973D SH Shiphold/Port Handling

Shiphold/Port HandlingLearn More

Infinite Variable Speeds (hydrostatic transmission)

• Smooth controls, more operator comfort
• Increased operator productivity

Joysticks for Transmission and Work Tools

• Easy to maneuver
• Intuitive controls minimize training requirements

High Reach Work Tool

• Loader arm allows cleaning of the walls of the hold
• Increases versatility of the machine

Track-Type Undercarriage

• Low ground pressure for better traction in some materials
• Several shoe widths available or can be manufactured at order to meet customer requirements
• Optional center hole shoes reduce track packing and track chain tightening which extends undercarriage life

Lifting Eyes

• Front eyes welded on the Track Roller Frame (TRF)
• Rear eyes mounted on the main frame
• Wide spacing for good stability during lifting

Sound

• Sound suppressed cab and air suspended seat reduce operator fatigue and increase concentration
• The sound levels measured per ISO 6396 reach 77 dB(A) for 973D

Visibility

• Large windows all around operator and clipped engine enclosure provide excellent view to the environment and the work tool
• Day and night operations are lighted with 8 halogen lights: 4 lights facing frontward, 2 lights facing rearward and 2 facing sideways

Rear Engine and Cooling System Location

• Improved machine balance
• Engine less exposed to dust, increase engine life
• Limit plugging of radiator core
• Better visibility at front
• Reduce O&O cost

Reversing Fan

• The air flow can be either automatically or manually reversed. Maintains proper heat transfer by blowing material out of the radiator core.
• The hinged radiator grill gives easy access to the cooling system of the machine

Heavy Duty Bumper

• Gives outstanding protection for the rear of the machine
• Cooling system is well protected in case of accidental impacts with a wall of the shiphold

Maintenance and Serviceability

• Filters and other systems are accessible from the ground on each side of the machine
• Cab can be tilted 90° with a crane or 30° with a hydraulic jack allowing job site repair
• Makes the maintenance of the machine easier for engine or hydraulic components

Engine Air Precleaner

• Debris is centrifugally removed from the airstream and delivers cleaner air to the engine filter
• Air filter life is extended

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Work Tool Options

• Pin-on trim blade for all material
• Pin-on trim blade for coal
• Pin-on general purpose bucket
• Pin-on multi purpose bucket

For additional information on the Track-Type Loader D series, please refer to the 953D, 963D and 973D specalogs.

When the attachments are available a typical Track-Type Loader working in the shiphold/port handling application needs to be equipped with the following recommended features:

• Four lifting eyes
• Joystick for the transmission control
• Front guard for hydraulic tank
• Guards for lift and tilt cylinders
• Guard for the track rollers
• Heavy duty bumper
• Reversing fan
• Engine air precleaner
• E-SALT tracks equipped with center hole shoes
• Trim blade or bucket (with or without quick coupler)
• Lights facing forward, backward and sideways
• Windshield sealed
• Hydraulic tilt cab system