Takeuchi adds to wheeled excavator line

Takeuchi-US has added the TB395W model wheeled model to its excavator product line for the North American market, noting the machine has proven popular in other parts of the world.

“Formerly available only in select global regions, the TB395W provides owners and operators with a highly versatile option that combines powerful excavating performance with on-road capabilities, making it ideal for fast-paced projects,” the Atlanta-based company says.

“Wheeled excavators have become increasingly common in Europe over the years, and they’re gaining popularity in other regions as well,” Takeuchi-US Product Manager Lee Padgett adds. “That’s one reason we’re introducing the TB395W to North America. It’s a high-performing excavator that provides all the unique benefits of a wheeled unit, including higher travel speeds and the ability to handle both on- and off-road applications.”

The TB395W model weighs 23,400 pounds when equipped with outriggers and a blade, according to Takeuchi. It’s powered by a Tier-4-Final-compliant diesel engine delivering 114 horsepower at 2,200 rpm and up to 339 foot-pounds of torque.

The new excavator features a closed-loop, load-sensing hydraulic system designed to deliver smooth control and to host a wide range of hydraulic attachments. The TB395W also features two steering modes and a two-piece boom with a long arm the company says allows for greater clearance between the bucket and dozer blade.

An “auto cruise” feature lets operators set and adjust their travel speeds with a toggle switch and, according to Takeuchi, is ideal when using attachments that require a consistent, repeatable travel speed, such as a mulcher, mower or trencher.

The excavator has 13 feet and 5.2 inches of digging depth and has 27-foot cutting height to make it particularly useful on demolition and construction sites, according to the firm.

The TB395W offers a maximum bucket breakout force of more than 13,200 pounds, a maximum arm digging force of more than 8,900 pounds and is equipped with three auxiliary circuits that cater to different hydraulic requirements.

The equipment maker says the cab of the TB395W has been designed to improve the operator experience, containing a multifunction color touchscreen, integrated air conditioning and digital audio broadcasting (DAB) radio functions.

Regarding maintenance, Takeuchi says it designed the TB395W for easier serviceability, offering what it calls a wide-opening rear engine service door and a right-side cover, both constructed of durable steel and lockable to discourage vandalism and theft.

“We know from experience that machine owners are more likely to properly service and maintain their machines at the correct intervals when those tasks are simpler to perform,” Padgett says. “That’s why the TB395W’s design ensures easy access to key daily inspection points like the engine oil dipstick, engine oil filter, engine oil fill and more.”

The Takeuchi Fleet Management (TFM) telematics system comes standard on the new model.

“TFM reduces downtime and controls costs by providing owner/operators with machine health and condition, run time (hours) and machine location,” the company says, adding that TFM also gives owners the ability to geofence their machines, helping them protect and secure their investments.

“As the world becomes increasingly urbanized, excavator owners and operators must frequently work on projects near city streets and other developed areas," Padgett says. "The new TB395W provides the power of a tracked excavator but with less disruption to existing infrastructure and the ability to travel efficiently from Point A to Point B.”