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New Hand & Foot Controls for Cat® Skid Steer Loaders & Compact Track Loaders

By: Danielle

The comfortable cab you know and expect just got better. Caterpillar is now offering optional hand and foot controls on 14 different models for Cat® D Series Skid Steers, Multi Terrain Loaders and Compact Track Loaders. 

New Hand & Foot Controls Prevent Operator Fatigue

Influenced by experienced equipment operators of which are avid hand and foot control users, the design features ergonomically positioned joysticks and foot pedals; keeping the operator’s comfort first in mind.
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Competitive models require more arm movement and steering effort causing operators to not fully utilize the armrests provided and ultimately causing fatigue after a full work day. The Cat® D Series operator station is designed to combat operator fatigue while engineered to maintain familiar control patterns and provide the feel of resistance operators expect.

While traditional hand levers keep operators from utilizing the arm rest, Cat machine operators can take advantage of the ergonomically enhanced electro-hydraulic controls and fully utilize the armrests while controlling the machine with little joystick travel. You’ll find that this smart hand control design features a single-axis joystick that provides the recognizable fore and aft movement requiring only the slightest arm movements from the operator.

Customizable Hand & Foot Controls

The controls are also now customizable to your personal preference. With multiple control modes to choose from, you can tailor the drive and implement response to your skill level or individual task unlike the majority of competitive hand and foot controls. For a comfortable ergonomic operating angle, the recessed foot pedals are fully adjustable.

The new hand and foot control options are among one of the three available machine control configurations; buyers can select an option based on operator preference. Your machine can come equipped in any of three ways:

  1. Traditional ISO pattern controls – one hand drive, one hand implements
  2. H-pattern controls – two hand drive, two hand implements
  3. Hand and foot controls – two hand drive, two foot implements

The Cat hand and foot controls option are available for the following Cat® D Series models:

Machine Type Cat® Model
Skid Steer Loaders 226D, 232D, 236D, 242D,246D and 262D
Compact Track Loaders 239D, 249D, 259D,279D and 289D
Multi-Terrain Loaders 257D, 277D and 287D

 

More Features of the Newly Improved Cat® D Series Models

cat-232D-made-for-the-barnSimilar to its B Series predecessors, these new models will capture the same reputation for quality and performance along with safety, operator comfort, visibility, machine control, and security.

One differentiating feature of the Cat® D Series line is the fully sealed and pressurized cab which is maintained with the new hand and foot controls. This feature provides comfort for the operator during any job. Easy entry and exit is achieved with a low cab step-in height, a sturdy center step with traction dimples for a more secure footing.

In addition to the new optional electro-hydraulic hand and foot controls, these new D series models feature premium seat choices, optional advanced display with a rear view camera, and a sleek lift arm design for improved sight lines for the operator.

And with a name like Caterpillar comes power and performance. The new D series models will include the Cat C2.2 electronically controlled engine installation churning out better horsepower, torque, and fuel efficiency meeting US EPA Tier 4 Final emissions standards.

Compact yet powerful, these enhanced skid steer loaders, compact track loaders, and multi-terrain loaders meet the needs of operators in the agriculture, landscaping, general construction, and rental fleets. The operations are easy to learn allowing operators of all levels of experience to tackle even the toughest jobs.

Demo the New Hand & Foot Controls Today

Take control and contact your Cleveland Brothers sales rep to demo one of the new D Series machines outfitted with hand and foot controls today.

Request a Demo

 


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