
Forward reach with rated capacity |
1500 mm |
Load capacity at maximum lift height |
3600 kg |
Load capacity at maximum forward reach |
1350 kg |
Max hydraulic flow rate |
150 L/min load sensing |
Travel speed (low/high) |
11/40 k/hr |
Engine |
deutz |
Power output |
102hp(74.9 kw) |
Aspiration |
Turbo |
Sideshift/levelling front axle - 102HP turbo - front & rear diff lock - load sensing
Boom sideshift – a Merlo exclusive!
The integral chassis sideshift mechanism gently swings the upper part of the chassis, and with it, the telescopic boom across the longitudinal axis of the machine. The load can be precisely placed without repositioning the machine. Using the sideshift mechanism in no way detracts from the performance or stability of the TURBOFARMER as it is an integral part of the design, not a mere attachment,Frame levelling
Acting hydraulically upon the front axle, frame levelling allow the chassis to be tilted relative to the front axle, ensuring truly vertical lift on uneven surfaces. There is a maximum adjustment of +/-10%.
