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CONSTRUCTION WORLD
JANUARY
2015
“A batch of the new LG968 wheel loaders is already on order for
specific customers,” says general manager SDLG, Grant Sheppard.
“Our customer base has been very impressed with the perfor-
mance of the LG958, but several customers have asked for a wheel loader
slightly larger than this, but smaller than the LG978. The new LG968 has
a similar drive train to these models and provides excellent accessibility
for rehandling applications.
“Considering we only launched the SDLG range in this region 18
months ago, the market’s response has been very exciting. Many first-
time SDLG customers have already purchased additional units and
we have been asked to keep extending the range. Over and above the
addition of the LG968, we will be adding more models to our line-up
during the course of 2015.
“One of the primary reasons for our success with the SDLG range is
that we offer the most comprehensive aftersales service support struc-
ture in the local market for a value add brand product. We have sales,
service and support representation in all themajor centres of South Africa
and aftersales teams operating throughout Babcock’s African footprint.
“The SDLG offer includes driver training and extended warranties
of up to 6 000 hours/36 months. We have a broad mandate that no
machine will have unnecessary downtime and we’re able to offer 100%
parts supply to ensure the customer gets mobile again in the shortest
possible time. The strength of any brand is built on customer satisfaction
and to us, this translates as uptime.”
The 18,4 tonne LG968 is an excellent choice for re-handling or light
quarry applications. Its robust front and rear frame are optimised to
handle the highly intense work performed by a machine of this size.
The combination of Weichai engine and SDLG transmission results in a
reliable and efficient machine. The new box structure at the front and
rear of the frame is optimised to handle the highest intensity work load.
This wheel loader features a fully enclosed cab with excellent visibility
and comfort, delivering the highest levels of safety and efficiency for
the operator.
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MANUFACTURER’S BIG 5
NOW IN AFRICA
In response to an increasing number of customer
requests, Babcock will introduce a 6-ton wheel
loader with a 3,5 m
3
bucket to its SDLG range
early in 2015. The LG968 slots perfectly into the
existing range of LG918, LG938, LG958 and LG978
wheel loaders already operating throughout
Southern Africa.
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SDLG is a value-added range of
mechanically driven wheel loaders,
graders and vibratory rollers, ideal
for applications in the re-handling,
construction, quarrying, agricul-
tural and aggregate industries.
These machines offer extended
trouble-free operation and are
extremely maintenance friendly,
fitted with basic electronics and
standard components.