BALLYMONEY BOROUGH COUNCIL
Specification for the supply of 1 No. 3,500kg track excavator
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
A nominal 3500kg rubber tracked excavator capable of excavating a vertical ended trench 2500mm
deep at a horizontal outreach of 3700mm from the centre of the slew ring, over the side of the
tracks, when fitted with a quick hitch and standard profile digging bucket, or by, and only after
agreement, a suitable grave-digging profile bucket . The primary purpose of the excavator being
grave digging to a depth of 8 feet within the constraints of a Lawn Cemetery.
ENGINE, HYDRAULICS and TRANSMISSION
Fitted with a diesel engine of nominal 25HP/20kW driving a combination of load sensing hydraulic
pumps, with a combined flow of 100litres/min, such that simultaneous control of swing, boom,
dipper arm and bucket operation is possible. Double acting auxiliary hydraulic circuit, providing
40litres/min to the end of the dipper arm, flow rate and direction controlled by joystick mounted
switches, with 3rd line hydraulic return for auxiliary attachments. A two speed control switch for
transmission travel speed to be control lever mounted.
HOSE ROUTING/ PROTECTION, and automatic QUICK HITCH
A sliding steel “V” guard to protect the boom cylinder. Dipper arm and bucket ram hydraulic fittings
and hoses to be protected by being located between the rams and boom/dipper arm respectively.
Hydraulic hoses to be routed within the width of the boom to facilitate bucket visibility. A
proprietary automatic quick hitch to be fitted and plumbed such that the operator(alone) may safely
change buckets or attachments without leaving the cab. Such hitch as fitted to meet all current and
pending safety regulations.
CAB and CONTROLS
To current required FOPS/ROPS standards, with wipers, heater/de-frosting, full suspension seat,
with seat mounted wrist rest control levels/joysticks, seatbelt, roof mounted Xenon beacon, work
lights, retractable (gas strut assisted) upper and removable lower front windows.
SAFETY FUNCTIONS
Anti-fall/safety check valves to boom, dipper arm and dozer blade in case of hose failure. All
hydraulic functions to be isolated and locked by the raising of the left console/operator control
safety lever so as to enter or leave the cab. A safety interlock so arranged that the engine cannot be
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started while the console is so elevated. Automatic slew brake, applying when engine stopped or
console/operator control lever is raised. Hydraulic matching system to maintain straight travel for
safe loading/unloading even with the simultaneous use of any other hydraulic circuit.
ENVIRONMENTAL FEATURES
An auto-idling system, such that if controls are not touched for 3-5 seconds the engine revs drop
back to tick over, but instantly revert to previous set revs when next moved. The hydraulic system to
use bio-degradable hydraulic fluid.
SELECTION OF BUCKETS, for dedicated quick hitch use.
(i)
(ii)
(iii)
(iv)
(v)
Grave digging bucket 450/500mm wide, c/w slinging hook.
575/600mm digging bucket, with teeth and side cutters, c/w slinging hook.
High capacity 750mm smooth faced “builders” bucket for filling loose materials
250/300mm wide draining bucket
1700/1800/1900/2000mm wide sheugh bucket (check best width)
All buckets to be weld marked BBC44 for identification
DESIRABLE EXTRAS
Air conditioning, if only available at extra cost, please state fitted cost.
DELIVERY
The vehicle shall be delivered to the Council’s Depot at 44 Knock Road, Ballymoney. The
Tenderer will note that the period required for delivery shall be stated clearly on the tender
document. In the event of delivery being delayed for more than four weeks an equivalent
loan vehicle shall be provided free of charge.
TRAINING
Comprehensive training for 6 No staff including a working demonstration of all supplied
attachments to be provided on the day of delivery.
PAINTING
Standard factory specification paintwork is acceptable, all non-proprietary ancillaries and
supplied attachments to be painted black with good quality 2-pack primer and topcoat.
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WARRANTY
Details of the warranty to be submitted for all equipment specified and fitted. Extended
warranty periods offered must be complete with details.
TECHNICAL
Tenderers must submit a full specification for the excavator as tendered, at the time the
tender is lodged with the Council.
MAINTENANCE
A Parts List, Service Manual, Workshop Manual and full written instructions shall be
supplied for the vehicle, any fitted equipment and attachments as specified.
The Council shall not be bound to accept the lowest or any tender.
Should tenderers wish to clarify any of the above then contact Mr Marcus Gault at
marcus.gault@ballymoney.gov.uk NO LATER THAN 5 DAYS before close date of tender.
Specification for 3500kg tracked excavator, June 2013