247 & 257 A/B MULTI TERRAIN LOADER TURF BELT Caterpillar

 

247 & 257 A/B MULTI TERRAIN LOADER TURF BELT

AVSpare will now offer a ?Turf? belt for the 247 and 257 A/B model Multi Terrain Loaders.  This belt has been tested in various underfoot conditions for traction and floatation and the results were very successful.  The turf belt is a very unique belt used for specific applications such as golf course maintenance and various sod/grass applications where it is important not to disturb the ground surface.  Because of the unique smooth tread pattern on the turf belt, it is crucial to utilize this belt in the proper applications.

 

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This picture is only a simulation to help illustrate the unique tread pattern.  The color of the AVSpare^? turf belt will match all of the other AVSpare MTL belts.

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Maintenance/Track Adjustment

With any AVSpare Multi Terrain Loader it is crucial to do the proper maintenance to the undercarriage on a daily basis.  Checking track tension and cleaning the undercarriage will significantly increase the life of the undercarriage system, which will help in reducing the owning and operating costs to the customer.  The proper track tension for all AVSpare MTL?s is ?? to 1? of sag with 100 pounds of weight placed in the center of the track.  Please refer to the Owning and Operating Manuel for specific details on measuring and adjusting the track belt for each model.

Summary

The new ?Turf? belt for the AVSpare MTL 247 & 257 A/B models is a great option for those customers who run their machines in very unique applications where it is important not to disturb or damage the underfoot.  Please make sure that end users are aware of the intended uses for this smooth tread design to avoid damage to the track or possibly the machine.

Eric Mathewson

Undercarriage Marketing

Marketing & Product Support Division      

CV4111-Tel (309) 675-7850

E-mail: Mathewson_Eric_A@cat.com