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Track & Wheel is designed and published on behalfof CablePrice (NZ) Ltd, and produced by themarketing department.Design & PrintingBauerTrader (a division of Bauer Media)ContentsPlease direct any feedback or suggestions tomarketing@cableprice.co.nz or mail:CablePrice Track&Wheel magazinePO Box 38040Wellington Mail CentreNew ZealandThe Track & Wheel staff would like to thank allof the customers who made this issue possible.This issue was brought to you by the letter S andthe number 18.CablePrice (NZ) Ltd41-51 Bell Road SouthGracefieldLower HuttNew ZealandT: 04 568 4289F: 04 568 4283marketing@cableprice.co.nzTo receive your free copy of Track & Wheel,visit cableprice.co.nz and select ‘about us’ then‘Track & Wheel’.Cover image:Bright Amber ScaniaCopyright: CablePrice (NZ) Ltd 2012/13, all rightsreserved. Reproduction in whole or in part isforbidden except with the written permission of thepublisher. The opinions and thoughts expressed inthis publication, whether factual or otherwise, arethose of the individual writer and do not necessarilyreflect those held by CablePrice (NZ) Ltd. While everyeffort is made to ensure the accuracy of informationpublished in Track & Wheel, CablePrice (NZ) Ltdaccept no responsibility for inaccuracies or omissions.What’s a QR code?Throughout this magazine, you’ll find QR codes that look like this:Scan the code to see the YouTube clipScan the code to find out moreThey’re there to offer you even more information about themachines or vehicles you’re reading about.How it works:1. Download a QR code reader to your smartphone2. Launch the QR code reader application on your phone3. Scan or snap this QR code to view the websiteSCANIADEALERLOCATORWith the Scania Dealer Locator app in yoursmartphone you can easily find the Scania dealersand workshops closest to your current location,via radar, anywhere in the world. Wherever youneed Scania, Dealer Locator is there. You cancall Scania Assistance or workshops directlyfrom the app, or find them on a map with routedescriptions. You can also save your favourites forquick access and plan your stops in advance witha global list of Scania locations. Available both foriPhone and Android. •NEWSManaging director’s address............................................................................... 4CablePrice off to world final.............................................................................. 5Long service awards........................................................................................... 5Excavator operator competition........................................................................ 6Hastings branch moves...................................................................................... 7THE Expo........................................................................................................... 8Head office opening......................................................................................... 1030 years in heavy machinery............................................................................ 11New faces from Scania..................................................................................... 12Bauma 2013...................................................................................................... 13Fieldays 2013.................................................................................................... 14COVER stoRYBright Amber in the city................................................................................... 16EQUIPMENT FOCUSLealand Logging and CablePrice...................................................................... 22Hitachi ZW40 mini compact loader................................................................. 27SPECIAL FEATUREIn search of power: Scania R730...................................................................... 28EXCAVAtoR FOCUSHitachi mini range............................................................................................ 30Hitachi ZX33U-5............................................................................................... 36COMMERCIAL VEHICLE FOCUSScania double-decker bus................................................................................. 32AFTER HOURSKids colouring competition............................................................................. 38Merchandise..................................................................................................... 40RECENT DELIVERIESTruck deliveries................................................................................................ 42Equipment deliveries....................................................................................... 49SPECIFICATIONSScania truck specifications............................................................................... 54Hitachi/Bell specifications............................................................................... 58John Deere specifications................................................................................ 63

TRACK & WHEEL — NEWSNEWS — TRACK & WHEELManagingDIRector’s AddressShigeru (Shige) Takatori – managing directorThis year is just flying by. To think we are overhalfway through and so much has been achieveddue to the hard work and dedication of the teamat CablePrice.The month of June saw us back at Hamilton’sMystery Creek for the second time this year,following on from THE Expo in March, for the National Fieldays.It was my third National Fieldays visit and the number of peoplewho attend this annual event never ceases to amaze me. This yearthe attendance was over 125,000 in four days. From what I sawand from everyone I spoke with, there certainly appeared to be alot of confidence in the market. Our site was as busy as ever withthe sales team doing deals on a number of different machinesduring the day I was there.The first round of the 2013-14 National Excavator competitionalso got underway and, once again, I enjoyed the opportunityto watch a number of competitors from the Waikato regionshowing their excavator operator skills. Again I was impressedby how they managed to make it look so easy and graceful whileunder pressure to win. Later in the year other regions will alsobe taking part in regional competitions in the lead up to theNational final, due to be held in March, 2014. I would highlyrecommend going along to see for yourself just how impressivethis competition is and how the competitors have plenty of localsupport in their bid to get to the Nationals, and ultimately taketheir shot at the title of overall New Zealand winner.After a slowdown at the end of last year, we see salesconfidence returning across all sectors of our markets, with goodforward order books and strong enquiry activity.Following on from the release of the mid-sized Hitachi Zaxis-5last year, we have recently introduced the new mini (three- toeight-tonne) Zaxis-5 range of Hitachi excavators to the NewZealand market. The first shipments of these units have alreadybeen delivered to customers, with more units arriving monthly.Recently released in Europe was the Scania Streamline truck,a facelift on the current G- and R-series cab with a very strongemphasis on fuel savings for the customer. We should start tosee the first of the new Streamline truck arrive in the countrytowards the end of this year.For those in Hawke’s Bay, you will see we are well intothe development of our new Hastings branch and thingsare beginning to take shape fast. This new site will provideour Hastings team with some much needed space whileAfter a slowdown at the end oflast year, we see sales confidencereturning across all sectors of ourmarkets with good forward orderbooks and strong enquiry activity.4 CablePriceproviding some of the latest diagnostic and servicing equipmentin the industry.In another first, McCarthy Transport, which last year purchasedthe first factory-built Scania 8x6 in New Zealand, recently tookdelivery of a new Hitachi heavy-duty large-size wheel loader —also the first to be sold in New Zealand. This Hitachi ZW550 willbe used as a front-line machine for unloading trucks at the WPIInternational Pulp Mill in Karioi. This ZW550 has an operatingweight of 50 tonnes. McCarthy Transport was kind enough toallow us to display this machine on our stand at the recent THEExpo, where visitors were able to appreciate just how big thiswheel loader really is.A team form our Whangarei branch recently won the ScaniaTop Team competition for New Zealand and will be soonheading off to Sweden to compete in the world Scania Top Teamcompetition. I take this opportunity to wish them the very bestof luck and every success in Sweden. •CABLEPRICE off to wORLD finalsCablePrice’s Team New Zealand tooksecond place at the Asian and Oceaniaregional round of Scania’s Top Teamexcellence competition in Thailandon 27 April, beating out nine teams tosecure a place at the world final.Making up the team were Scott Cann(captain), Michael Adams, Gavin Brindle,Shane Parker and John Burhenne (parts),all from CablePrice Whangarei.While Scania Australia took first placein the round, the New Zealand teamout performed nine other nations tojoin their ANZAC brothers at the worldfinal in Södertälje, Sweden on 20-23November this year.“The competition was very difficult,with the tasks (stations) beingextremely challenging. Plus, to finishand gain full marks in 20 minutes wasnear impossible,” says Ross Wallace,CablePrice’s national training manager.“Adding to the pressure, the teamshad to contend with workshopThe competition wasvery difficult, withthe tasks (stations)extremely challenging.temperatures of more than 36 degreescelcius,” he says.“The team conducted themselveswith professionalism, a great team spiritand a focus on winning at all times.”Teams from Australia, China, HongKong, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore,South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand and NewZealand pitted their wits against eachother in an effort to be one of the toptwo teams to advance to the final.LONG servICE awardsCablePrice takes pride in acknowledging those who haveachieved long-service milestones. The company’s long-servicescheme is designed to recognise those who have 10, 20, 30 and40 years of service, displaying loyalty, dedication and high levelsof performance.Since the last issue of Track & Wheel, eight additional staffmembers have achieved milestones as part of the company’sscheme of recognising long service.Special recognition10-year long-service achievement: goes to Darrell Hopkins,Anthony HartleyDarcy HarrisHastingsWellingtonFaye Harrison and RossBoyd, who have allachieved a milestone of 20James Worsnop Rotoruayears of service.James Sneddon Palmerston NorthCablePrice would like toPeter Meyerhoff Christchurch thank all of its employees20-year long-service achievement:for their commitmentand loyalty and we lookDarrell HopkinsFaye HarrisonRoss BoydWellingtonWellingtonHastingsforward to the growingpool of experience in thecoming years. •Left to right: Ross Wallace, Russell Dixon, Scott Cann (Capt),Michael Adams, Gavin Brindle, John Burhenne, and Shane ParkerScania Top Team is a competitionbasedtraining programme for servicetechnicians and parts experts.Competing teams are typicallycomposed of four technicians and oneparts expert.More information and photos can befound on the Scania Top Team Facebookpage facebook.com/scaniatopteam.•CablePrice 5

TRACK & WHEEL — NEWSNEWS — TRACK & WHEELMan and Hitachi: what a teamIn the heart of a parched andsun-scorched Manawatu lastMarch, the unmistakable sound ofHitachi excavators rumbled on for twodays at the Central District Fieldays, tothe backdrop of long-time commentatorNeil ‘Turbo Tonsils’ Ritchie across the PAsystem as he enthusiastically informedan intrigued crowd on the finer details ofexcavator control.Regional events from Northland toSouthland were held over the past fewmonths, leading up to the national finals.Over 120 operators, many for thefirst time, experienced the silky-smoothcontrols and appreciated the accuracyof precision hydraulics from a number ofHitachi excavators ranging in size from 1.7tonne to 12 tonne.Once again, in a nationwide display ofexpertise, the National Excavator OperatorCompetition saw the Hitachi Zaxis ZXseries in the hands of New Zealand’sbest machinery operators. Using Hitachimachinery, they demonstrated their skillsvia tasks such as painting with a brushattached to the excavator’s bucket andpouring tea from a tea pot, excavating andloading their way to this year’s nationalfinals.The ‘One Day Job’ has always createda level of apprehension amongst thecompetitors, demanding more than justraw operator talent in the form of design,methodology statements, theory test and aSchedule of Quantities (SOQ).Competitors are given an assignmentat the pre-event driver briefing, withhomework. Tests are scheduled for thefollowing morning. The client brief wasto design and build two decorative pondsto fit a 6m x 6m area at the entrance of adrive way. With one pond elevated abovethe other, there was a requirement toinstall a sump in the upper pond for afountain, which was fed via a connectingpipe from a pump house in the lowerpond. The upper pond was also requiredto be installed with a pipe to return waterback to the lower pond.Judges from the New ZealandContractors’ Federation, organisersof the National Excavator OperatorCompetition’(NEOC), always try to throwthe odd twist into the competition to keepthe finalists on their toes. After all, thecompetition is about thinking laterally,requiring everyday skills to solve unusualproblems using an excavator and howbest to fully utilise the equipment todeliver a cost efficient job. On day one thejudges started as they meant to continue,asking for two rectangular ponds of fixeddimensions and with a 45-degree batter tobe connected by a Humes Farm Boss pipe.It sounds simple enough, but with only20 minutes to complete the task, judgeswere looking for operators to recognisethe efficient method was to dig one largepond, install the pipe, and back fill overthat pipe to re-create two identical ponds.Those who recognised the opportunityfound they had sufficient time to completethe rest of the course, thus scoringthemselves a strong points advantageheading into day two.Amongst all the activity, many entrantsfailed to notice the warning signs forboth the Vector Transmission gas lineand the Chorus cable across the park,therefore losing valuable points whenthey commenced excavationwithout seeking a location service orplans — a mistake that could havemajor consequences had it been a realgas pipeline!To be the overall winner, theentrants needed to display a blendof skill at the controls, mechanicalunderstanding and a well thought outapproach to work through thoughtfulplanning, pricing, documentation,safety and a series of technicalinterviews with the judges.In another twist, the finalists weresurprised the morning of day twoby Senior Sergeant Warren Newburyof New Zealand Police (CVIU)requiring a breath test from them.Fortunately, after the pressures of dayone, all the competitors had optedfor a truly professional early nightrather than a night on the town. Thepenalty for a failed sample was clear— disqualification.Top honors this year were takenout by the finalist who demonstratedclean digging lines and a completedround on day one, plus an impressiveperformance in the ‘One Day Job’event. It was ultimately consistency inperformance that placed James Luxof Bay of Plenty Fulton Hogan in firstplace overall, in what was his secondvisit to the NEOC finals. Second placewent to Taranaki’s Matthew Harebfrom M Hareb Contracting, withHawke’s Bay’s Steve Galbraith fromGair Contracting rounding out thetop three.Our congratulations go to James forhis professionalism and endurance insuch a high calibre of competition.With the 2013/14 competitionsheld at the National Fieldays atMystery Creek, Hamilton, regionalrounds will be held throughoutMarlborough, Napier, Canterbury,Auckland and Whangarei by the endof this year. The remaining roundswill take place in early 2014 with thenational finals to be held at CentralDistrict Fieldays at Manfield inFeilding in March.For more information on howyou can get involved in the 2013/14competitions, contact your nearestbranch of the New ZealandContractors Federation or visit theirwebsite at nzcontractors.co.nz •NZCF president Joe Edwards presents toNEOC winner James Lux, Fulton Hogan Bayof PlentyBlair Duncan (left) from the Otagobranch of Maungatua Contractingand defending championHASTINGSis movINGAfter more than 22 years, it’s timefor a change. CablePrice Hastings branchis boosting its commitment to thegreater Hawke’s Bay region in the formof a new multi-million dollar, all-in-onefacility on the corner of Omahu Road andChatham Road. This purpose-built site andbuilding will accommodate everythingfrom administration and sales to partsand service, all on one very high profilecorner site.While many other businesses in theregion may be either downsizing orrelocating to other regions, CablePrice isproud to show its continued commitmentto its loyal customers and the Hawke’s Bayregion by making an investment of this size.“While our current location has servedus well, we now need a new, more modernfacility with better exposure. Somethingthat gives us room to expand our businessby caring for our customers, and to takethe services we offer to the next level,” saysJoe Gradwell, CablePrice Hastingsoperations manager.This new building will be much largerthan the previous building. The workshopwill be state of the art with seven 30-metrelongdrive-through bays — six for trucksand buses and one for equipment, plus anextra three half bays fitted with additionalin-ground steel reinforcing to providefor heavy machinery. Continuing withthe CablePrice trend of recent years, theworkshop will also feature two skylifts inplace of the traditional open pit. Anotherspecial feature will be under-floor heatingmaking for a much better workingenvironment. Something Joe’s sure thetechnicians will appreciate.Given how busy Omahu Road, this newsite has been designed with a one-wayheavy-traffic flow, meaning all trucks willenter via Chatham Road and exit ontoOmahu Road.All this is due to take place late August,with the new site fully operationalimmediately after. In the meantime,CablePrice Hastings will continue tradingfrom its existing branch, with businessas usual.CablePrice Hastings’ new address willbe: corner of Omahu Road and ChathamRoad, Hastings. Its existing phone and faxnumbers will remain unchanged. •6 CablePriceCablePrice 7

TRACK & WHEEL — NEWSNEWS — TRACK & WHEELINTRODucing THEnewest faces from scaniaHi, my name is Daniel Tilly, and for thepast 14 years I have been working in variousroles at Scania R&D in Södertälje, Sweden.For the coming two years I will be based atCablePrice head office in Wellington.I have a masters degree in mechanicalengineering and have been working withdeveloping both trucks and buses atScania. My main areas of competence arevehicle dynamics and complete vehiclelayout, although I have experience fromsuch different fields as product supportand product planning. In my work I havebeen doing some travelling, mostly withinEurope. I never thought it would take meas far away as New Zealand though!My primary assignment here is toinvestigate and optimise Scania trucksfor bulk goods transport in the uniqueconditions New Zealand represents.Hi, my name is Peter Wiqvist and I ampart of the Personnel Exchange Programwithin Scania, giving me the fantasticopportunity to move to Wellington to liveand work for almost a full year.Since the beginning of February I havebeen working at the CablePrice head officeas the market coordinator for Scania trucks.As such, my role is to support the nationalmanager commercial vehicle sales, GarryLeitch, and the Scania sales team, with suchthings as market analysis, public tendersand factory related discussions.To do this, I have already started totravel around the country to learn moreabout customer requirements andoperational factors.I will also act as an extended arm forScania R&D and support CablePrice invarious product-related questions, such asfield quality and pre-sales.My wife Ebba and I arrived in NewZealand at the beginning of February andso far we only have good experiences ofthe climate and nature of New Zealand, aswell as the friendly people.Both my wife and I are keen golfers,so we have begun testing different golfcourses in the Wellington area. We alsoenjoy being outdoors, experiencing NewZealand’s fantastic landscape. Quite exoticto us!I look forward to seeing you around.I am also expected to learn about specificfactors from the New Zealand market,as well as gain experience in workingfor a Scania distributor. The whole pointof the program is to exchange informationand gain knowledge that is ofbenefit to Scania, CablePrice and my ownpersonal development.One part of my assignment I am verykeen on is the chance to visit colleagues andcustomers in different parts of the countryto see the changes in transport tasks, roadconditions etc. and what this means forScania vehicles on the roads.I set foot in New Zealand for the firsttime on 4 February. This day also markedfive years of employment at Scania’s headoffice in Sweden. During the previous 3.5years before my arrival here, I was a marketcoordinator at the head office in Sweden,working with truck and bus sales to Scania’sdistributors in Turkey, Israel and Iran. Beforethat I was employed at the central orderoffice, where truck and bus chassis ordersfrom around the world are handled andallocated for production.My wife, Stina, and our son, Gunnar(who was three-months old at the time),accompanied me on the journey to NewZealand. Stina is on maternity leave forthis whole period, so will be taking care ofGunnar and going to play groups while sheis here. She also has plenty of time to try outsome of Wellington’s many cafés.For me and my family,this year is a greatadventure and we arereally enjoying our timehere in New Zealand.Before we moved here we were living inStockholm, but having sold our apartmentthere, we look forward to making ourselvesfeel at home in Wellington. This has beenmade easy since we have been wellsupported and looked after by both theweather gods and all of my colleaguesat CablePrice. We find Kiwis to be veryfriendly, helpful and easy to get along with.Since travelling is a big interest forus, we want to see different parts of thecountry and take part in the wide rangeof activities on offer during our time here.Where suitable, the family will join meduring business trips to different parts ofthe country. So far, we have been exploringWellington and its surroundings, Rotoruaand Northland. The next opportunityseems to be to Queenstown in August.For me and my family, this year is agreat adventure and we are really enjoyingour time here in New Zealand. In oureyes it is a truly wonderful place that youKiwis call home. •Bauma 2013 Munich 15-21 AprilFor someone who has only been to ahandful of trade shows, it was a was a oncein-a-lifetimeexperience to attend the 30 thBauma Trade Fair in Munich, where I waspart of a record-breaking crowd of 530,000visitors from 200 countries.The seven-day fair was held in April atthe impressive Messe Trade Grounds, withits indoor halls and outdoor display areascovering a massive 555,000 square metres.On display was a vast array ofconstruction machinery, building materialmachines, mining machines, constructionvehicles and construction equipment.Being a Scania salesman, it was great tohave a look at all the different trucks onoffer and to be shown around by Jan-HenrikFuranas, from Scania head office, Sweden.I was hosting Dave Carr from TranzcarrHeavy Haulage and two of his Australiancolleagues on the trip, who are all involvedin heavy haulage throughout Australasia.They were particularly interestedin checking out Scania’s factory-builtR730LB8X4/4HNB 8x4 tractor unit,rated to 250 tonne, which was ondisplay at the fair. I also spent a significantamount of time learning about platformtrailers and equipment used to cart windfarm components.Hitachi was well represented at Bauma2013, with a huge stand of equipmentranging from 120 diggers to massivecrawler cranes.Our competitors also had impressivedisplays. It was mentioned at the fair thatone of the major companies had spent30-million Euros on its stand, and that someof the big crane companies started to buildtheir tall cranes at the venue five monthsbefore the show.In true Bavarian custom, most of thestands at Bauma offered free beer to allvisitors, proving particularly appealing tothe Aussie and Kiwi guests!Of course, Munich is famous for itsbeer drinking and Oktoberfest festival,which draws hundreds of thousandsof people each year. Dave and I spent aweekend exploring the city, and attendedthe Hofbuarhaus Beer Ball that had a realOktoberfest feel to it. Throw in some porkknuckle and you could almost start tospeak German.We were in town during the ChampionsLeague Football semi finals, when localfavourites and eventual league championsSimon Leary in Karlsplatz, Munich.Words by Simon Leary —CablePrice truck sales specialistFC Bayern Munich were playing Barcelona.What an amazing atmosphere. The fans areas fanatical about the game and their teamas Kiwis are about the All Blacks. They areequally proud of their stadium, the AllianzArena, which is one of the world’s best.One of the highlights of our time inEurope was a road trip from Munich toAmsterdam, where we headed to visit thelargest Scania factory in the world.I was co-driver of a Mercedes Benz DieselSUV, with Norm Bradshaw from Melbournedriving. We had the Merc pushing speedsup to 270km/h on the German Autobahnbut were still getting passed by Ferraris andAudis! It was an awesome experience andsomething I’ll never forget.When we arrived at the Scania Zwolleproduction plant 100km north ofAmsterdam, we were hosted by RoelBaarslag, who gave us a tour of theimpressive set up.The massive operation is capable ofproducing 128 trucks per day on two shifts.There were 83 vehicles on the productionline the day we visited. We were hugelyimpressed by the just-in-time planning thatis right down to the minute.A tour of Amsterdam completed our tripthat, overall, was an outstanding experience.I would fully recommend the next BaumaTrade Fair in April 2016 to anyone whogets the chance to attend. Special thanksmust go to Garry Leitch, who gave me theopportunity to attend this year’s event.It was extremely worthwhile andhopefully the Australian friends whoaccompanied me on the trip are now alsoconvinced Scania is the way to go! •12 CablePriceCablePrice 13

TRACK & WHEEL — NEWSNEWS — TRACK & WHEELOn show atFieldays 2013What a start! Unlike some previous years,the 45th annual National Fieldays at MysteryCreek, Hamilton, kicked off with a very mildand sunny winter’s day without a drop ofrain in sight. As we all know, good weatherattracts good visitor numbers and they camein droves — young and old, families andfriends. According to the organisers, 11,500visitors passed through the gates by 8:30amon opening day and by the end of day one,attendance was around 26,000! The finalvisitor numbers for the four days exceeded125,000. There was something for everyoneto see with over 1000 exhibitors on hand.Once again, CablePrice had a diverserange of products on display, from theever-popular Hitachi ZX17U all-in-oneexcavator on-trailer package through tothe latest Hitachi ZX280LC-5 excavator.On the trucking stand we had a ScaniaP360 4x4 ground spreader, along withan immaculately-presented Scania R6208x4 curtainsider.Garry Leitch, CablePrice’s nationalmanager commercial vehicle sales says,“Our truck sales team was busy over theentire four days, meeting the many newand existing clients who visited our stand.This led to a good level of enquires and allin all showed strong confidence throughoutthe industry and with our product range.The decision to display a Scania P360 4x4ground spreader was the correct one —initial interest has been strong resulting in anumber of good new leads.”Also on display was one of the newScania curtainside R620 8x4s, belongingto KPH Transport. As an added bonus, KPHset up a bar leaner, offering our visitors theopportunity to sample some of the freshproduce KPH delivers throughout thecountry daily.Following on from the success of THEExpo held earlier this year, CablePrice onceagain had a large marquee set up, with afull range of Hitachi, Scania and John Deeremerchandise for sale — thus ensuring theparts team was once again kept very busy.Also in the marquee was the ever-popularJohn Deere forestry simulator — a hugeattraction for the young and young atheart, alike!The CablePrice sales team now has avery busy few weeks ahead, following upenquiries and quotes.So, if you haven’t attended the annualNational Fieldays before, it is highlyrecommend for next year. Just be sureto drop by the CablePrice stand (siteE105-E107) and say hello to the team! •14 CablePriceCablePrice 15

TRACK & WHEELTRACK & WHEELFor more information scan this tag.For full instructions, see page 2.IN THE CITYSvempa is a name that won’t mean much to anyonewho isn’t in the know. But those who are willrecognise it immediately as the crème de la crème.The king of the Scania truck customisation is thecreator of such limited editions as Dark Diamond,Blue Shark, Skåne Edition and Griffin. Now, adding itsname to this list is Black Amber, and Svempa is only making 100 ofthem for Scania worldwide.Black Amber limited edition trucks all have Topline or Highlinecabs, but with a choice of any of the Euro-5 Scania V8 engines fromthe 500, 560 and 620hp or the latest 730hp.So what’s so special about a Svempa customisation? Why not justdo it yourself? Simple — Svempa customised tractor units are builtin collaboration with Scania and are well integrated in Scania’sindustrial production process. The basic cab is produced togetherwith all other cabs at the production unit in Oskarshamn, Sweden.The finished cab is shipped to Södertälje for final assembly beforeSvempa’s workshop spends another ten days adding eye-catchingcustom details. The fully customised truck is then ready for deliveryto the customer.For one lucky Kiwi owner-driver owning a limited editionSvempa Scania Black Amber just isn’t enough. He felt like heneeded something a little different, and you don’t get muchdifferent than customising an already limited edition Scania. Whileall Scania trucks can be made to order, thanks to the unique Scaniamodular system, this takes it to a whole new level with a custompaint job on an already customised Svempa tractor unit, thusmaking number 18 of 100 truly a one-of-a-kind Svempa.Second generation and very well-known Wellington truckdriver Alby Mahuika has driven more than his fair share ofdifferent trucks over the past 20-odd years, so when it came timeto upgrade he had a pretty good understanding of just what wasneeded to do the job.Alby recalls how trucks have always been in his blood. “As ayoung lad, I would always get roped in to help with the cleaningof dad’s truck (another well-known Wellington truck driver,Dave Mahuika), something I can’t seem to get any of my kidsexcited about. Then by the time I was old enough, I was movingthe trucks around the yard and before you know it, I’m doingswinglift work myself.”Alby has been working within truck transport for just on 20years, but for the past eight or so years he’s been an ownerdriver,operating under the name ANDSSR Transport (contractingto Owens), with his trucks doing a mix of container work fromthe Wellington wharves during the day and then line-haul workat night. It’s this line-haul work that Alby and wife Neralee had inmind when they went looking for a new truck.Craig Pepperell, of CablePrice truck sales, recalls how this oneoffSvempa Scania came about: “I was sitting in on a conferencecall with Garry Leitch (national manager commercial vehiclesales) and he indicated Scania Sweden was keen to have a SvempaScania sold in New Zealand, as per head population we’ve gotsuch a strong Scania V8 following, and given there was only evergoing to be 100 of these made, it seemed fitting,” he says.“As soon as I saw the photos of the Black Amber with its allblack wheel rims and black steps, I thought of Alby, as I’d seen16 CablePrice CablePrice 17

TRACK & WHEELSo now, just pull upto the top of the hill,push the ‘resume’button on thesteering wheel andyou’ll go down hillat whatever speedyou had it set at.ONE BIGPACKAGE!WHY HIRE? WHEN YOU CAN BUY!CablePrice FinancePhone 0800 346 275Monthly Repayments24 Months @ 4.99%TRACK & WHEELFINANCEAVAILABLE*This offer is availablewhile stocks last.Terms, conditions and normallending criteria apply.on the day shifts and three and four on the nights, and it’s so quietit’s like you’re in stealth mode — you just creep in,” Alby enthuses.“I love the cruise control combined with the down-hill speedcontrol. So now, just pull up to the top of the hill, push the‘resume’ button on the steering wheel and you’ll go down hill atwhatever speed you had it set at. The more I drive it, the more Ilike it. I love it, I don’t like getting out — you’d be hard pushed toget me back in the old girl now!”While the Mahuikas’ Scania has the standard 730hp, 16.4-litreV8 with 3500Nm of torque, it’s also got more than a few extras —20 CablePriceincluding a 22” LCD TV, radio with DVD and navigation, all with apop-up touch screen monitor, 6.5” speakers and an 8” subwooferdelivering a 350W of music. Red LED safety lights in the doorpanels, reverse cameras, Xenon spotlights in the sunvisor, blackanodised boarding steps, super cool aluminium wheels painted in‘Brilliant Black’ with chrome rings and nut caps, chrome step tocatwalk and a cab that’s very well appointed in full leather trim.So all in all, this amounts to the latest in state-of-the-art truckingdesign, beauty, safety and comfort.THE HITACHI ZX17U-2 MINI EXCAVATOR WILL TAKE YOUPLACES WITH A BIG PACKAGE OF FEATURES INCLUDING...Expandable Crawlers (970mm / 1280mm)Operation levers on both sides of the seatPowerful 11 kw engine with robust 1800kgoperating weightFull auxiliary piping on excavator2 year warranty on excavator3 buckets, quick hitch and tandemaxle fully galvanised trailer0800 555 456 I sales@cableprice.co.nz I www.cableprice.co.nz

TRACK & WHEELTRACK & WHEELLogging contractor Mark Lealand has always been abig fan of Hitachi and John Deere equipment and ishappy to share the love with some of his key staff.He has set up several smaller subsidiarycompanies under Lealand Logging, his sizeableRotorua-based operation, that allow selectemployees to own a piece of plant in 50/50 partnershipwith him.“It’s a great way to reward guys who have been with me fora long time, and to get young guys into the industry who maynot be able to afford to buy gear and set up on their own. Thearrangement also means I can lock good guys into the business,who also benefit from the partnership and get something out ofit at the end,” says Mark.Two of these operations (G&L Logging, set up with WayneGardiner, and Holloway Logging, with Richard Holloway)recently took possession of new John Deere 848H grappleskidders — purpose-built, ready-for-work forestry machinessupplied by CablePrice direct from the factory.“I bought my first John Deere skidder from CablePrice closeto 20 years ago and John Deere is still the only skidder for me.It’s a very good tool that just keeps getting better and faster. Thenew hydraulic technology seems to be improving all the time,”he says.The machines are being put to work in the Kaingaroa Forestwhere two of Lealand Logging’s three crews are doing “veryhigh production” of around 850 tonnes per day.“We need machines with fast ground speed and loadgatheringcapability so we can pull lots of wood out quickly.The new machines are doing this with ease and are pretty fuelefficient too.”We need machines with fastground speed and loadgatheringcapability so wecan pull lots of wood outquickly. The new machinesare doing this with ease andare pretty fuel efficient too.The John Deere 848H skidders have a new auto-shift optionthat takes over the shifting — automatically selecting theoptimum gear based on the load, so the operator can focus onrunning the grapple.Other enhancements include a highly-efficient cooling system,latched service doors and a tilting cab that together allow fasteraccess to conveniently-located filters and key components.Mark also likes the option of having either direct-drivetransmission or torque-convertor transmission on the machinesto match ground conditions or different terrain — from steepslopes to swamp conditions and flat land.“Our third crew at Lake Taupo Forest has gone to torqueconvertortransmissions, which are better suited to the muddierconditions there,” he says.The grapple skidders are also loaded with durabilityenhancingfeatures in addition to the heavy-duty axles, largediameterarch pins, high-strength bushings, and the ultra-lealandlogging22 CablePriceCablePrice 23

TRACK & WHEELTRACK & WHEELI started with a very smallcrew of just three guysand myself working in theTarawera Forest. Since then,we’ve continued to grow anddiversify as new opportunitieshave come along.durable hydraulic pump on which operators like Mark havecome to rely.“The reliability of the machines is vital and the uptime we getout of the skidders is great.”If he does have any issues, the response from CablePrice isfantastic, he adds.“They understand any downtime costs money, so if we dohave a problem they are on site to get us up and running as fastas possible.”Lealand Logging also has a John Deere 748H and three 624Kskidders on its fleet.Late last year Mark also invested in two new HitachiZX250L-3 excavators with grapples, one in partnership withemployee Rodney Adams through another subsidiary companyR&M Logging.“The Hitachis are also excellent machines. We already hadone that had performed very well over 7000 hours, so I washappy when CablePrice gave me the opportunity to purchasethe last of the old stock in this range from them.”The purpose-built machines arrived with some guardingalready attached, which “saved a headache”, he says.“It meant we only had a bit of guarding left to add ourselves.We are very happy with the machines — they are quick tools,with very good fuel economy.”Mark loves the forestry game and says he couldn’t imaginedoing anything else.“I always wanted to work outdoors and started as a deerculler before going on to woodsman training school.”In 1988 Mark was foreman of a small production thinningoperation, and says he jumped at the opportunity to buythe business.“I started with a very small crew of just three guys and myself,working in the Tarawera Forest. Since then, we’ve continued togrow and diversify as new opportunities have come along.We got into clear felling after buying a rubber-tyred loader andnot long after that moved into mechanised harvesting.”Today Mark employs 36 staff across his whole operation,including the subsidiary companies.He values the excellent relationship with CablePrice andoften calls into the company’s Rotorua office for a “yarn”, saysCablePrice sales rep, Terry Duncan.“To say Mark is a regular visitor here is an understatement ashe’s almost become part of the team. We often get a call from himtelling us to put the kettle on because he’s coming in for a coffee.”Terry says CablePrice doesn’t take the familiar relationship withLealand Logging for granted, and appreciates it’s a “two-way street”.“Mark is very easy to work with and is very much aboutachieving a common goal. It’s our job to listen to his needs andrequirements and provide the best solutions for his business.”In January, Mark, one of his crew managers Denny Cook, andG&L Logging partner Wayne Gardiner joined CablePrice’s24 CablePriceCablePrice 25

TRACK & WHEELTRACK & WHEELTerry Duncan and Brendon Billett on a John DeereGold Key owner factory tour in Canada and theUSA, which he says was “highly beneficial”.“It gave us a great opportunity to talk directlyto the guys on the production line about howthe machines are constructed and the newmodifications and technologies being introduced.It was also good to talk directly with the supportpeople who answered any questions we hadspecific to our machines.”With an increasing focus on health and safetyof forestry workers and the release of the newApproved Code of Practice for Safety andHealth in Forest Operations by the Ministry ofBusiness, Innovation and Employment, Mark saysthere are definite changes ahead for the industry,and his company.“We need to start getting our guys off thechainsaws which means becoming moremechanised. We are already talking with CablePriceabout a new machine and intend to stick with theHitachi and John Deere brands, as they tick all theboxes when it comes to operator safety.”Mark also intends to stick with CablePrice as hisleading supplier.“There are always issues in the forestry game butit is how they’re responded to and dealt with that isthe key. This is what makes CablePrice such a greatcompany to deal with — its service, product rangeand support are brilliant, absolutely brilliant.”GOT THESKILLS?There are always issuesin the forestry gamebut it is how they’reresponded to and dealtwith that is the key.WE WANT TOHEAR FROM YOU!Are you a skilled diesel technician with expertise inlarge construction machinery?At CablePrice we have some exciting careeropportunities for the right people throughout our13 branches nationwide. As a member of our teamyou’ll use state-of-the-art equipment to repair andservice world class brands such as John Deere,Hitachi and Bell. Your efforts will be well-rewardedwith a top remuneration package. Check out someof the other benefits of working with CablePrice.• On-going training and support towardsinternational qualifications• Modern state-of-the-art workshops• Opportunities to travel within CablePrice’s largenationwide network• Variety of products to work on• Work with your mates in a fun, friendlyenvironment• Flexible hours in some locations – talk to us, youmay be surprisedThe CablePrice story isalready 60 years in themaking. Visit our websiteto learn how you canbecome a part of it.Leading loaderBrett McKenzie did plenty of research beforechoosing a new Hitachi ZW40 mini compactwheel loader for his busy Upper Hutt landscapesupplies yard.“I had a good look around and narrowed itdown to a couple of brands. But in the end therewas no contest. The Hitachi loader was the perfect match forwhat we needed — it’s the ideal size, can load trailers or truckswith ease, and is nice and quiet around the yard. The brand alsohas great resale further down the line.”McKenzie knows a thing or two about good equipment. Hecomes from a contracting background and at the age of 12 starteddriving machinery in the family business for pocket money.In 2001 he took over Whakatiki Concrete and Soil Suppliesand there are now three arms to the business — a landscapesupplies yard, truck hire division and civil constructionoperation M&M Construction, which he recently took over fromhis parents upon their retirement.The new ZW40 is working overtime in McKenzie’s one-stopaggregate and garden supply yard, which enjoys a constant flowof customers.The machine handles everything from dry top soil, to riversand, bark chips and mulch, quarry materials and river pebbles,and is also used to load trucks with clean-fill, including largelumps of concrete, asphalt, bits of footpath and wet clay that aredumped at the clean-fill tip McKenzie also operates on site.“We’re rapt with it. It basically loads everything from theback of a double-cab ute right up to 10 yarders. It has excellentreach, tipping right into the middle of a truck deck, rather thanon the edge.”McKenzie says although his yard is reasonably spacious, theagility of the loader is a big plus when dealing with the public,who don’t always manage to park their trailers in the right spaces.“The loader has excellent steering performance. It also hasgreat visibility and there are no blind spots. We can look overour shoulders down the sloping back bonnet and see right tothe ground, which makes accidents far less likely.”The ZW Compact series of wheel loaders has been designedwith functionality and mobility in mind, making them theperfect tool for a variety of operators, including generalcontractors and landscape gardeners.The machines are equipped with numerous high-qualityfunctions including operator comfort, heavy loadperformance supporting powerful digging, high level safetyand easy maintenance.“Our new loader is a really well-designed machine with aneasily-accessible engine compartment that makes checking thewater and oil a breeze. Hitachi has thought of everything, ratherthan just slapping a frame around the motor,” says McKenzie.He is also impressed by how “incredibly quiet” the machine is.“Our yardman can comfortably have a conversation on hiscell phone while the machine is turned on. We used to have tostop our old loader to do this.”McKenzie says purchasing the ZW40 from CablePrice hasbeen a “seamless exercise” since he first met the team andviewed the machine at the Machinery Expo at Mystery Creekearlier this year.“The communication has been great. Nothing seems tobe a problem and Raymond kept me in the loop when I wasoverseas for a couple of weeks during the process.”He says CablePrice will be the first port of call when thetime comes to replace any of his old diggers or other pieces ofequipment across his business operation.“I’m pretty impressed with the working relationship we’veestablished over just one purchase. This is the first piece ofbrand new commercial gear I’ve ever bought, and Raymondand the CablePrice team made me feel it was just as importantto them — like I was buying a million-dollar machine off them,rather than a mini loader.”0800 555 456 I www.cableprice.co.nz26 CablePriceCablePrice 27

TRACK & WHEELTRACK & WHEELIn search ofpowerWords and images by Phil SampsonIt’s a long way from Monaco to Millbrook, but for former Formula 1 star andtwo-time Le Mans winner Allan McNish, the journey was well worth it.Despite a lifetime behindthe wheel of someof the most exoticvehicles ever devised,Formula 1 star and twotimeLe Mans winnerAllan McNish had never stepped up totry his hand at driving a state-of-the-artheavy commercial vehicle. So when thechance finally arose, we didn’t have toask him twice.We met him on a bitterly cold wintermorning at the Millbrook proving ground,deep in the heart of rural Bedfordshirein the UK. Allan had just rolled up in ashining, lipstick-red Audi R8, the purrof its V10 engine cracking the icy air.The coffee was on and the bacon rollswere calling, but Allan bypassed ouroffers of hospitality and headed insteadfor the other high-horsepower vehiclegleaming nearby.Gary Wright’s Scania R 730 tag-axletruck is the first example of Scania’s730-horsepower V8 to be delivered,not just in the UK but anywhere in theworld. “Power, performance and tractionare extremely important to us as weare involved in a variety of transportoperations, including continental fridgework, low-loaders and forestry,” explainsGary who, together with his fatherHaydn, runs Welshpool-based haulier andlight commercial rental operator WrightsSelf Drive.As the proud owner, Gary kindly agreedto join us for the day so the arrival of hisR 730 could be marked in style. And whatbetter way to do that than invite a worldclassdriver, one well used to handling 700-plus horsepower (albeit in a rather differentcapacity), to take it on its first outing?In addition to Scene Scania, a videocrew was on hand to record the moment,together with Autosport journalist MarkGlendinning, who relished the ideaof producing a very different kind offeature for his publication. Allan’s in-cabexperience began with a safety briefingand familiarisation of the controls by Scaniadriver experience manager Mark Agnew.How did he feel about teaching one of themost successful drivers of the current UKcrop to handle a vehicle?“No problem at all,” replies Mark. “Allanis a professional driver, and as such hispriority was to gain an understanding andappreciation of a vehicle he was about todrive for the very first time. Needless to say,he adapted extremely quickly and I couldsense my role gradually changing frominstructor to passenger. But all the timeAllan was keen to learn more about thevehicle and its capabilities. There’s no doubthe was genuinely interested in getting themost out of the day.”After several laps around the Millbrookcircuit, the draw of the bacon roll finallyproved too much. Over breakfast Allan gaveus his first impressions of the Scania R 730.“Well, the first feeling was apprehension,as I was entering into a different world,”he replied. “OK, it’s got a steering wheel,it’s got a lot of horsepower and torque,and it’s got four wheels — or in this case,more than four wheels — but it’s effectivelya motor vehicle,” says Allan.“It’s also something totally different: it’snot a racing car, it’s not a road car. It’s high,and my first sensation came while climbinginto the cab — I nearly got vertigo. Youknow, my head height is 1.65 metres, andthat doesn’t even reach the bottom of theseats. You’re sitting very, very high.“You’ve got a wide expanse of glassin front of you,” Allan continues, “but youcan’t see the rear. You know you’ve got anarticulated trailer on the back that you can’tactually see, so it’s not as if you can pinpointvery easily the front and back corners ofthe vehicle. But when you get going, yousuddenly realise where and how you do it,with all the mirrors that are perfectly placedto give you that additional vision.”To ensure the power is laid down inthe smoothest and most efficient mannerpossible, the R 730 is equipped with thenew generation Scania Opticruise gearselectionsystem. How did Allan take to that?“Mark said it was very, very easy, at whichpoint I thought he was telling me a littlebit of a fib here,” Allan says. “It couldn’tactually be that easy, could it? But I wasimpressed — it was. You simply start theengine, put it into drive and Opticruisethen automatically selects the best gear,depending upon the weight of the vehicleand whether it’s going uphill or downhill.“In our circumstances there was a slightdownhill incline, so we were actuallystarting off in second gear. As you take thehandbrake off, there’s an auto-hold brake onthere as well, so when you go over from thefootbrake to the accelerator you don’t startrolling for three seconds. Then you touchthe throttle and off you glide.“It’s got a lot of horsepowerand torque,” says world-classdriver Allan McNish whileoperating a Scania R 730Allan McNish behind the wheel“When you’ve got 3000Nm of torque youexpect a kick and you expect an aggressivesort of acceleration, but it was verycontrolled. It was very relaxed and verysmooth in its acceleration.“Also, the changes between the gearswere instantaneous. Suddenly, I’d rampedup to eighth and ninth gear before Ieven knew it, and that was a surprisebecause of the smoothness. I didn’tthink you’d be able to control that sort ofhorsepower and torque in such a way asit was actually happening.”Can any comparisons be made betweenthe R 730 and the kind of vehicles AllanMcNish is more used to driving?“We’ve got similar amounts ofhorsepower, but a lot less torque,” he says.“We’re running with just over 1000Nm oftorque, which in a race car of 900 kilogramsis like a rocket ship. When you’ve got 44tonnes, it’s a lot more weight to pull forwardand also to stop. But the technology in thetruck was very interesting for me becauseI saw a lot of the same sort of solutionto problems, but maybe using them in aslightly different way.“For us, gearshifts are critical,” heexplains. “They have to be fast, they haveto be precise, they have to be smooth. Ifthey’re not, there’s a loss of top speed,which can equate to one or two kilometresper hour at the end of each straight atMulsanne in Le Mans. That one or twokilometres means a little bit of fuel, butit also means the opposition could becoming past you into the first chicane.“Here in the truck, the gearshifts have tobe so smooth and precise because there’s14 gears, and you’re going up and downthe gearbox very quickly. But you’ve alsogot to get the correct gear for the correctspeed for the correct revs, so you have thefuel economy benefit.“Personally speaking, the area where Ihad to learn a little bit more was the length,especially when overtaking somethingor where you’ve got to manoeuvre andhave restricted width. That’s when yourealise the length and the positioning ofthe vehicle is critical. And that took me alittle bit of time, I would say, to get my brainaround the fact the rear corner is quite along way back.”When it came to reversing, as a rookietrucker Allan certainly impressed theScania team. What does he put his abilitydown to?“Talent, pure talent,” he says with a laugh.“Seriously, I think there’s a little bit of otherthings too. As a racing driver I have to saywe don’t park cars very well. I’ve said toquite a lot of people, it doesn’t take a lot ofskill to park it against a barrier at 120mph.But when it comes to reversing, I grew upin the southwest of Scotland.“Dumfries is a big farming community.My whole family are involved with farming,and I was quite used to driving a shorttractor and a long trailer when I wasgrowing up. That was a good 25 or 30 yearsago. But I think the principles of it are thesame, you know, to align yourself and getinto position. I managed two out of threeof my reversing attempts. The third one,I had to take a second go at it. I was a bitembarrassed about that.“To sum up my Scania experience, it’sbeen a fantastic day because I think it’salways good to get out of your naturalboundaries, what you’re used to and lookat other things.“I’ve known Scania for a long time atquite close quarters, but to come up anddrive the latest and greatest truck on theroad and to see how, I would say, Scania islooking towards the next requirements ofdrivers and what they need is somethingthat has been interesting for me.”28 CablePriceCablePrice 29

TRACK & WHEELTRACK & WHEELNew Zaxis-5 Mini ExcavatorsModel Power kW@rpm WeigHT kgBucketm³Dig DePTH mmBUcket BreakoUTkgf*ZX33U-5 21.2kW (28.4hp) 3 320 - 3 720 0.08 3130 2770ZX38U-5 21.2kW (28.4hp) 3 770 - 4 170 0.10 3460 2760ZX48U-5 28.2kW (37.8hp) 4 730 - 5 060 0.11 3630 3270ZX55U-5 28.2kW (37.8hp) 5 040 - 5 370 0.14 3830 3750ZX65USB-5 34.1kW (46.4hp) 6 140 - 6 290 0.22 4120 4190*isoZX33U-5ZX38u-5ZX48u-5ZX55u-5ZX65usb-5It’s not just aboUT the sizeImpressive new mini excavator range from HitachiCablePrice (NZ) Ltd isproud to release thenew Hitachi Zaxis-5 miniexcavator range, whichincludes the ZX33U-5,ZX38U-5, ZX48U-5,ZX55U-5 and ZX65USB-5. The new Zaxis-5range from Hitachi has evolved with theultimate mini excavators to deliver a newlevel of precision, power and productivityto machine owners and operators.With an extensive history of qualityengineering and manufacturinginnovation in mining and constructionequipment, Hitachi has continued toevolve its mini excavators into one ofthe most versatile machines in the lightequipment market.Customised to suit a diverse numberof industry applications, Hitachi miniexcavators are being relied uponaround the world in areas includinginfrastructure, construction, landscaping,residential and commercial developmentsthrough to material handling, scraprecycling and deconstruction.Extending on the success of itspredecessor model, the new Zaxis-5 rangeboasts a number of customer inspiredupgrades as well as revolutionary newfeatures to provide operators with aleading edge on the worksite.Hitachi’s renowned compactswing radius and precise movementallow smooth, quick and responsivecontrollability in complex andchallenging applications.Factory standard hose rupture valveshave been integrated into all miniexcavator models to further enhancemachine safety. In addition, the new minisboast a strengthened frame structure,designed for enhanced safety and greatermachine durability.Four of the new models have shown anincrease in productivity by an average of2.75%* percent, with an 11.5%* reductionin fuel consumption.Just like Hitachi’s mid-size excavators,power mode and eco mode havebeen incorporated into the newmini excavators, optimised for bothperformance and improved fuelefficiency. By selecting the eco mode,operators have the added benefit ofnot only increasing fuel efficiencyby reducing the speed of the frontattachment, but also maintaining a similarlevel of performance to that experiencedin power modes of conventional models.A new energy-efficient engine has ledto a reduction in both fuel consumptionand noise levels by suppressing excessiveengine RPMs during light operations.The stack muffler specification providessuper low noise levels and reducesexhaust gas pollutants, helping to createa significantly more environmentallyfriendlymachine.Auto idle prevents unnecessary fuelconsumption and exhaust gas emissionswhen the excavator is idling.The intelligent transmissionsystem automatically shiftsbetween high and low accordingto load, particularly whenmoving from a flat surface to aslope where the transmissionshifts to low for smoothclimbing. Travel speeds canalso be switched during bladeoperations. In addition, thedistance between the blade andbucket has been reduced toenhance front blade operations,such as asphalt removal.A comfortable and spaciousoperator environment has beenachieved by increasing thetotal workspace. The front windshieldis larger and provides a wider fieldof vision for the operator. A newlydesigned,multi-function monitor systemdisplays information, including machinediagnostics, settings and warnings, in anintuitive manner.Improvements in accessibility andserviceability are easy to see in the newmodels. The oil cooler and radiator areconveniently positioned, with a newlydesignedcooler core and rounded framestructure, helping to reduce materialbuild up and making cleaning easy.The integration of engine covers thatslide out of the way has also streamlinedmachine maintenance and inspections.Evolution over decades has seenHitachi develop into a market leaderthrough product innovation and qualityengineering. The advancement inHitachi excavator technology, as wellas the integration of customer-inspiredfeatures, continues to drive newproducts such as the impressive Zaxis-5mini excavators.Key FeaTUresOF THE MINI RANGE• Zero tail swing: Hitachi’s distinguishedzero tail swing allows operators toundertake excavation work in confinedand complex spaces that are restrictedby limited accessibility.• Reinforced D-shaped frame: Themachine frame is reinforced with aD-shaped frame, protecting againstdamage and impact by obstructions.• Auto-idle function: When shifting thecontrol lever to neutral, engine speedslows automatically down to idlingspeed just four seconds later, reducingfuel consumption, emissions and noise.• Reinforced blade: The box-sectionstay is utilised at the blade for higherdurability.• New-structure rubber crawlers: TheHitachi-developed rubber crawlers arehighly durable, featuring a steel-coredstructure that protects shoe edgesfrom being damaged, even when ridingon curbs.30 CablePrice CablePrice 31

TRACK & WHEELTRACK & WHEELFirst class,topdeckAs Scania’s streamlinedK32OUD6X2 settles intoits job ferrying hundredsof commuters in and out ofAuckland’s bustling CBD,we catch up with RitchiesTransport director AndrewRitchie to see how the city’sfirst-ever urban doubledecker is performing.Commuters fromAuckland’s North Shoreto the CBD in earlyMarch would have beendoing double-takes asRitchies Transport’sfirst double-decker bus dedicated tourban service made its debut along thenorthern busway.The streamlined Scania K32OUD6X2— liveried in AT Northern Expresscolours — made its inaugural trip acrossthe Auckland Harbour Bridge withAuckland Mayor Len Brown aboard.But such is passenger demand alongone of Auckland’s busiest transportcorridors, that immediately after theceremonial ribbon-cutting scissors hadbeen put away, the Scania was serving itsintended purpose — handling increasingpatronage, while doing its bit to reducevehicle congestion.32 CablePriceCablePrice 33

TRACK & WHEELTRACK & WHEELFor more information scan this tag.For full instructions, see page 2.Built by Gemilang in Malaysia, the Scania measures 12.1 metresin length and can carry up to 86 seated passengers, with a further14 standing. Ritchies Transport operates the bus under contract toAuckland Council.Ritchies Transport director Andrew Ritchie says he and hisdedicated double-decker driver crew are impressed with howintuitive and user-friendly the Scania is.“Right out of the box it’s very simple to drive. We’ve got a coupleof drivers rostered to that particular bus, but any of our staff couldhop in and drive it.”Ritchie says that, due to the K32OUD6X2’s application on thesegregated Northern Busway, there was very little infrastructurethat needed modifying ahead of its arrival on the route.“The double decker is perfect for the run as there are nooverhangs, no major buildings or verandas and no street signage tocontend with. The bus stations along the route have been designedin a way that leaves plenty of room around the busway itself.“The only modifications we needed before putting thedouble decker into service was some tree trimming alongthe Victoria Park side of Fanshawe Street [where the northernmotorway begins ahead of the Auckland Harbour Bridge],”he says.The northern busway was completed in 2009 andincorporates 6.2km of dual carriageway running parallel withthe northern motorway (SH1), beginning at the ConstellationDrive/upper harbour highway interchange, before flowing intoa single southbound bus lane at the Onewa Road interchangeand then onto the Auckland Harbour Bridge.Like the chief northern commuter route, the RitchiesTransport depot in Albany on Auckland’s North Shore, is theproduct of more forward planning, with a turning pad andworkshop bays, easily accommodating the 4.25m-high newaddition. Even the mobile washer unit used to rid the fleet ofthe road grime which develops incredibly quickly on urbanroutes, is of sufficient height to keep the tinted windows of theupper deck perfectly clean.“We’ve had double-decker buses working provincial routesfor a long time, so the design itself isn’t new to us,” says Ritchie.“As a result we’re fully set up for double deckers. Essentially, thatbus is a trial unit, but I’d love to see us with more on our cityroutes eventually.”Despite plans to extend the northern busway further north inthe near future, Ritchie is pragmatic about extending the servicearea covered by the double decker to suit.“The bulk of traffic volume really is from Constellation[Drive], south. During peak times we have a lot of passengersgetting on and off the bus, which is great. But there are logisticsto that process that you have to take into account too: we needa ticket controller to stand at the back doors in addition to theusual entry point up front during the rush hour.“If we only had one entry point, we’d have people standingin huge queues waiting to get on board and that’d be a badresult for our schedule. It’s the same story at the other endin Britomart [where the double-decker service terminates inAuckland’s CBD]. Right now, I see the double decker workingreally well where it is: that’s why we wanted it there after all,”Ritchie says.He knows his stuff too, having grown up steeped in theheritage and knowledge of his family’s business, which has beenoperating for over 70 years. These days the company Ritchieruns boasts a combined fleet of over 900 vehicles, with depotsfrom Whangarei in the north, to Gore in the south, and 12locations in between (they even service the Chatham Islands).Ritchies Transport boasts around 230 buses on Auckland’sstreets alone.On Scania — and CablePrice’s — performance and reputation,he is typically straightforward with his response. “Bloody good.Scania know what they’re doing and so does the distributorhere. We’ve got a number of Scanias on the fleet and they dowhat we expect of them. We can’t ask for more than that.“And we’ve had a long relationship with CablePrice too. Youdon’t get that easily, which is a testament to them.”34 CablePrice CablePrice 35

TRACK & WHEELTRACK & WHEELYoUTHFUl exuberanceFor more information scan this tag.For full instructions see page 2.You actually feellike you’re in a muchlarger machine.He might be just 20 years old, but age is nobarrier to success for young entrepreneurBryce O’Sullivan.The Porirua contractor started hisearthmoving, drainage and general contractingbusiness at the age of 16, with one digger anda truck. Now he has six guys working for his company BryceO’Sullivan Contracting and an ever-expanding complement ofgear, including the very latest Hitachi mini excavator ZX33U-5,recently launched by CablePrice.“It’s a brilliant little machine. I had been waiting for it tocome out, and just happened to be at CablePrice one day gettingsome filters when I spotted it in the yard. I hit up the repRaymond O’Shanassy for a test drive and now we’re rapt to beone of the first companies in New Zealand to own a machinefrom this series.”Hitachi’s new compact ZX33 excavators are sturdy, nimbleand productive — with excellent controllability, the ability to actswiftly in narrow work spaces, and reduced fuel consumption.O’Sullivan says his new machine is ticking all these boxes andhas more than met his expectations after being put to the test ona range of tasks including site work, drainage and section clearing.“We did over 100 hours with it in the first two weeks, which ithandled easily. It is definitely one of the nicest diggers I’ve drivenand Jonno, one of my operators, reckons it has better stability andfar more speed than any previous models he’s worked with.”O’Sullivan generally assigns his staff to operate specificmachines, as he says this creates efficiency and keeps themachines “nice and tidy”.“Jonno is on the new machine most of the time. He’s prettystoked with it,” says O’Sullivan. In fact, both men like the comfortand ease of use of the Hitachi cab.“It is bigger than you expect with plenty of leg room, easyaccess and great visibility over the work site. You actually feel likeyou’re in a much larger machine,” he says.Other features of the cab include an ergonomically-designedconsole and seat, and a host of devices including armrests, airconditioning, radio, a drink holder and a seatback box.The impressive Hitachi pilot control system providesexcellent fine control and low-effort handling. Speed is easilycontrolled by the operator, with an auto speed-change systemshifting travel speed when loads exceed or are less than acertain limit.The ZX33 is O’Sullivan’s second new Hitachi machine fromCablePrice Wellington.Twelve months ago he purchased a new ZX17 excavator to gowith a second-hand Hitachi excavator he had also sourced fromthe company. Also in his fleet are a couple of diggers, five trucksand a skid steer.To own and operate an already sizeable and rapidly-growingcompany at such a young age is a huge achievement, but one thatO’Sullivan takes in his stride.“Earthmoving is in my blood. My dad has been in the industryfor 40 years and my mum’s dad was also an earthmover. Mybrother, two uncles and four or five cousins are in the game, too.”As his company continues to grow and evolve, O’Sullivanreckons he’ll be knocking on CablePrice’s door when he needsadditional machines in the future.“Ray is great to deal with and if there are any problems he sortsthem out straight away.”He also expects to stick with the Hitachi brand.“I reckon it’s the best in the market, which is why I continueto choose it. It’s definitely hard to fault our new little Hitachi — Iwouldn’t go anywhere else for a mini machine.”36 CablePrice CablePrice 37

In this issueCablePrice willbe giving awaytwo prizes of $50Toy World vouchers.There are two age categories: 0-5yrs and 6-12yrs.To enter, simply colour in the picture for your age group andsend your entries to:Colouring CompetitionCablePrice, Marketing DepartmentPO Box 38-040, Wellington Mail Centre 5045Remember to complete all the details on the entry form to be eligible.Final date for entries will be 5pm on 30 September, 2013. Winners will be notified by phoneand prizes will be couriered to the address supplied on the entry form. Note: Prizes canonly be sent by courier to a physical address, not PO boxes or private bags. The colouringcompetition will be available for download from cableprice.co.nz for any entrants not wishingto colour in on the gloss paper of the magazine.Last issue’s Winners0-5 yrs 6-12 yrsSophie Huddleston, 4 1/2 and Tim Milne, 90-5yearolds6-12yearoldsDid you know...?The new Scania double-decker bus, operating in Auckland city, can carry up to 86 seated passengers, with afurther 14 standing and is over 12 metres long. That’s more than three times as long as an average family car!Bell articulated dump trucks (ADTs) are rugged and built to handle great inclines and slipperyconditions. This Bell B50D ADT is a six-wheel drive and can carry more than 45,000kg.Did you know...?To enter, simply colour in the picture as best you can, then post it to us at:COLOURING COMPETITIONCABLEPRICEMarketing DepartmentPO Box 38-040Wellington Mail Centre 5045NAME:....................................................................................AGE: ............. EMAIL:..............................................................ADDRESS:.............................................................................................................................................................................PHONE:..................................................................................Terms & Conditions: Entrants contact information will not be used for any other activity and will not be passed on to any third parties. Information is gathered purely for the purpose of contacting the winner(s)and delivering prizes. CablePrice (NZ) Ltd staff and their direct families are not eligible for entry. Final day for entries is 30 September, 2013. The winning drawings will be selected by a panel of judges. Thejudges’ decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into. The prize is not redeemable for cash or other items. Only one entry per individual. Winners will be advised by email and/or phone andprizes will be delivered to the address supplied on the form. Prizes cannot be couriered to a PO box or private bag.38 CablePriceTo enter, simply colour in the picture as best you can, then post it to us at:COLOURING COMPETITIONCABLEPRICEMarketing DepartmentPO Box 38-040Wellington Mail Centre 5045NAME:....................................................................................AGE: ............. EMAIL:..............................................................ADDRESS:.............................................................................................................................................................................PHONE:..................................................................................Terms & Conditions: Entrants contact information will not be used for any other activity and will not be passed on to any third parties. Information is gathered purely for the purpose of contacting the winner(s)and delivering prizes. CablePrice (NZ) Ltd staff and their direct families are not eligible for entry. Final day for entries is 30 September, 2013. The winning drawings will be selected by a panel of judges. Thejudges’ decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into. The prize is not redeemable for cash or other items. Only one entry per individual. Winners will be advised by email and/or phone andprizes will be delivered to the address supplied on the form. Prizes can not be couriered to a PO box or private bag.CablePrice 39

Merchandise MerchandiseHitachi polo,$39.95Scania V8 belt, $65Scania classic parka, $299Hitachi Stormtechjacket, $ 175Hitachi soft-shelljacket, $109.95Scania cooler bag,$26.43 + GSTHitachi cooler bag,$26.43 + GSTHitachi women’sV-neck tee, $25Hitachi blackhoodie, $56.50Scania women’s windresque jacket, $ 220Scania embroidedhoodie, $112Scania racing cap,$10.55Hitachi women’smicrofleece vest, $52Hitachi ZX200-5,$115Hitachi hi-visjersey, $54.95Hitachiwomen’spolo, $38Scania women’s capstamp embroidery, $25Scania hooded zipsweatshirt, $ 95Scania women’sV-neck tee, $49Scania women’s techfleece, $ 120Scania women’s vabisparka jacket, $ 320Scania women’s techtee, long sleeve, $ 90John Deere hat,$19.20John Deerewomen’sV-neck tee, $25John Deerework wear,$49.95Scania women’shooded zipsweatshirt, $ 95Scania women’s basictee in tone print, $ 49Scania women’s techfleece, $120John Deere cooler bag,$26.43 + GSTJohn Deere Stormtechjacket, $ 175John Deerewomen’s polo,$38John Deerewomen’shoodie, $78ORDER toDAYTO PLACE AN ORDER FOR THESE AND OTHER GREAT MERCHANDISEPRODUCTS, CONTACT YOUR LOCAL CABLEPRICE BRANCH TODAY!All prices exclude GST. Products are subject to availability and prices may change without notice. Items displayed are for promotionalpurposes only and may or may not include optional extras. Offers valid while stock last. Stock may vary between branches.For more information scan this tag.For full instructions see page 2.40 CablePriceCablePrice 41

TRACK & WHEELTRACK & WHEELRecent TruckDeliveriesCustomer: Alsynite NZ Limited Model: Scania R500Alsynite has put this 500hp tractor to work carting translucentroof sheets between Hamilton and Christchurch. Noddy drives thissmart-looking unit and is very pleased with his new truck.Customer: Beau DuffyModel: Scania R730Beau Duffy (son ofDave Duffy, AndrewsTransport) hasrecently put this newR730 to work. Spec’dwith rubber wheelsand horn, this unit isused for carting woodchips and dirt inand around Balfour/Riversdale.Customer: BOP Truckwash Model: Scania R500Paul from BOP Truckwash has put this new 500hp Scania withRoadmaster gear to work carting for Fastway Couriers. The unit cartsbetween Auckland and Taupo.Customer: A T Cook Model: Scania G480Andrew and Rebecca Cook have put this G480 tipper to work intheir contracting business near Rotorua. The unit is fitted with anactive engineering deck.Customer: Brentwood Haulage Ltd Model: Scania R620 & R560Brentwood Haulage Ltd of Wellington has put this R620LB8X4MSA and an R560 LB8X4MSA on a new line haul run fromWellington to Auckland.Mangonui Haulage 2002 Ltd recently took delivery of its first Scania. The ScaniaR620LB8x4MSA is equipped with a CR19N sleeper cab, 620hp V8 driveline with two-pedalOpticruise gearbox and new flat-deck body, which will take refurbished stockcrates andtrailer and will operate all over the North Island, as well as in its home territory of Northland.This is the first Scania ordered for the Northland-based company, who’s parent companyMangonui Haulage Ltd also recently took delivery of its first Scania.Customer: Mangonui Haulage 2002 Ltd Model: Scania R620Customer: Brausch Trucking Ltd Model: Scania R560Brausch Trucking put another R560LA8X4MSA on the road late lastyear, making it a total of eight Scania trucks in the Brausch fleet. It’snot painted in the nice Brausch blue like most of the fleet, howeverit has all the usual extras that Glenn requests. This unit pulls a newMaxi-trans super quad and looks awesome on the road.42 CablePriceCablePrice 43

TRACK & WHEELTRACK & WHEELCustomer: J C Walker Transport Ltd Model: Scania R560J C Walker Transport Ltd has just placed this new unit on the road.The small family business based in Takanini has recently purchaseda R560CB8X4HSA with Palfinger PK 26500 crane on the rear of thevehicle. This vehicle has double skin chassis, RBP 735 differentialswith disc brakes on air suspension, two-pedal Opticruise, CR 16cab, air kit and fridge. Chris and Nikki Walker use this vehicle tocart concrete products throughout the greater Auckland area. Thevehicle has a new four-axle Roadmaster trailer to really finish offthe unit. The truck is piloted by Fred Wilson who says, “It goes asgood as my new Ford Mustang GT California special.”Customer: Brian Douglas Model: Scania R560Brian Douglas has put this new Scania on the road, towing a B-Trainon the Gisborne-Wellington run. The Scania R560 LA6X4MNAreplaces an R580 tractor unit on the same run.Customer: Cates Bros Ltd Model: Scania G480Cates Bros’ Snow, Kevin and Skully have just taken delivery of theirfirst new Scania G480LB6x4MSA, specified with a CG16 cab withrest equipment including luxury drivers seat with Bluetooth, airsuspension to the drive axles, disc brakes, EBS, ABS, hill hold, GRS905Rgearbox and vertical exhaust. The truck was fitted with a Transfleetalloy tipping bin, Trailer towing equipment and a Transfleet four-axletrailer with alloy bathtub tipping body, both complete with rollovercovers. The truck will be doing a mixture of line haul and local contractwork and will be maintained on a six-year Max24 Scanplan contract.Customer: Haz Haulage Model: Scania R730Haz Haulage Ltd from Manukau city has recently put on the roadthis stunning R730LB8X4MSA curtainsider. This is Nigel and FionaMouat’s fourth Scania purchased from CablePrice (NZ) Ltd. Thisunit has a Highline cab with leather seats, fridge, double bunks, airsuspension and EBS braking. Nigel competes in super saloons dirttrack racing throughout the North Island, so the next time you are atBaypark, keep an eye out for number 63H.Customer: Central Transport Ltd Model: Scania R620Central Transport Ltd has sent this 620hp unit to work with a threepen,23ft truck and five-pen 37ft trailer, Jackson deck and trailerand Nationwide crates. Truck painted by Archer Spray painters inRotorua and sign written by Tony Hill in Tauraunga.Customer: Cook Transport (Hyde) Ltd Model: Scania P360Cook Transport (Hyde) Limited has recently updated its 4x4 fleetwith a new Scania P360CB4X4HHZ. The bin was built and fitted byBeck Engineering, Edendale.Customer: Kam Transport (1989) Ltd Model: Scania R560Kam Transport (1989) Ltd has put two new Scania units on theroad, carting bulk commodities throughout the North and SouthIslands. These two new units are both R560 LB8X4MNB on fullair suspension, allowing the operator to read the axle weightson the colour-plus display screen.Customer: K N Enterprisez Ltd Model: Scania R500K N Enterprisez Ltd in Auckland has recently placed these twoR500LA6X4MNA tractor units on the road. These trucks are contractedto Route and Retail, the transport arm of the Foodstuffs group inAuckland. The father-and-son duo, Karmal and Kavish Prasad, operatesthese two vehicles. One vehicle has a manual gearbox and the othera two-pedal Opticruise box. These trucks have factory paint jobs andhave brand new three-axle Maxitrans chiller trailers attached. Thetrucks look very sharp and are a credit to their new owners.Customer: Dempsey & Karen Broad Model: Scania R620This R620 LA6X4MNA is owned and operated by Dempsey and KarenBroad, operating for Owens. This unit has many extras includingchrome smoke stacks, stainless tool boxes and a fridge/freezer.Customer: Mainland Groundspread Services Model: Scania P400Mainland Groundspread Services, Oamaru, has recently added aScania 6x6 to its fleet. The 6x6 is powered by a Scania six-cylinder,400hp SCR engine with a 14-speed gearbox and hub reductions. Binwas supplied and fitted by Ace Equipment, Hawera.Customer: Dave Gorrie Model: Scania R560This is the fourth Scania to go to work for Dave Gorrie in Wellington.The new Scania is an R560 LA6X4MNA and will be working on theNew Zealand Post run, on a Turangi swap run at night.Customer: K R Scott Contracting LtdModel: Scania R620K R Scott Contracting has recently put two R620 LB8X4MSA unitsup for work with New Zealand Post. Kerry selected two-pedalOpticruise, air suspension, Xenon headlamps, resting equipmentand painted fleet colours ex-factory. Running Invercargill-Christchurch return six days a week, the 620 with 2213ft/lb(3000Nm) of torque makes this trip very enjoyable.44 CablePriceCablePrice 45

TRACK & WHEELTRACK & WHEELCustomer: Mangonui Haulage Ltd Model: Scania R620This truck was Mangonui Haulage’s first Scania, with its fleet beingmade up of mainly Japanese trucks. The Scania R620LB8x4MSAcomplete with Total stock crate will operate all over the NorthIsland, as well as in its own territory of Northland. This is the first oftwo trucks ordered for the Northland-based company and will bothbe on a six-year Scanplan contract.Customer: Rohan Haulage Ltd Model: Scania R620This Scania R620 LA6X4MNA is owned and operated by RohanHaulage Ltd, operating for Owens.Customer: McAndrew Haulage Ltd Model: Scania R500McAndrew Haulage Ltd has recently put to work a new Scania R500LA6X4MNA. A CR19N sleeper cab, fridge and two-pedal Opticruiseare but a few items spec’d for this unit.Customer: The Produce Connection Ltd Model: Scania R560Derek and Marie van der Kwaak, the owner-operators of TheProduce Connection Ltd, have now taken delivery of their secondScania R-series R560LB8x4MSA CR19N sleeper cab, complete withDomett curtainsider body and new Domett five-axle curtainsidertrailer. The Scania comes with various optional extras including twopedalOpticruise, air suspension, luxury leather seats and steeringwheel. This particular truck will be collecting and delivering localproduce for numerous local companies including Kaipara Kumara.Customer: Alby and Neralee Mahuika Model: Scania R730Alby and Neralee Mahuika now own this new limited edition R730LA6X4MNA Scania (Bright Amber), which has been put to work ona Turangi night swap for Owens. During the day, the new truck doescontainer work around the lower North Island. The truck has beenfitted out with a TV, DVD player, fridge/freezer, touch screen GPS andfull leather trim.Customer: McCrostieTrucking LtdModel: Scania R440Daryl and Dominiqueof McCrostie Truckinghave recently put thisR440LA6X2/2MNBtractor on the road. It’sa 6x2 with the liftingtag axle in front of thedrive axle. Pulling a newcustom-built 15.3mcurtainsider semi builtby Modern TransportTrailers, Invercargill, andcontracted to Fastway Couriers. It looks very smart painted in the newFastway blue ex-Scania factory and the performance and fuel economyhas met Daryl and Dominique’s expectations. Driven by Wendy, whohas been with McCrostie Trucking for six years now and is lovingthe new Scania. It’s packed with factory extras and is also on Max24service contract with CablePrice.Customer: Renalls (2004) Ltd Model: Scania R620This is the first unit going into Herb Renall’s fleet carting woodchip and fertilizer around the North Island. The new unit is an R620LB8X4MSA with a rest cab.Customer: Ryal Bush Transport Ashburton Ltd Model: Scania R560Ryal Bush Transport Ashburton Ltd has recently added a new ScaniaR560 LB8X4MSA to its fleet.Customer: McLaren Transport Ltd Model: Scania P360McLaren Transport, based in Ranfurly, has added a new Scania P360CB4X4HHZ to its spreader fleet. The the bin was fitted by BeckEngineering, Edendale.Customer: Marsden Transport Solutions Ltd Model: Scania R620Marsden Transport Solutions is owned and operated by Glen andSuzie Curran, and they have just taken delivery of their ninth newScania. This particular one is an R620CB8x4MSZ with CR19Nsleeper cab, complete with manual GRSO905R overdrive, 14 speedgearbox with Scania retarder and RBP735 + RP735 hub reductionaxles, luxury driver’s seat with built-in Bluetooth facility, fridge/freezer, four-point cab air suspension and various other optionsoffering the driverboth safety andcomfort duringtheir working day.The truck hasbeen fitted withPatchell loggingequipment and afour-axle loggingtrailer, completewith scales and CTI.The truck will beon a full Scanplancontract.Customer: Road Haulage Ltd Model: Scania R620Road Haulage has added a 620hp Scania to its immaculatelypresented fleet. Unit is fitted with Jackson deck and trailer andTotal crates.Customer: Salter Cartage Model: Scania R560Ron and Natalie Salter, of Salter Cartage Ltd in Auckland, have recentlypurchased this R560LA6X4MNA tractor unit. This vehicle has adaptivecruise control (ACC), electronic stability program (ESP), electronicbraking system (EBS), two-pedal Opticruise gearbox, fridge andfactory leather seats. The truck has been detailed by RoadmasterTrailers in Auckland and is a fine example of a sharp-looking Scania.46 CablePriceCablePrice 47

TRACK & WHEELTRACK & WHEELCustomer: Warwick and Rebekah Slingsby Model: Scania P360Warwick and Rebekah Slingsby have taken delivery of a newP360 CB4X4HHZ spreader unit. The new truck will replace theirMercedes 4x4, which is operating in the Central Hawke’s Bay.Customer: SpreadingSandfordModel: Scania P360Spreading Sandford ofHawera has put thisnew P360 CB4X4HHZspreader into theWairarapa. This is thethird Scania to go towork for the company.Recent equipmentDeliveriesCustomer:Stuart BennettModel: Scania R620Stuart Bennett hasparted ways with hisR500 and stepped intoa new R620 sleeper. Hisold R500 was the firstinto New Zealand andwas used by CablePriceto release the R seriesback in 2005. Sturegularly sleeps in thetruck and is getting better sleep these days, as the R500 was a day caband Stu had made a bunk behind the seats. Now, he can actually rollover now. Another sharp-looking Scania in Mainfreight colours.Customer: Switzers Valley Transport Ltd Model: Scania G440Switzers Valley Transport Ltd, Waikaia, has recently added a G440CB4X4HHZ to its fleet. This 4x4 is powered by a Scania six-cylinder,440hp, 13-litre engine. Having this horsepower makes light work of itsday-to-day duties. Bin built and fitted by McMaster Engineering, Winton.Customer: Williams & Wilshier Limited Model: Scania R560Williams and Wilshier has put this new 560 to work, fitted with Patchelllogging gear. The unit is based in Rotorua and is double shifted.Customer: W M & D F ReaHeavy HaulageModel: Scania R620W M & D F Rea HeavyHaulage recently putthis R620CA6X4HHZheavy-haul tractor uniton the road in Whitiangaon the Coromandelpeninsula. William andDaphne’s truck has RBP835 differentials, newR4100 retarder, sleepercab, new Progressive2x41 plus 2x48 rear springs. This truck is rated to 150 tonne andcan be seen pulling all sorts of loads around the Coromandel.Customer: Turners LogisticsModel: 17 unitsTurners Logistics has added another 17 Scania trucks to itsfleet, all through T R Group Ltd: one P440LA6X4MNA, fiveR500LB8X4MSAs, and eleven R500LA8X4MSAs, bringing the tallyto 25. A huge joint effort from Turners, TR Group and CablePricewas made to make sure all these units were delivered in thehigh standard expected and all drivers were taken throughthe Scania vehicle hand-over procedure. Allan Nagy (regionalmanager — Central) assisted in getting one of the 8x4 tractors toChristchurch and showed great driving skills from Blenheim toKaikoura in challenging road conditions.Ruakuri Contracting in Te Kuiti has taken delivery of a new Bell B30D to work under theZX350LCH-5. With the full fleetmatic package taking care of all the totals, and the drivercomfort second to none, the Bell is going well. When used on soft sand for a few weeks, theB30D excelled in the soft footing. The dumper was sold by Dave Neilson from Hamilton.Customer: Ruakuri Contracting Ltd Model: Bell B30D48 CablePriceCablePrice 49

TRACK & WHEELTRACK & WHEELCustomer: Alpha Excavators Model: Hitachi ZX160LC-3This Hitachi ZX160LC-3 was sold to Alpha Excavators, SuvaSuva,Fiji Islands. This unit has a Montabert 900MS rock breaker attached.The machine willbe operating on acoral reef and has acompressor fitted to therear of the machine sothe rock breaker can beused under water. Alphacurrently own threeHitachi excavators, aZX200-3, ZX160LC-1and a ZX160LC-3.Customer: Contrax(Central) LtdModel: Hitachi ZX200-5Contrax (Central)Ltd has purchased itssecond Hitachi ZX200-5, the latest being a longtrack frame machine.With the workloadever increasing aroundCentral Otago, Johndecided it was time to increase his fleet of machines. His first newZX200-5 was purchased at Christmas, with the second less than sixmonths later. The photo shows Johnny Marnane putting the finishingtouches to a 60,000m 3 irrigation dam that Contrax built on LocharDowns, located not far out of Cromwell.Customer: Bryce O’SullivanModel: Hitachi ZX33U-5Bryce O’Sullivan is a youngfella on a mission. At 20 yearsold Bryce (pictured right)has been contracting for fouryears, owns six machines and iscurrently hiring more staff andgear in to cope with his hugeworkload. This is Bryce’s secondnew machine in the last 12 months and he has no intentions ofslowing down. Jonno the operator (pictured left) is really happywith the new model. Jonno feels the machine has better stabilitythan previous models, far more speed and an awesome cabin. Brycequotes earthworks, site works and drainage as his core business butis happy to look at anything in the Wellington area.Customer: Cowleys Hire Centre Ltd Model: Hitachi ZX60USB-3F, ZX38U-5Cowleys Hire Centre Ltd recently took delivery of two new ZX60USB-3F machines and two new ZX38U-5 units. Having had other Hitachisin the hire fleet and having had a great run out of them, Wayne Cowleydecided on Hitachi to offer his customers continued reliability withthe back up and support of CablePrice in Whangarei. Pictured hereare three of the four units.Customer: Dempsey & Wood Model: Hitachi ZX240LC-5Dempsey & Wood has taken delivery of a new Hitachi ZX240LC-5excavator. The machine will be working on subdivisions/landdevelopments in the Auckland area.Customer: G & L Logging Model: John Deere 848HWayne Gardiner of G & L Logging has purchased a new John Deere848H. G & L are contracted to Lealand Logging, working for ForestManagers in the central North Island. The new 848H is on 35.5 tyresthat help to give the John Deere a lot more stability and improveground clearance, making Wayne’s life that little bit easier.Customer: Gillion Logging Ltd Model: John Deere 2154DThe first John Deere 2154D swing machine to be purchased inOtago has been delivered to Gillion Logging. The machine wasdelivered ex-New Zealand stock and fitted with an Ensign grapple.Operator,Jim Bray is very impressed with the visibility out of the cab,which has a 1.2-metre riser, the extra reach the machine has over astandard excavator and the lifting performance of the machine.Customer: Dawson& Havard LtdModel: HitachiZX330LC-5Dawson & Havardhas taken deliveryof another HitachiZX330LC-5, beingput to work witha crew basedin Masterton.This unit will beshovel loggingand workingunder a hauler. The operator is Mike Havard [junior], crew foreman. Themachine has a Douglas Engineering log build and is fitted with a liveheel and an Ensign log grapple.Customer: MoonshinePlumbing LimitedModel: Hitachi ZX17U-2Left: Moonshine PlumbingLimited owner GavinPearce familiarising himselfwith the controls of hisnew Hitachi ZX17U-2.Gavin spent quite sometime looking at all theoptions available innew machines and was drawn back to the proven reliability andperformance of the Hitachi. Gavin commented that the finish of theHitachi from the factory was something that out shone the otherbrands he had considered. Moonshine Plumbing operate in the UpperHutt area of Wellington, offering work on residential and commercialdrainage and plumbing projects.Customer: Cable Logging Geraldine Ltd Model: John Deere 2454DCable Logging Geraldine Ltd has taken delivery of its new purposebuiltJohn Deere 2454D swing machine to work in its operation inthe Kakahu forest. The 2454D is fitted with a new Ensign 1730 seriesgrapple.Customer: Paniora LoggingModel: John Deere 2154D & 748HPaniora Logging has taken deliveryof a new 2154D John Deere swingmachine log loader and a 748HJohn Deere skidder to work withits ZX400LCH-3 processor. Workingdeep in the Waipoua forest inNorthland with little or no cell phonecoverage, satellite tracking helpsCablePrice schedule the servicingand keep an eye on the machines.Rob Paniora seen here beside theJohn Deere skidder.Customer: TNZ Growing Products Ltd Model: Hitachi ZX120-3TNZ Growing Products has taken delivery of its first new HitachiZX120-3. The machine will primarily be used for deep digging —getting the top-quality peat most suitable for mushroom growing.The peat is then dried and shipped throughout New Zealand andAustralia. The machine is fitted with 700mm-wide track shoes andhas a specially-designed bucket for peat digging. Operator and farmmanager Ian Stewart, shown here operating the machine, is happywith the machine weight and performance on the peat.Customer: Holdom Plant Hire Ltd Model: Hitachi ZX200LC-5Holdom Plant Hire Limited from Taranaki has bought Hitachi for thelast 20 years. Specialising in dairy farm tracks and drainage thesedays with five Hitachi machines, Neil Holdom looks back at theirdays of high pressure working for Telecom when machine reliabilitywas paramount. Hitachi proved its worth over those years and hasbeen Neil’s machine of choice ever since. Pictured is their newHitachi ZX200LC-5, the first of this new model in the fleet. Neil ismore than happy with the new model and so is Sam, the operator.50 CablePriceCablePrice 51

TRACK & WHEELTRACK & WHEELCustomer: John RoyContractingModel: John Deere 624KJohn Roy Contractingin Kaitaia recentlytook delivery of a new624K wheel loader toperform general dutiesin and around the Jukensawmill. Operator buyin played a big partin John’s decision, asthe 624K was bigger than the existing Hitachi wheel loaders he wasrunning. The proof was in a demonstration, and the machine never leftthe site. The wheel loader performs almost around-the-clock duties atthe sawmill, so reliability and operator comfort were a big part in thefinal decision.Customer:Lee Logging LtdModel: HitachiZX225USRLC-3Lee Logging Ltdhas taken deliveryof its new HitachiZX225USRLC-3 towork in its Balmoralforest operation.The ZX225USRLC-3replaced an olderEX225USR that haddone over 18,000 hours. The new ZX225USRLC-3 is fitted with anew Ensign 1520 series grapple. Pictured from left: Mike Schroederand Ryan Lee.Customer:Pipework Solutions LimitedModel: Hitachi ZX30U-3FPipework Solutions Limitedhas been in business for onlytwo years. Lewis Overend,director of Pipework Solutions,when looking for a newexcavator spoke to manylocal contractors and theconsensus was that the Hitachiwas the machine to buy.This is Pipework Solutions’ first new machine and both Lewis andTerrance, the operator, are stoked with the ZX30U-3F’s performance.Pipework Solutions specialises in residential drainage andexcavation and is making quite an impression in this competitiveWellington market.Customer:Rob PhillipsModel: HitachiZX290L-5Rob Phillips finallytraded in his trustyEX200-5 withnearly 20,000hours on it, for anew ZX290L-5logger. Having hadthe ZX290L for awhile now, Robreckons it’s everybit as good as the old EX-5 model. The ZX290L-5 is handling logs thata ZX280L-3, with felling head combination, has cut down.Customer: Lyall Caird Model: John Deere 624KLyall Caird from Rotorua has ventured into new ground with his fistever rubber-tyred loader. Hara has been given the job to put the newJohn Deere 624Kto work fleetingthe skids, but hismain role will beto load trucks. The624K comes fittedup with a Powerlellfront end to givemore lift and crowdpower, speed autoshifttransmissionon 20.5 tires andEnsign log forks.Customer: McKenzie & Parma Ltd Model: Hitachi ZX200-5This ZX200-5 is the second new unit delivered to McKenzie &Parma during the last six months. McKenzie & Parma are a civilconstruction company, operating from its premises in Takanini,Auckland. It has anexisting fleet of olderHitachi machinesand has decided toincrease the fleetsize due to increasedworkload. Thisunit is located on awork site adjacentto the North ShoreHospital.Customer: 4 Plus Five LtdModel: Hitachi ZX17U-2Tony Sullivan has been in thecontracting industry for nearly30 years, straight from school. Hisexperience is in contracting, roadingand asphalting. In December 2012,Tony formed his own company, 4Plus Five Limited. Only six shortmonths later, Tony is taking deliveryof his first new machine. 4 Plus Fiveis working mainly in civil construction and believes the outlook forthis industry is very positive around Wellington. Tony is stoked with hisnew machine and is confident it is a good size for the type of work heis doing at present and, with a growing workload, he’ll need to look atmore equipment in the near future.Customer: Sika Logging Limited Model: Hitachi ZX330-5Sika Logging of Taupo has a new Hitachi ZX330-5. Operator Greg’smain job is to load out full-length stems in the Kaingaroa forest.The new machine was guarded by Collins Engineering in Taupoand is fitted upwith an Ensign1730 grapple.Greg is very happywith the newmachine’s power,compared to theprevious model,and noticeablyimproved fuelconsumption.Customer: Munro Drainage Model: Hitachi ZX200LC-5Doug and Rosemary Munro have just taken delivery of their newHitachi ZX200LC-5. Although they have only used the machine for ashort time, Doug believes this could be the smoothest machine hehas operated, as wellthe most comfortable,with the air suspensionseat and general cablayout. Doug has wornout at least eight othermachines and has beenoperating excavatorsfor over 40 years. Themachine was fittedwith a BAS-typetilting head.Customer:Murray SmithModel: Hitachi ZX120-3Murray Smith recentlyupgraded his ZX120with a new ZX120-3 and both he andoperator Damon werevery impressed withthe increase in speedthe new machineprovided. Seen here high above the beautiful Tutukaka coast wherethey have been preparing a house site with fantastic views. Murrayand Damon are well known for taking on some of the more difficultjobs and you could be forgiven for thinking that everyday is just aholiday for these men.Customer: Stokes LoggingLimited Model: HitachiZX350LCH-5Left: Stephen Stokesof Stokes Logging andoperator Charlie withthe new ZX350LCH-5harvester. Charlie isover the moon withthe performance of themachine and the speedand comfort in which itenables him to log make.The new dash-5 hasimpressive pump flowsand engine horsepower.Customer: Whakatiki Concreteand Soil Supplies Model: Hitachi ZW40Whakatiki Concrete and Soil Suppliesstarted in 1996 and was taken over byBrett McKenzie in 2001. Brett came froma contracting family and started workingdriving machinery for pocket money at12. Trying to talk with Brett in his yard, you quickly realise WhakatikiConcrete and Soil is an extremely busy one-stop aggregate andgarden supply yard — the traffic coming in and loading up isconstant. Brett attributes their success to the range of product theysupply and there personal service and knowledge. When Brettwanted a new loader, he sought those same qualities from thesupplier. After looking around at various product, Brett settled onthe Hitachi ZW40 as his preferred choice, adding that the noise leveland styling of the latest model had swayed his decision as well.Customer:Nick UlkemanModel: HitachiZX35U-3Nick Ulkemanupgraded his trustyZX35U with a newmachine recently.While differencesbetween the newand old machinewere subtle, Nick isover the moon withthe performanceand operator comfort. Nick carries out just about every type of jobthere is with the versatility of his ZX35U-3.Customer: NJ StrongEarthmoversModel:Hitachi ZX55U-5Brendon Strong,owner of NJ StrongEarthmovers, hasrecently taken deliveryof a brand new HitachiZX55U-5 excavator.The machine comeswith hydraulic power/tilting quick hitch andwill be put to work inAuckland.Customer: Waikato Demolition Ltd Model: Hitachi ZX210LCH-5When Andrew Proudlock’s expanding business called for a newexcavator, the new ZX210LCH-5 ticked all the boxes. Delivered inFebruary, the machine is excelling in its natural environment bringingdown old buildings.Customer:C J Industries LtdModel: HitachiZX17u-2C J Industries,Nelson has takendelivery of itsfirst new Hitachi,a ZX17U-2. C JIndustries has anolder EX60 thatjust keeps going,which helped inthe decision to buyHitachi. Very happy with new ZX17U-2 driver is Arne Corrie-Johnston,contracts manager.52 CablePriceCablePrice 53

TRACK & WHEELTRACK & WHEELTruckSpecsMore choices for more applicationsScania offers a multitude of solutions for every transportapplication, with cab, engine and driveline options to fit aroundindividual business needs and driver demands.Scania drivelineEnginesFreedom of choice — with Scania it means that you have theopportunity to choose a perfectly customised solution — asa standard option. This modular approach has resulted in thewidest offer of engines and transmissions on the market, rangingfrom Euro 3, 4, 5, EEV and now also Euro 6. Depending on yourindividual needs and ambitions, there is always a perfect Scaniapowertrain combination for you.Continuing a proud Swedish tradition of engineering,craftsmanship and cutting-edge innovation, Scania’s powertrainsare all 100% designed and built inhouse. All components arecarefully matched and tested together. That’s the reason why youcan depend on the performance, driveability, fuel economy andreliability that you and other discerning customers all over theworld have come to expect.With the introduction of Scania Euro 6, this tradition, and thefreedom of choice philosophy, take another leap forward. Thisgives you as a customer the opportunity to meet the toughestemission levels in the world — with pleasure.9 litre 16 litre13 litreCabsPgr54 CablePriceSHorT CABS DAY CABS SLEEPer CABSLow Normal HighlineLow Normal HighlineLow Normal Highline ToplineEuro 5, EEV and Euro 6*Cylinders SwePT volume Power Torque Emission level5 inline6 inlineV89 litre 230hp (169kW) 1050Nm Euro 5, EEV9 litre** 250hp (184kW) 1150Nm Euro 59 litre 280hp (206kW) 1400Nm Euro 5, EEV9 litre** 310hp (228kW) 1550Nm Euro 59 litre 320hp (235kW) 1600Nm Euro 5, EEV9 litre 360hp (265kW) 1600Nm EEV13 litre** 360hp (265kW) 1850Nm Euro 513 litre 400hp (294kW) 2100Nm Euro 513 litre** 400hp (294kW) 2100Nm Euro 5, EEV13 litre 440hp (324kW) 2300Nm Euro 513 litre 440hp (324kW) 2300Nm Euro 613 litre** 440hp (324kW) 2300Nm Euro 5, EEV13 litre 480hp (353kW) 2500Nm Euro 613 litre** 480hp (353kW) 2400Nm Euro 516 litre** 500hp (368kW) 2500Nm Euro 5, EEV16 litre** 560hp (412kW) 2700Nm Euro 516 litre** 620hp (456kW) 3000Nm Euro 516 litre 730hp (537kW) 3500Nm Euro 5, EEVEmissiontechnology* Markets with EU legislation, includes South Korea, Australia and New Zealand ** Euro 5 markets outside Europe (only emission level Euro 5 and emission technology SCR).EGRSCREGRSCREGREGREGR, SCREGRSCREGREGR, SCRSCREGR, SCRSCRSCRSCRSCRSCRCablePrice 55

TRACK & WHEELTRACK & WHEELgearboxesWith our flexible gearbox options, you can easily specify justthe right gearbox for your needs. From rugged 8-speed boxesto 12+2-speed range-splitter and overdrive boxes; from manualgearchanging to automated gearchanging with Scania Opticruise— either fully-automated or with a clutch pedal — everythingis possible. If you need an automatic, we can offer 6-speedtransmissions in different sizes.8 gears — light-duty gearbox.Engines: up to 360hpOptions: Scania Opticruise, Scania Retarder8+1 gears — heavy-duty gearbox with crawler.Options: Scania Retarder12+2 gears — premium gearbox with two crawlers.Options: Scania Opticruise, Scania Retarder12+2 gears — premium overdrive gearbox with two crawlers.Options: Scania Opticruise, Scania Retarder6 gears — automatic transmission with torque converterOptions: RetarderPTO – gearbox-driven (clutch dependent)Axle configurationsScania offers a range of 4x2, 6x2 and 8x2 trucks with a singlereductiondrive axle for lighter applications. Suspension optionsinclude air, parabolic and multi-leaf springs. A single-reductiontandem bogie can be specified on lighter-duty 6x4 and 8x4 vehicleswith either air, parabolic or multi-leaf suspension.HUB REDUCTION: Available in two strength classes on four, six,eight and ten-wheelers. The capacity is up to 16 tonnes per axle.Parabolic or multi-leaf suspension options are designed to suit highgross weights and the most arduous conditions. Vehicles can bespecified for gross combination weights up to 150 tonnes or more.Connection Ratio Torque Max output* Clock position RotatesPump/Flange 0.82/1.00/1.03/1.24 1200Nm 74/110kW 5Pump/Flange 1.03/1.28/1.29/1.58 700Nm 74/100kW 5Pump/Flange 1.33/1.65/1.78/2.22 400Nm 60/90kW 5Pump/Flange 1.33/1.65/1.67/2.04 430Nm 70/100kW 5Flange** 1.0 1000Nm 120/170kW 12PTO — flywheel-driven (clutch independent)Connection Ratio Torque Max output* Clock positionPump/Flange 1.0 2000Nm 120/170/200/250kW 12PTO – engine-drivenConnection Ratio Torque Max output* Clock positionPump 1.19 600Nm 75/142kW 2*Higher value for intermittent load (max 15min) or with oil cooler.**Possible to engage/disengage when engine is running.ALL-WHEEL DRIVE: Available as 4x4, 6x6 and 8x8. A special executionis 8x6 with exceptional mobility with one of the two front axlesdriven and a rear double-drive bogie.TAG AXLES: Configurations include twin-steer, with a steered tag axleahead of the drive axle or bogie, or rear-steer, with a steered tagaxle aft of the drive axle(s).Suspension options:Front: – 9 tonne front axle with air suspension.– 10 tonne front axle with leaf springs.FRONT AXLES: Front axles have a capacity of up to 10 tonnes.Scania’s driven front axle with hub-reduction has a capacity of 9tonnes and can be specified in several configurations, matchingeven the sturdiest of the rear axle set-ups. Transfer boxes can bespecified in two strengths. Front-wheel drive is either permanent or,as an option, engageable.Rear: – Air-suspended bogie for high chassis(19, 21, 26 tonne).– Progressive parabolic rear springs(19, 21, 26 tonne).– 30/32 tonne bogie for high chassis with high-placed brakechambers, 5x48 parabolic springs or 8x30 multi-leaf.4x24x46x26x2 rear-steer6x46x68x28x2 twin-steer8x2 rear-steer8x48x4 rear-steer8x68x810x4 rear-steer56 CablePriceCablePrice 57

TRACK & WHEELEquipmentspecsFor the full range of Hitachi construction,forestry, quarry and mining equipment,and Bell articulated dump trucksexcavatorsThe Hitachi ZAXIS-3 and new ZAXIS-5 rangeof excavators offers versatile machinery to suitalmost any application, with an extensive range ofmodels and variants in every weight class. Fromthe zero tail-swing mini excavators through to theH&K heavy-duty models, every machine is builtwith the same attention to quality and dedicationto producing the world’s finest excavator.Hitachi excavators redefine qualities ofproduction, efficiency and comfort. Nowavailable from 1.1 to 80 tonne, the range ismaking its mark throughout the country, inmining, construction, demolition, recycling, wastehandling and forestry applications throughoutNew Zealand.TRACK & WHEELHitachi customers come back time andagain because they know there is no substitutefor quality workmanship and precisionengineering. For higher productivity and loweroperating costs, as well as higher retainedvalues, CablePrice can help you select the rightmachine and attachments to keep your businessproductive and profitable. It can also assist withextended warranty, scheduled maintenance plansor application-specific advice and support. Yourlocal product support consultant can connectyou to a global knowledge base, compiled fromcustomers, just like you, around the world. It’sjust another way CablePrice aims to ensureyou’re powered to succeed.MINI EXCAVATORSMODEL WEIGHT (kg) BUCKET* (m 3 ) DIG DEPTH (mm) BREAKOUT (kgf) POWER (kW@rpm) FLOW (L/min)ZX10U-2 1110 0.022 1780 1200 9.5@2100 2x10.6ZX17U-2 1850 0.044 2170 1630 11.0@2400 2x19.2ZX22U-2 2360 0.066 2320 18.6kN 14.6@2400 2x28.8ZX35U-3F 3690 0.11 3450 27.5kN 21.3@2400 2x38.4/1x25.2ZX33U-5 3720 0.08 3130 27.2kN 21.2@2200 2x35.2/1x17.6ZX38U-5 4100 0.10 3460 27.1kN 21.2@2400 2x38.4/1x22.8ZX48U-5 5010 0.11 3630 32.1kN 28.2@2400 120ZX55U-5 5320 0.14 3830 36.8kN 28.2@2400 120ZX65USB-5 6570 0.24 4120 41.1kN 34.1@2000 144MID-SIZED EXCAVATORSExcavators, mini excavators, mobile crushing plant, wheel loaders, rigid frame dumptrucks, Bell articulated dump trucks, crawler cranes, rubber crawler carriers58 CablePriceMODELWEIGHT(kg)BUCKET*(m 3 )DIG DEPTH(mm)BREAKOUT(kgf)POWER(kW@rpm)FLOW(L/min)ZX70-3/ZX70LC-3 6500/6600 0.24 4670 5600 40.5@2000 2x72.6ZX75US-3 7200 0.24 4610 5600 40.5@2000 2x79.2ZX85USB-3 8080 0.24 4470 5600 40.5@2000 2x79.2ZX80LCK-3 7400 0.24 4460 5600 40.5@2000 2x72.6ZX110-3 10,900 0.45 5080/4880 9100 69@2000 2x111ZX120-3 12,100 0.45 5570/6060 10,100 69@2000 2x117ZX130K-3 13,100 0.45 5570 10,100 69@2000 2x117ZX135US-3 13,400 0.45 5530/6020 10,100 69@1800 2x117ZX140W-3 14,700 0.45 5030 10,100 90.2@2200 135+180ZX160LC-3 16,800 0.55 5980 11,000 90.2@2200 2x191ZX170W-3 16,600 0.55 5330 10,400 107@2000 2x200ZX180LC-3 18,500 0.7 6120 12,500 90.2@2200 2x191ZX190W-3 18,200 0.6 5830 11,800 122@2000 2x189ZX200-5/ZX200LC-5 19,800/20,400 0.7 6670 16,200 125@2100 2x212ZX225USR-3/ZX225USRLC-322,300/22,700 0.7 6670 15,400 122@2000 2x212ZX240-5/ZX240LC-5 23,400/24,000 0.9 6960 19,200 132@2150 2x223ZX280-5/ZX280LC-5 27,40/28,400 1.1 7220 20,600 132@2150 2x236ZX330-5G/ZX330LC-5 31,500/32,100 1.4 7380 25,100 184@2000 2x279ZX400LCH-3 39,000 1.2 7310 20,400 202@1900 2x288CablePrice 59

TRACK & WHEELTRACK & WHEELMODELWEIGHT(kg)BUCKET*(m 3 )DIG DEPTH(mm)BREAKOUT(kgf)POWER(kW@rpm)ZX450-3/ZX450LC-3 45,700/46,700 1.2-2.6 7770 28,400 260@1800 2x360ZX470H-3/ZX470LCH-3 47,100/48,100 1.9-2.5 7770 29,400 260@1800 2x360ZX500LC-3/ZX520LCH-3 49,500/51,700 1.5-2.6 7690 28,400/29,400 260@1800 2x360ZX650LC-3/ZX670LCH-3 65,900/67,300 2.5-3.5 8560 33,100 345@1800 2x456*Bucket capacity: CECE heapedFLOW(L/min)Rubber crawler carriersHitachi’s rubber crawler carriers are powerful vehicles that are ideal for muddy, uneven construction sites. Even with heavy loads,these carriers can run smoothly on soft-ground conditions.MODELOPERATING WEIGHT(kg)ENGINE RATED POWER(kW)MAXIMUM PAYLOAD(kg)EG40R 6200 73.6 4000 11EG70R 10,800 132.6 6500 10EG110R 16,100 183.9 11,000 -MAXIMUM TRAVELSPEED (kph)Rigid frame dump trucksIn purchasing Euclid (a rigid dump truck brand synonymous with the mining industry),Hitachi was able to expand its line-up of mining products, with a world-leading range thatperfectly complements its hydraulic excavators.Hitachi AC-drive technology, developed by Hitachi Limited, provides truck performancewith a higher top speed, better gradability and stronger retardation. These features increase thetrucks’ productivity and uptime, while reducing operating and maintenance costs, all of whichequates to a lower cost per tonne of material moved. Engineered for performance, designed for comfort and built to last, Hitachirigid dump trucks make even the toughest jobs look small.Mining excavatorsHitachi is one of the world’s market leaders in large hydraulicexcavators. Combining engineering excellence with a dedicationto quality, Hitachi makes tough, long-lasting machines that meetthe challenges of mining.Hitachi’s large excavators range in size, from 80 to 800tonnes. With the ability to keep running for 24-hours straight,these machines have exceptional durability. Their enduranceis further proven by the ultra-large excavators, which haveMODELZX850-3/ZX850LC-3ZX870H-3/ZX870LCH-3WEIGHT(kg)BUCKET*(m 3 )DIG DEPTH(mm)working-time records of over 90,000 hours. This kind ofperformance is not surprising when you consider that Hitachi’scorporate policy is to never release equipment that is not readyfor the field.In mining, cost-efficiency is all important, and Hitachi’sexcavators provide one of the lowest cost-per-tonne optionsfor moving materials in their class. Low maintenance and longlifespans make for machines that give you significant savings!BREAKOUT(kgf)POWER(kW@rpm)FLOW(L/min)81,200/83,000 4.5 7140 40,700 397@1800 2x52882,100/84,000 4.5 7140 48,200 397@1800 2x528EX1200-6 111,000 5.9 8050 58,000 567@1800 3x520EX1900-6 192,000 12 8180 68,400 775@1800 6x335EX2600-6 254,000 17 8250 84,600 1119@1800 4x375/2x425EX3600-6 359,000 22 8580 107,000 1450@1800 8x500EX5600-6 537,000 34 8800 150,000 2x1119@1800 8x375/4x425EX8000-6 811,000 40** 4100 227,000 2x1450@1800 16x500*Bucket capacity: CECE heaped **Bucket: loading shovel, PCSA helpedMODELENGINE RATED POWER(kW) SAE J1349, netLOAD CAPACITY(m 3 ) SAE heap 2:1PAYLOAD(Tonnes)EH1100-3 520 38.7 64.9 110,677EH1700-3 710 60.4 95.2 163,300EH3500AC II 1491 111 168 309,000EH4000AC II 1864 153 222.0 384,000EH5000 ACII 2014 206 290 500,000MODELPAYLOAD(kg)Articulateddump trucksCAPACITY(m 3 )GMW – GROSS MAWEIGHT (kg)Stamping their authority all over the globe in poor underfoot conditions, the Bell D-seriesarticulated dump trucks are setting a new standard in earthmoving.The trucks boast incredibly fuel-efficient engines that deliver outstanding productivity fortheir owners, and the reliability that Bell is renowned for.With the B50D, Bell became the first manufacturer in the world to develop a 50-tonneartic. From 25 to 50 tonne, Bell has the ADT to suit your specific job requirements.ENGINE DRY WEIGHT (kg) POWER(kW@rpm)B25D 23,200 14 OM906LA 18,400 205@2200B30D 27,300 17 OM926LA 18,690 232@2200B35D 32,500 20.5 OM501LA 28,230 291@1800B40D 37,000 23 OM501LA 29,850 310@1800B45D 41,000 25.5 OM502LA 32,980 364@1800B50D 45,400 28 OM502LA 34,520 364@180060 CablePriceCablePrice 61

TRACK & WHEELMODELWEIGHT*(kg)BUCKET(m 3 )Wheel loadersHitachi’s comprehensive range of wheel loaders, packed with features andattention to detail, are lifting the standard in wheel loader comfort, control andproductivity. The ZW wheel loaders provide top-class production with amazingmobility. Total control of engine and pump torque is an industry first. Threework modes and three driving modes help to enhance operating ease, yieldinghigher levels of production. What’s more, numerous advances in design providepower and speed for loading and travel. The ZW series will set a new standard ofproductive, easy-to-operate wheel loaders.DUMP HEIGHT(mm)BREAKOUT(kgf)POWER(kW@rpm)ZW20 1945 0.3 1850 2100 15.8@2500 1100ZW30 2785 0.4 2155 2990 22.2@2200 1400ZW40 3295 0.5 2445 3650 30.4@2200 1720ZW50 3605 0.6 2500 3400 30.4@2200 1960ZW80 4895 0.9 2500 4750 45.6@2200 3110ZW90 6000 1.1 2705 5230 53.1@2200 3790ZW100 6530 1.3 2710 6222 62@2100 4140ZW120 7560 1.5 2730 8058 68@2100 4710ZW140 10,290 2 2790 9790 96@2000 6970ZW150 11,820 2.3 2860 11,010 107@2000 8030ZW180 14,320 2.6 2760 11,630 128@2200 9,870ZW220 17,370 3.4 2880 15,350 164@2000 11,850ZW250 19,690 3.7 2950 16,570 179@2000 12,950ZW310 22,410 4.2 3100 19,550 220@1800 14,900ZW330 25,895 5 3255 23,040 242 16,840ZW370 30560 5 3220 25000 268 19260ZW550 45,380 7 3565 38,400 360 25,900*Operating weight based on cabinSTATIC TIP LOAD(full turn kg)EquipmentspecsA comprehensive guide tothe full range of John Deereconstruction, forestry, quarryand mining equipmentTRACK & WHEELMODELSCrawler cranesHitachi cranes are supplied by Hitachi Sumitomo Heavy Industries Construction Crane Co Ltd(a Hitachi Group company). They bring together the advanced technologies of both companies toproduce the most comprehensive crawler cranes in the world.All Hitachi Sumitomo cranes are designed under a three-concept approach of ‘simple’,‘refined’and ‘reliable’ to enforce the key elements that customers are looking for in their equipment.MAX LIFTING CAPACITY(Tonne x m)MAX BOOM LENGTH(m)ENGINE RATED PO(kW/min-1)SCX300 30 x 3.0 34 110/2000SCX400 40 x 3.7 46 147/2100SCX500 50 x 3.8 52 147/2100SCX550 55 x 3.7 52 147/2100SCX700 70 x 3.7 54 147/2100SCX800-2 / SCX800HD-2 80 x 3.3 54.5 212/2000SCX900-2 / SCX900HD-2 90 x 4.0 60 212/2000SCX1200-2 120 x 4.5 72 212/2000SCX1500-2 150 x 4.1 75 212/2000SCX2800-2 275 x 4.3 91.45 272/2000SCX6000SLX 500 x 6.0 96 397/1800LOG SKIDDERS GRAPPLEMODEL ENGINE POWER (kW/HP) ARCH TYPE548G-III 6068T 96/129 Single 2.159648H 6068H 138/185 Dual 2.921748H 6068H 144/193 Dual 3.225848H 6068H 149/200 Dual 3.302LOG SKIDDERS CABLEMODEL ENGINE POWER (kW/HP) WINCH MODEL LINEPULL (kN)540G-III 6068T 96/129 4000 171.3640H 6068H 128/172 4000 242.6GRAPPLEBUNCHING (m)LOG SKiddersIn the forest, things rarely come easy. That’s whyJohn Deere offers the amazingly easy-to-operateAutoshift (available on H-series models), and theindustry’s widest selection of skidder modelsand options.No matter your size and power needs, we havea fuel-efficient skidder that will help you workharder, while still leaving something in your owntank when the day is done. You can even narrow itdown to a skidder that’s virtually custom fit to youroperation; one that is hard to match for operatingease and comfort, for reliability and for the greatestproductivity in your prevailing conditions.62 CablePriceCablePrice 63

TRACK & WHEELBulldozersThe J-series crawler dozers from John Deere combine operator comfort and fingertip controlswith a barrage of power, ensuring that any job is finished to the highest level in optimal time. Thefull-featured hydrostatic drive train and state-of-the-art controls deliver unsurpassed operating easeand versatility.John Deere dozers offer a variety of production-boosting advantages and allow the operator tocustomise machine operation, with references for unbeatable flexibility and control.If you are looking for a dozer with the finesse for finishing work, while being equally capable ofhandling big blade loads, then you can’t go past the John Deere J-series crawler dozers.MODEL WEIGHT (kg) ENGINE TRANSMISSION DBAR PULL (kg) POWER (kW@rpm) BLADE WIDTH (mm)450 JLT 7386 4045H Hydrostatic 12,000 57@2200 2921550 JLT 7718 4045H Hydrostatic 12,500 63@2200 2921650 JLT 8419 4045H Hydrostatic 13,000 74@2200 2667700 JLT 11,840 6068H Hydrostatic 16,000 86@2100 3048750 J 14,778 6068H Hydrostatic 22,000 108@2100 3296850 J 18,220 6090H Hydrostatic 24,000 137@1800 3251Motor gradersNot an alternative but a better grader! The G-series graders from John Deere offer a range of models,all with variable horsepower and the option of 6WD. More glass and more space make the G-seriescabins a more enjoyable place to work. Best-in-class low rpm torque delivers power when you need it.No more stopping to change directions either: just slot straight from reverse into forward in any gearbelow fourth and you’re away again. Experience the John Deere G-series today and move up to a newlevel of productivity.MODEL WEIGHT (max kg) BLADE SIZE (ft) ENGINE VARIABLEHORSEPOWERTORQUE RISEWheel loadersThe John Deere K-series wheel loaders take the three tenets of John Deere machine design —productivity, uptime and low daily operating costs — to new levels. This is a machine designed to work,day in and day out. All of the models in the K-series range are Loadrite ready and feature advantagessuch as solid-state electronics, highly-efficient Quad-Cool cooling and advanced diagnostic monitors.Traditional John Deere durability is inherent in the K-series design, with booms and mainframes so toughthat they’re warranted for three years or 10,000 hours.MODEL WEIGHT (kg) BUCKET (m) BREAKOUT (kgf) STATIC TIP FULL TURN (kg) POWER (kW@rpm) DUMP HEIGHT (mm)544K Z-Bar 12,820 1.9-4.5 10,188 9434 125@1900 2760544K Powerllel 13,840 1.9-4.5 8604 7554 125@1900 2680624K Z-Bar 15,185 2.5-5 12,920 12,031 147@1800 2860624K Powerllel 16,454 2.5-5 10,759 9257 147@1800 2700644K Z-Bar 18,333 2.8-5.0 15,378 12,879 173@1700 2910644K Powerllel 19,966 2.8-5.0 12,029 11,051 173@1700 2790724K Z-Bar 19,264 3.3-5.0 14,398 14,132 197@1800 2840744K Z-Bar 24,346 3.8-5 19,146 16,946 227@1500 3040824K Z-Bar 26,210 4.2-6.1 18,905 17,588 248@1600 3190844K Z-Bar 32,037 4.6-6.8 21,709 20,020 283@1600 3320SPEEDS (F/R)670G 21,228 12/14 6090H 195 (145kW) 72% 45.2/45.2672G 21,228 12/14 6090H 195 (145kW) 72% 45.2/45.2770G 21,772 12/14 6090H 230 (172kW) 63% 45.2/45.2772G 21,772 12/14 6090H 245 (183kW) 55% 45.2/45.2870G 22,054 12/16 6090H 255 (190kW) 60% 44.6/44.6872G 22,054 12/16 6090H 265 (198kW) 53% 44.6/44.664 CablePriceFeller bunchersDesigned and forestry-built for sustained hard work in highvolume, day and night, John Deere feller bunchers have moreof everything it takes to raise your production numbers. Seeone in action and you’ll appreciate the increased boom lift andswing torque, plus superb tractive effort and ground clearanceto travel smartly to the next harvesting position. Every moveis automatically controlled and speeds can be customised todifferent operators.John Deere feller bunchers have earned a worldwidereputation as being hard-working, easy to run, reliablemachines that pay their own way every shift.MODEL POWER (kW/HP) FELLING HEAD CUT DIAMETER (mm) CUT RADIUS (m) WEIGHT (kg)753J 180/241 FS20/FS22B 559 8.4 23,610759J 180/241 FS20/FS22B 559 8.3 27,240909K 267/199 FS22B/FR24B/FR22B 559 8.4 35,540959K 286/214 FS22B/FR24B/FR22B 622 8.5 36,780MODELPOWER(KW/HP)Tracked HarvestersJohn Deere’s JH and KH-series of purpose-built, cut-to-length harvesters help operators to managetheir forest with every cut. Built on a long history of harvester evolution, John Deere’s trackedand wheeled harvesters are all about making technology pay off for logging contractors. Thesemachines have no unnecessary gimmicks, just hard-working, practical, high-efficiency systems thatmake the operator’s job easier, adding to the margin of difference that can help businesses grow.John Deere leads the world in on-board management systems, designed to help the operatorbetter manage their time and the forest, as well as providing higher levels of return.REACH(m)PROCESSORCUT DIAMETER(inches)WEIGHT(kg)703JH 135/181 8.5 HTH616/HTH622 30 23,120 730753JH 180/241 8.5 HTH616/HTH622 30 23,256 730759JH 180/241 8.5 HTH616/HTH622 25.6 26,760 759903KH 246/330 8.9 HTH624/HTH625 32 31,810 749909KH 246/330 8.9 HTH624/HTH625 32 35,300 770MODELCLEARANCE(mm)ForwardersJohn Deere forwarders lead the world in innovative design and quality manufacturing. Whether you arerunning a large-scale, round-the-clock harvesting operation or haul wood over short distances, there’s aJohn Deere forwarder loaded with the features you need to raise production numbers. The revolutionarynew E-series is all about best-ever performance, cab comfort and service access, all factors that epitomiseJohn Deere’s value proposition of productivity, uptime and low daily operating costs.Available in 6WD or 8WD to match the terrain and a variety of boom and deck length configurations,John Deere forwarders have earned a worldwide reputation as hard-working, easy to run, reliable machinesthat pay their own way every shift.REACH(m)GROSS LIFTINGTORQUE (kNm)DECK LENGTH(m)POWER(kW@rpm)810E 7.2 / 8.7 / 9.8 76 3.8 95@1900 90001010E 7.2 / 8.5 / 10 102 4.5 115.5@1900 11,0001110E 7.2 / 8.5 / 10 102 4.5 136@1900 12,0001210E 7.2 / 8.5 / 10 125 4.5 136@1900 13,0001510E 7.2 / 8.5 / 10 125 4.5 145@1900 15,0001910E 8.5 151 4.8 186@1900 19,000TRACK & WHEELLOAD RATING(kg)CablePrice 65

TRACK & WHEELSWING macHinesThe D-series swing machines combineplenty of new features to give youproductivity like never before. Swingtorque, tractive effort, horsepower, hydraulicflow and the seamless integration of theattachment and carrier are all worthbragging about.Factory-built solutions with the rightsize components for forestry, providingunsurpassed machine performance anddurability. It is all these powerful featuresthat make each machine as responsive as thecompany that makes them.TRACK & WHEELA BETTER WORKINGENVIRONMENTNEW ZAXIS-5 MINI EXCAVATORS FROM 3.5 TO 6.4 TONNEMODEL ENGINE RATED POWER (kW) OPERATING WEIGHT (kg) MAXIMUM REACH (m) TAIL SWING RADIUS (m)2154D 119 30,250* 10.98* 3.102454D 145 35,300* 11.67* 3.302954D 145 41,050* 12.60* 3.3693754D 220 46,108* 13.12* 3.66* Fitted with live/fixed heelSkid SteersThe new redesigned D-series skid steers incorporateroomier operator stations, quieter pressurised cabswith best-in-class visibility and curved glass swing-outdoors. Choose a model that suits, from the responsive318D, weighing in at just 2928kg yet with a strong1600kg tipping load, right through to the heavy-weight332D that tips the scales at just over 4100kg, with itsstrong 2900kg tipping load.To learn how the D-series skid steers can help youget more done, more reliably, for less, then talk to aCablePrice rep today.MODEL WEIGHT (kg) TIPPING LOAD (kg) BUCKET BREAKOUT FORCE (kg) POWER (kW@rpm) DUMP HEIGHT (mm)313 2338 1146 989 36.5 2130315 2361 1362 1108 36.5 2260318D 2928 1634 2327 47@2200 2380320D 2996 1816 2327 50.8@2300 2420326D 3689 2361 3519 55@2800 2540328D 3814 2542 4676 63.4@2200 2570332D 4163 2906 6299 71.1@2400 2590ZX33U-5Engine Power.............21.2 kWOperating Weight........3,510 kgBackhoe Bucket.........0.08 m3Track Type..................RubberZX38U-5Engine Power.............21.2 kWOperating Weight........3,960 kgBackhoe Bucket.........0.10 m3Track Type..................RubberZX48U-5Engine Power.............28.2 kWOperating Weight........4,900 kgBackhoe Bucket.........0.11 m3Track Type..................RubberZX55U-5Engine Power.............28.2 kWOperating Weight........5,210 kgBackhoe Bucket.........0.14 m3Track Type..................RubberZX65USB-5Engine Power.............34.1 kWOperating Weight........6,470 kgBackhoe Bucket.........0.24 m3Track Type..................RubberZERO-SWING MULTI-FUNCTION | REDUCED FUEL CONSUMPTION | EXCELLENT CONTROLLABILITY | EASY-TO-READ MULTI-MONITOR*All specifications quoted are cab models with rubber tracks, long arm and additional counterweight.Compact Track LoadersMODEL WEIGHT (kg) TIPPING LOAD (kg) BUCKET BREAKOUT FORCE (kg) POWER (kW@rpm) DUMP HEIGHT (mm)319D 3882 2542 2327 50.8@2300 2400323D 3882 3257 2542 55@2200 2400329D 4917 3768 4688 63.4@2200 2590333D 4994 4279 6299 71.1@2400 259066 CablePrice190413_Hitachi_MiniGet yourself out of a tight spot by getting into a zero-tail swingHitachi Zaxis-5 mini excavator. Available in models from 3.5 to6.4 tonne, 100% of the cabin and upper structure in all zero-swingmodels rotates within the width of the track frame, ensuring safeand efficient movements within confined operating spaces.Simple to use, these machines can be easily transported, makingthem perfect for general purpose construction, to drainage work,gardening and landscaping projects.Although small in size, their powerful engines lack nothing whenit comes to boosting productivity. With ultimate versatility in tightspaces, rapid acceleration, smooth handling, and frugal fuelconsumption, these new Zaxis-5 mini excavators are designed tosave you money!For more information on the new Hitachi Zaxis-5 mini excavatorsor any other Hitachi excavators visit www.cableprice.co.nz orcontact your local CablePrice sales representative.0800 555 456sales@cableprice.co.nzwww.cableprice.co.nzCablePrice 67

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