ASV Introduces New RC-85 and RC-60 All Surface Loaders

Grand Rapids, MN (February 12, 2004) –- ASV has just announced the availability of two new All Surface Loaders. These new models, the RC-60 and RC-85, help make the ASV line of rubber track loaders one of the broadest available to contractors, landscapers and anybody who needs a hard-working loader with extra traction, flotation and stability. Five distinct sizes of All Surface Loader are now available, plus three special Turf Editions for landscape specialists.

The new RC-85 becomes the second largest ASV All Surface Loader, with the largest being the RC-100 that was introduced in 2003. The RC-60 fits squarely in the middle of the All Surface Loader product line, with the RC-50 and RC-30 rounding out the more compact end. RC-60, RC-50 and RC-50 models are also available in Turf Edition configurations.

The introduction of the RC-85 brings a new value point to the compact track loader industry. The RC-85 offers an exceptional balance of power and machine weight, as well as affordability. This makes it the best solution for tough applications needing maximum efficiency. The RC-85 is powered by a naturally-aspirated Caterpillar 3054C and is rated at 86 gross horsepower.

“Though it is our second most powerful, the RC-85 still offers more horsepower, more hydraulic flow and more torque than many other compact track loaders on the market today,” said Brad Lemke, director of new product development at ASV. “Considering that the RC-85 has most of the features of the RC-100, yet is priced competitively, the value is enormous.”

As with all ASV machinery, the RC-85 achieves much of its power and traction from the track system. The RC-85, like other ASV All Surface Loaders, is the only machine in its class designed from the ground up to run on a suspended rubber track undercarriage. Torsion axle suspension of the undercarriage helps maximize contact with the ground for better traction and a much smoother ride than rigid-mounted track systems. This increases load retention, makes operation more comfortable and increases cycle times through a workday. Also, like other ASV equipment, it does not have steel in the rubber track, so operation is smooth, quiet and with much less friction. No steel inside the ASV track also eliminates rust corrosion – a common condition on other track systems that leads to delamination and failure.

With its manual quick attach, the RC-85 can be fitted with virtually any industry-standard attachment, including a full line of performance-matched ASV Posi-ToolTM attachments. The RC-85 includes a special electric connector to simplify installation of Posi-Tool attachments that require electric power, such as a snow blower.

Concurrently, ASV introduces the new RC-60 All Surface Loader. The RC-60 is a mid-sized loader with a Caterpillar 3024CT 60-horsepower turbocharged diesel engine. It fills the size class between the new RC-85 and the RC-50.

“The RC-60, along with the RC-85, provides ASV dealers with the largest line-up within the compact track loader industry, allowing contractors to utilize our advanced technology in whatever size fits their need,” said Brad Lemke, director of new product development.

The RC-60 comes standard with selectable self-leveling. In addition, the loader arms feature a new efficient, robust design similar to ASV’s larger All Surface Loaders. The RC-60 uses a suspended rubber track undercarriage similar to the one on the RC-50, with 15-inch wide tracks and only 3.1 psi ground pressure.

ASV designs, manufactures and sells all-purpose crawlers, all surface loaders and related accessories and attachments.  For more information about the RC-85, RC-60 or any of the other ASV All Surface Loaders, visit ASV’s Web site at www.asvi.com.

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