NEW Holland Construction, recognised as a leader in the grading industry, says its successful three-model range of graders has carved a niche in the Middle East markets.

“Today, our F170B and F200B at the top of the range, are the highest sellers, meeting the tough requirements of the bigger jobsites in road construction,” said a spokesman for the company.

The main benefits of this range include massive traction in all conditions with the New Holland designed powertrain, the powerful and fuel-efficient FPT industrial engine with variable horse power functionality, the torque converter lock-up and robust axles, as well as the unique design with the cab located at the back of the machine that results in optimal weight distribution for excellent traction.

The powerful 6.7-litre FPT engine, thanks to variable power, ensures higher traction effort at higher speeds, providing more productivity and reducing the overall fuel consumption.

These machines boast high productivity and controllability with the high precision hydraulic controls that enable smooth and precise operation.

In addition, they possess high quality grading and power with the unique Roll Away mouldboard design, which leads the material to curl against the blade, resulting in better material mix and consequently more homogeneous spread, the spokesman said. Together with the central positioning of the mouldboard, the design delivers more grading power, and less effort to push the material with consequent lower fuel consumption, he added.

The range offers high visibility ensuring precise operation and safety with the rear-mounted cab and ample 6.67 sq m of glazed surface providing exceptional visibility on the blades and ripper in all applications.

“The machines have been built for a longer life with the exclusive ‘A-frame’ design that completely redistributes the efforts on the structure, even when working with the blade fully extended. The externally mounted ring pinion is virtually shock-free for longer operating life of the machine. The positioning of the front drive circle in front of the central circle protects it from shocks.

The spacious cab – the widest in the market – ensures low stress and high safety. It is mounted on the rear frame, making it easier for the operator, who is always in line with the working direction, to perform manoeuvres in reverse and check exactly how much the chassis is being articulated, resulting in total safety in operation, the spokesman said.

Thanks to the excellent serviceability, the range provides more uptime and durability as all major components are easily accessible at ground level, allowing for faster routine maintenance operations as well as quick intervention when needed. The engine and oil radiators can be easily checked because of the new ‘flip-up’ engine hood. The outward orientation of the central circle teeth, made of hardox steel, makes them easier to clean and better protected.

New Holland Construction provides a complete range of graders that match the needs of all segments of the Middle East markets – particularly road construction and public tenders, where the demand is the highest.

Its products have been used in crucial grading works due to their high precision, smooth controllability and toughness, said the company. Advanced technology, high reliability and easy maintenance are some of the key benefits of the New Holland graders that are strong and powerful machines, delivering high productivity and reliability in all working conditions and bringing customers a high return on their investment.