The tail swing of a machine is how far the machine extends beyond the tracks when rotating. Two common phrases in regards to tail swing are “zero tail swing” and “conventional tail swing”. Zero tail swing – the machines counterweight does not go beyond the tracksConventional tail swing – the machine has a counterweight that […]

Advantages of Takeuchi Track Loader Buckets If you’re looking for a durable and high-quality bucket, Takeuchi is the obvious choice. Takeuchi offers track loader buckets that are built to withstand the inevitable wear and tear on a construction site. The Takeuchi track loader buckets have: A curved inner shell for easy clean-out and to avoid […]

The Regen Process for Takeuchi Compact Excavators Takeuchi’s exhaust treatment system involves Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF). The process of “Regeneration” or “Regen” is when the soot accumulates in the filter which results in the engine’s exhaust temperatures increasing to attempt to burn off that soot. Usually, this process is automatic and the machine does not […]

Takeuchi’s TB2150R has officially hit the market. This model is Takeuchi’s 2nd largest excavator, the TB2150 being the biggest. Compared to the TB2150, the TB2150R’s reduced tail swing design and fixed boom arrangement are what set it apart from its larger predecessor. Ideal settings for the TB2150R are: When you need more compact dimensions without […]

ACT Construction Equipment, a division of Vesco Material Handling Inc. DBA Atlantic Coast ToyotaLift, opens a new location in Conway, SC. An authorized dealer of Doosan Heavy Equipment, Takeuchi Compact Equipment, Bandit wood chippers and stump grinders, FAE mulching heads, and Avant compact wheel loaders. ACT’s new location can be found at 143 E Cox Ferry […]

FR series Takeuchi Compact Excavators Not all machines are made to work in tight quarters. You may have experienced this problem with a conventionally designed compact excavator’s wide working area requirements. Those machines often have a significant tail swing that prohibits working in confined areas which can lead to damage to the machine and work […]