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ZAXIS FORESTER 240-3

Product catalog summary

Overview: The ZAXIS FORESTER 240-3 is a versatile forestry machine designed for applications such as road building, processing, and tree handling. It emphasizes productivity and durability, incorporating user feedback into its design.

Specifications:

Engine: The machine is powered by an Isuzu AH-4HK1XYSA-03 engine, delivering 182 hp (136 kW) at 2,100 rpm, compliant with EPA Tier-3 emissions standards.
Hydraulics: Features two variable-displacement pumps with a maximum rated flow of 2 x 65.5 gpm and a system relief pressure of 566 psi.
Undercarriage: Includes hydraulic track adjustment, full-length track guides, and a drawbar pull of 56,075 lb.
Dimensions: Overall length is 34 ft. 4 in., height is 12 ft. 4 in., and ground clearance is 2 ft. 4 in.

Key Features:

Robust Construction: Heavy-duty booms and arms, a strong upper frame, and a durable undercarriage ensure longevity.
Attachments Integration: Factory-delivered integrated attachments enhance versatility.
Serviceability: Remote-mounted filters, swing-out coolers, and centralized lube banks simplify maintenance.
Cooling System: Side-by-side layout with an optional automatic reversing fan for efficient debris management.

Performance:

Operating Weight: Weighs 68,824 lb with a full fuel tank and standard equipment.
Lifting Capacity: 17,721 lb at a 20-ft reach with power boost.
Ground Pressure: Exerts 7.80 psi with 28-in. double-grouser shoes.

Operator Station: Equipped with a comprehensive monitor system for engine status, fuel level, and fault codes, ensuring efficient operation and maintenance.

Engine Specifications: The engine is water-cooled, features direct injection, and is turbocharged with an air-to-air charge air cooler. It includes a double fuel filter with a water separator and a full-flow oil filter.

Cooling System: Designed to match the engine, featuring a direct drive fan with a reversing option and external debris protection.

Powertrain: Two-speed propel system with automatic shift capabilities, with maximum travel speeds of 2.1 mph in low gear and 3.4 mph in high gear.

Hydraulics: Open center, load sensing system with two variable-displacement main pumps and a pilot pump. System relief pressure is 566 psi, with operating pressures for implement, travel, and swing circuits at 4,980 psi and power boost at 5,260 psi.

Undercarriage and Upperstructure: Features two carrier rollers and eight track rollers per side, with 45 double-grouser shoes per side. The upperstructure includes a standard counterweight and a swing mechanism.

Electrical System: Operates at 24 volts with two 12-volt batteries, providing a reserve capacity of 440 minutes. The alternator is rated at 80 amps, with an optional 130-amp rating.

Serviceability: Designed for easy maintenance with hinged, swing-out coolers, centralized lube banks, and "O" ring face seal connectors. Fluid change intervals are 500 hours for engine oil and 5,000 hours for hydraulic oil.

Operating Weights and Dimensions: SAE operating weight is 73,833 lb. Key dimensions include an arm length of 11 ft. 3 in., a maximum reach of 29 ft. 4 in., and a maximum depth of 16 ft. 2 in.

Control Owning and Operating Costs: Hitachi offers a Customer Personal Service (CPS) strategy, including fluid analysis, component life-cycle data, preventive maintenance agreements, extended coverage, and customer support advisors to manage maintenance and costs effectively.

Catalog excerpts

■ Road Builder, Processor, Live Heel, Butt & Top, and Power Clam Models

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GET MORE DONE You talked, we listened. Hitachi has been in the woods helping loggers for a long, long time. Your insights and comments have always been invaluable to us. We know you’ll appreciate the latest productivity features and durable improvements found on our Zaxis Dash-3 Foresters because you asked for them. Swing torque. Tractive effort. Horsepower. Hydraulic flow. Next-size-up components. New stronger structures. Improved machine protection. Seamless integration of attachment and carrier with installation of Waratah processing heads and a variety of makes and models for grapples. All...

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n Robust Booms and Arms: New heavy-duty booms and arms are ready to take on all applications, whether it be building roads or processing or handling trees. n Attachments Integration: Purpose-built processing fronts and integrated attachments are delivered straight from the factory. n Ease of Service: Remote-mounted engine and hydraulic oil filters and dynamic test ports. n Cooling Package Design: Laid out side by side by side with swing-out fuel cooler and condenser to make servicing the system a breeze. n Debris Management: External screening, sealed cooler compartment, and optional automatic...

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ZAXIS FORESTER 240-3 SPECIFICATIONS — ROAD BUILDER Undercarriage Digital Display

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Machine not exactly as shown. Illustration for dimensioning purposes only.

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ZAXIS FORESTER 240-3 SPECIFICATIONS — ROAD BUILDER Machine Dimensions ZAXIS FORESTER 240-3 ROAD BUILDER Machine not exactly as shown. Illustration for dimensioning purposes only. Lift Chart Boldface italic type indicates hydraulic-limited capacities with power boost on; lightface type indicates stability-limited capacities, in lb. (kg). Figures do not exceed 87 percent of hydraulic capacity or 75 percent of weight needed to tip machine. Load Point Height 5 ft. (1.5 m) Over Front Over Side 10 ft. (3.1 m) Over Front Over Side 15 ft. (4.6 m) Over Front Over Side 20 ft. (6.1 m) Over Front Over Side...

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ZAXIS FORESTER 240-3 SPECIFICATIONS — PROCESSOR Undercarriage Digital Display

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ZAXIS FORESTER 240-3 SPECIFICATIONS — PROCESSOR Machine Dimensions ZAXIS FORESTER 240-3 PROCESSOR Machine not exactly as shown. Illustration for dimensioning purposes only. Lift Chart Boldface italic type indicates hydraulic-limited capacities with power boost on; lightface type indicates stability-limited capacities, in lb. (kg). Figures do not exceed 87 percent of hydraulic capacity or 75 percent of weight needed to tip machine. Load Point Height 5 ft. (1.5 m) Over Front Over Side 10 ft. (3.1 m) Over Front Over Side 15 ft. (4.6 m) Over Front Over Side 25 ft. (7.6 m) Over Front Over Side 28.6...

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ZAXIS FORESTER 240-3 SPECIFICATIONS — LIVE HEEL Undercarriage Digital Display

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ZAXIS FORESTER 240-3 SPECIFICATIONS — LIVE HEEL Machine Dimensions ZAXIS FORESTER 240-3 LIVE HEEL Machine not exactly as shown. Illustration for dimensioning purposes only. Lift Chart Boldface italic type indicates hydraulic-limited capacities with power boost on; lightface type indicates stability-limited capacities, in lb. (kg). Figures do not exceed 87 percent of hydraulic capacity or 75 percent of weight needed to tip machine. Load Point Height 15 ft. (4.6 m) Over Front Over Side 20 ft. (6.1 m) Over Front Over Side 25 ft. (7.6 m) Over Front Over Side 30 ft. (9.1 m) Over Front Over Side 35...

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ZAXIS FORESTER 240-3 SPECIFICATIONS — BUTT & TOP Undercarriage Digital Display

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ZAXIS FORESTER 240-3 SPECIFICATIONS — BUTT & TOP Machine Dimensions ZAXIS FORESTER 240-3 BUTT & TOP Machine not exactly as shown. Illustration for dimensioning purposes only. Lift Chart Boldface italic type indicates hydraulic-limited capacities with power boost on; lightface type indicates stability-limited capacities, in lb. (kg). Figures do not exceed 87 percent of hydraulic capacity or 75 percent of weight needed to tip machine. Load Point Height 10 ft. (3.1 m) Over Front Over Side 15 ft. (4.6 m) Over Front Over Side 20 ft. (6.1 m) Over Front Over Side 25 ft. (7.6 m) Over Front Over Side...

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ZAXIS FORESTER 240-3 SPECIFICATIONS — POWER CLAM Undercarriage Digital Display

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ZAXIS FORESTER 240-3 SPECIFICATIONS — POWER CLAM Machine Dimensions ZAXIS FORESTER 240-3 POWER CLAM Machine not exactly as shown. Illustration for dimensioning purposes only.

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Control Owning and Operating Costs Customer Personal Service (CPS) is part of Hitachi’s proactive, fixbefore-fail strategy on machine maintenance that will help control costs, increase profits, and reduce stress. Included in this comprehensive lineup of ongoing programs and services are: Fluid analysis program – tells you what’s going on inside all of your machine’s major components so you’ll know if there’s a problem before you see a decline in performance. Fluid analysis is included in most extended coverage and preventive-maintenance agreements. Component life-cycle data – gives you vital...

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