Develon has launched the DD100 dozer, a machine positioned on the prime of its class for working weight and horsepower. Designed for residential, gentle industrial and highway development, the DD100 is focused at fantastic grading functions, with the producer citing a robust power-to-weight ratio that delivers better tractive effort in contrast with different machines within the under-140hp class.
Productiveness centres on a 6-way variable angle pitch blade that enables operators to elevate, tilt and angle the blade for exact grading. Clients can select between a typical 2.22m³ blade or an non-obligatory 2.58m³ capability blade. Two-way mechanical blade pitch adjustment gives management over digging angle, whereas a blade shake characteristic helps clear materials build-up.
On the know-how facet, a 2D grading system choice simplifies precision grading for much less skilled operators. For larger accuracy, a 3D machine steerage and management choice developed in partnership with Trimble, Leica and Topcon makes use of GPS know-how and an extra in-cab monitor. Electrohydraulic controls come as normal, permitting operators to customize the machine’s responsiveness to match their preferences and expertise degree.
Develon says the DD100 gives the very best visibility in its class, due to a slender entrance engine compartment design that improves the operator’s view of the blade and work space. Enhancements embody a hidden engine pre-cleaner, a rear-mounted digital cooling system, low-profile entrance cab pillars and all-glass doorways. An ordinary rearview digital camera can also be fitted.
The operator station consists of an air-suspension seat and cab suspension system, together with a heating and cooling system. Defrost vents for the entrance and door glass enhance visibility, whereas high-illumination LED lighting helps work in low-light situations.
Powering the DD100 is a 3.4-litre D34 diesel engine assembly Stage V emissions requirements. An eco mode can cut back gasoline consumption by as much as 5% in lighter working situations by reducing pump energy output, whereas auto idle and auto engine shutdown additional cut back gasoline use in periods of inactivity.
The machine comes with piping for an non-obligatory ripper attachment with parallel linkage that maintains a constant angle to the bottom, permitting operators to interrupt up onerous supplies earlier than grading or help with erosion management work. An non-obligatory towing drawbar allows the dozer to maneuver tools across the jobsite.
The undercarriage system makes use of a mix of single- and dual-flange rollers to boost element life, whereas clients can choose general-purpose or full monitor guards relying on jobsite situations. Upkeep options embody a compact in-line pre-cleaner built-in with the air cleaner, accessible undercarriage service factors, a high-performance gasoline water separator and twin gasoline filters, and a rear-mounted cooling system with a reversible fan.
The DD100 has a gross horsepower score of 122hp (91kW), an working weight of 11.6 tonnes with LGP and ripper, blade capability of two.2–2.6m³, and a most journey velocity of 9km/h. The cab is ROPS/FOPS licensed.
Photographs: Develon
