Backhoe loader: An allrounder

Sunil Newatia
Dr. Digger
Published in
2 min readMay 23, 2023

Backhoe loader is an iconic off-highway construction equipment with amazing versatility, being able to both dig and load (two classic construction tasks). Backhoe loaders being a multiple purpose machine can dig, demolish, excavate, break, transporting materials, do levelling, loading and much more with additional attachments.

Globally skid loader and mini excavators are giving backhoe loader a run for its money but the sheer versatility of the equipment makes it the highest selling construction equipment in India . Backhoe loader’s size can make it difficult to operate compared to smaller equipment that have advantage of size to manoeuvre around tighter jobsites in urban areas. However, you cannot take a mini excavator down the road at 20–25 kmph!

Backhoe loader manufacturers like Mahindra have incorporated very advanced telematics and remote monitoring systems into their machines Earthmaster provides smart machine management through iMaxx, that benefits machine owners in better fleet management. The technology enables the transmission of information on Service and Operations to the operator and owner. iMaxx also provides diagnostics for quick troubleshooting.

Mahindra machines have been designed to work in a wide range of applications and on different terrains and projects with enhanced fuel efficiency and variable performance capacity. Mahindra Earthmaster VX comes with a multifunction joystick that controls travel direction and speed. The equipment comes with an engine that generates an adequate amount of power and torque. The hydraulic pump in these backhoes helps to reduce hydraulic losses, resulting in a much better fuel efficiency. Mahindra is the only manufacturer in India who guarantees the fuel consumption. Mahindra backhoe provides better excavation performance with better reach and higher digging forces.

Mahindra Earthmaster features the unique Banana Boom. Banana boom has better reach over obstacles and assists in easy and smooth loading of high body trucks. Boom-stick-bucket is designed with perfect geometry which aids well for digging. The ergonomically designed cabin enhances operator comfort and safety.

Mahindra EarthMaster — SX Smart 50 Backhoe Loader

ATTACHMENTS

Attachments are less common on the backhoe loader. Popular attachments include a 6-in-1 bucket, grapples for stone, log and material handling. Grapple enhances the ability for heavy lifting and precision placement of objects. Cold milling planers, Trenchers, Augers, Sweepers are some of the other popular attachments.

When you are selecting a Backhoe Loader, you must consider the machine performance, fuel efficiency and product support capabilities. Mahindra not only leads in these but Guarantees the performance, fuel efficiency and product support!

Call #DrDigger #AttachmentSpecialist since 1990 on 1800 120 7873 sales@suretech.co.in www.suretechinfra.com

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Sunil Newatia
Dr. Digger

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