Bandit improves its entire line-up of tracked carriers

The BTC-300 and the BTC-150 have innovative designs combined with luxurious and comfortable cabins.

In order to accommodate the shift to new Tier 4 Final engine packages, Bandit redesigned and improved the track carrier line. The BTC-150 and BTC-300 are both ROPS/FOPS/OPS certified to the highest standard and common maintenance items are positioned to be easy to get to.

The BTC-300 was the first new track carrier developed by Bandit Industries to accommodate Tier 4 Final engines from 300 to 321 horsepower. The first aspect operators will notice is the new operator’s cabin. It has deluxe captain chair with the seat constructed of a four-way stretch, breathable fabric that rides on a fully adjustable spring-loaded suspension. All functions of the BTC-300 are controlled from two joysticks located on the adjustable armrests. This keeps the operator’s arms in a comfortable position.

The view has also been improved. Ballistics-grade 1 ¼” thick polycarbonate glass protects the operator while providing an unobstructed view of the working area. A backup camera and display screen make it easy to see behind the BTC-300 while backing up. The sound-insulated cab is mounted on rubber isolators to provide a smoother ride while absorbing the vibration of the machine while it’s working. Heating and cooling systems will keep the operator comfortable any time of year. The cab also features convenience items such as a padded cell phone holder, a 12-volt charging port and dual oversized cup holders.

The Caterpillar 315 steel track undercarriage was widened to allow greater traction and flotation, while still keeping the machine narrow to slip between trees in thick forests. The body was redesigned to remove many of the squared off, bulky sections of the previous generation of forestry mowers, resulting in a sleeker look.

A new patent-pending tooth and holder design aggressively processes trees, limbs and brush, mulching it all directly into the ground. The stump grinding head features a 44-inch diameter grinding wheel with a deeper reach, and it offers 30% more torque than previous models for quick efficient grinding. Switching between the attachments is easy, taking less than 10 minutes in the field. And Bandit’s patented mulcher head teeth setup is easy to change, needing only one bolt on the back side of the tooth so it’s never subject to wear.

 The BTC-150 is just as comfortable as the larger machine and includes many of the same features in its compact frame. Its comfortable operator cab features a spring suspension adjustable seat, with joystick armrests. The 1 ¼” glass protects the operator while proving a great view of the work zone, and all maintenance items are within easy reach.

The BTC-150 features a 72” mower head attachment or a 30” diameter cutterwheel. The heads are easy to change, taking less than 10 minutes in the field. The BTC-150 features Caterpillar 308 tracks, available as steel, triple grouser tracks, rubber or a segmented track, with incredible turnability. And the unit is powered by a Caterpillar 148 horsepower Tier 4 Final engine. Source

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