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Introducing the FORCAT 2000

With its small size and great manoeuvrability, the FORCAT 2000 allows the operator to work right next to the trees. Because the logs always follow behind the vehicle, it allows a working range up to between 300 to 400 feet on both sides of the main trail. Also, since the FORCAT 2000 is a skidder that you can convert into a forwarder, the operator can go into the rough places such as hilly or wet terrain without carrying the trailer behind the vehicle.

Mpeg videos of the FORCAT 2000 at work

Industrial Setting Ultra Low Impact
Bear Lake 01.mpg Golf Course 01.mpg
Bear Lake 02.mpg Golf Course 02.mpg
Bear Lake 03.mpg Golf Course 03.mpg
Forcat 01.mpg Golf Course 04.mpg
Forcat 02.mpg Golf Course 05.mpg
Forcat 03.mpg School Yard.mpg


FORCAT 2000

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Practical Solutions for Dynamic Environments

Key Features

FORCAT 2000

Compact size

The FORCAT 2000 is 46" wide by 116" long.

Manoeuvrability

The quality characteristic that makes the FORCAT 2000 a unique work tool is its hydrostatic system. In fact, the hydrostatic system allows the operator to operate both tracks independently. It is possible to operate one track forward and one backward in order to have a zero degree turn radius.

Very low ground impact

The big track contact surface (about 1200 inē) gives a very low ground impact (about 2,3 lb/inē) resulting into a great performance on wet grounds. This gives the possibility to work in the worst spring and autumn conditions. The FORCAT 2000 will run through swamps where it is impossible to walk through.

Strength

The hydrostatic system combined with the big track contact surface give a lot of strength to the vehicle.

Power and traction at low speed

The principal quality of an hydrostatic system used in the FORCAT 2000 is that you get a lot of power at a very low speed. Since both tracks are always in action because of their independent hydraulic drive, the tracks always keep tracking on the ground. The big track surface (1200 inē) grips to the ground to obtain a great traction. This means that contrary to wheel vehicle driven mechanically, the FORCAT 2000 does not require a momentum to run over an obstacle.

Versatile Equipment

The FORCAT 2000 is equipped with a powerful 8,000 lb hydraulic winch, a hydraulic front blade to move and pile the logs and a hydraulic back plate to lift the head of the logs and brake the machine when winching.

Low maintenance and fuel consumption

Because the FORCAT 2000 is completely hydrostatic, it requires very low upkeep. Regular maintenance of the engine, hydraulic oil, hydraulic filter and appropriate service of the grease points are the only maintenance to be done on the vehicle. The FORCAT 2000 will run with 5 to 7 gallons of gas for a day of work.

The FORCAT 2000 was specifically designed for partial cut and individual tree extractions, and its heavy duty design will respond to your tough job situations. For pricing and availability options, please contact TDB Consultants today.

For more information, contact:

Dick Mynen
dickm@tdb.bc.ca
250-562-1828

Bert Berry
Field Operations Supervisor
bert.berry@tdb.bc.ca
250-562-1828

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Specifications

General Characteristics
Type Industrial type forestry vehicle
Frame monocoque heavy duty
Steering hydraulically assisted
Ground speed (km/h) 0 to 10


Accessories
Hydraulic winch with horizontal pulling capacity of 8000 lb
Hydraulic lift rear back plate
Hydraulic lift front pile up blade
Hydraulic output for log loader or other accessories


Engine:
Brand Kohler
Type Industrial
Power (hp to 3600 rpm) 27
Cylinders 2 cylinders (725 cc) - V Twin
Starter electric with key
Cooling air
Fuel unleaded gas


Specific Characteristics
Wheels heavy duty with grease fitting
Tracks strap with metal cleat and stopper
Lighting head light under the hood
Cab ROPS and FOPS (CSA, SAE,ISO) approved


Hydraulic system
Variable flow hydrostatic transmission Sundstrand
Accessory pump Bondioli
Hydraulic flow for accessory gear pump 38l/min
(10.1 US gal/min.)
at 3600 rpm
Hydraulic motors (track drive) White
Hydraulic valves 3

Capacities and Dimensions
Gas tank - litre (gallons) 25 (5,5)
Hydraulic tank - litre (gallons) 68 (15)
Track width - cm (in) 26 (10)
Width of vehicle- cm (in) 117 (46)
Width with removable trackguards - cm (in) 124 (49)
Length of vehicle - cm (in) 244 (96)
Length of vehicule with accessoiries - cm (in) 295 (116)
Ground clearance - cm (in) 32 (12,5)
Weight - kg (lb) 1256 (2770)



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