Develon launches bulldozer at ConExpo

Develon, Suwanee, Georgia, introduced the DD130 bulldozer at ConExpo-Con/Agg 2023. The DD130 dozer will offer a productive fine-grading solution for residential and light commercial construction and other applications.

“The new DD130 dozer will build on the success of the DD100 with many of the same popular features,” Develon Engineering Manager Moo Young Park says. “The feedback from our dealers and customers after the launch of the DD100 was very positive, and we hope to continue the momentum with the larger DD130 dozer for the North American construction industry.”

Compared with the DD100, which Develon launched in 2022, the DD130 dozer delivers more horsepower, better tractive effort and superior pushing power to help operators move more material and get more in the done pile.

Productivity is driven by the dozer’s six-way, variable-angle pitch blade. Customers can choose from two blade options: a standard 4.6-cubic-yard blade or a 5.5-cubic-yard blade. The operator can freely adjust the blade by lifting, titling and angling it, and two-way mechanical adjustments can change the blade pitch to control how steeply it digs into the ground. Operators can adjust the blade pitch from 52 to 58 degrees. Also available is a shake button for operators to quickly remove materials stuck to the blade.

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Develon dozers come standard with piping for an optional ripper attachment. The ripper attachment features a parallel linkage that helps maintain a constant angle to the ground regardless of blade height. The attachment can quickly break up hard, rugged materials prior to grading, and it can be used to install erosion control. Another accessory, featured at ConExpo, is forestry guarding which includes a front sweep and roof guard designed for forestry and logging applications and will soon be available for the DD100 and DD130 dozers in North America.

Visibility

One of the biggest differences between the DD130 dozer and other brands is the visibility of the machine’s blade. The front engine compartment offers a narrower design to make it easier for operators to see their work. Other adjustments to maximize front visibility include placing the precleaner in the engine compartment, moving the electronic cooling system to the rear of the machine and using low-profile pillars and all-glass doors.

The DD130 also comes standard with a rearview camera and a full-color, 8-inch Smart Touch display that shows the rearview camera view.

Technology and maintenance

Advanced technologies in the DD130 dozer deliver more precision to help operators meet exacting specifications. An optional two-dimension grading system is available to simplify grading even for novice operators.

The DD130 comes standard with an electronically operated tilting cab that provides access to internal components. With the cab tilted, the dozer can be started while the machine is being diagnosed or repaired. An in-line precleaner, which comes standard, helps improve filter life and is integrated with the air cleaner. Self-cleaning and maintenance-free, the intake system can expel a variety of debris, including mud, snow, leaves, sawdust and chaff.

The dozer undercarriage is designed for convenience and cost-effective maintenance. Areas of the undercarriage that naturally experience greater wear and tear are easy to access. For example, a removable side panel provides access to an area to add grease to the undercarriage’s tension system. Customers can order replacement parts through their local dealer.

A telematics system is a standard feature on the DD130 dozer. Customers can monitor the health, location and productivity of the dozer from a user-friendly mobile app and website. The customer’s dealer also can see the equipment status and notify them when it’s time for service to minimize machine downtime.