Top 10 front loaders

Frontal loaders perform a huge range of functions in various sectors of the national economy. Heavy machinery from different manufacturers, as a rule, has the ability to install additional attachments, expanding its functional characteristics, which makes this category of machines one of the most popular and sought after special equipment.

In recent years, there has been an aggressive expansion of Chinese manufacturers on the domestic market, whose front loaders are distinguished by affordable prices, fairly good build quality and reliability of components (units and units from the USA and the European Union countries are often used). This review will acquaint the reader with the best models of front loaders in the domestic market. The rating was made on the basis of technical characteristics, popularity, as well as feedback from owners with operating experience of the presented special equipment.

Top 10 best front loaders

10 Lonking CDM833

The Chinese loader has a fairly powerful engine, which has a complete similarity with the German engine Deutza. Car carrying capacity is 3 tons - this figure is most in demand in the domestic market. A rather comfortable workplace of the operator is equipped with a heater and air conditioning. The bucket control is quite simple, and is carried out using the joystick.

The owners, in general, are satisfied with their choice, which is what they indicate in their reviews. In addition to the great price, the front loader has other advantages. It copes well with the assigned tasks, is quite simple in everyday use, has a good margin of safety. When using Chinese technology in the northern regions of the country, you must first replace the fluid and gaskets in the hydraulic system - to work in difficult conditions, the machine is not prepared.

9 Molot zl 30

Another Chinese loader is popular in the domestic market. Its capacity is 3 tons. This is quite enough to use the machine in construction, agriculture and national economy, at production facilities. Available installation of attachments of various functionality - a brush for cleaning the territory, blade, forks and many other modular nozzles, significantly expanding the functionality. At the same time, the main advantage of the model is its price.

There are practically no competitors on the market that can compete in value with Molot front loaders. Despite the high availability, in the reviews of the owners focuses on sufficient durability and reliability of equipment. The metal frame has a thickness of 45 mm, permanent four-wheel drive, automatic transmission, time-tested American Cummins engine - these factors also provide the Chinese loader with increased demand in the domestic market.

8 SDLG L953F

The SDLG front loader is manufactured in a Chinese state-owned factory, and its quality allows the model to successfully compete with similar products not only in China. To have an idea about the level of assembly and components, it is enough to get acquainted with the list of countries where these front-end loaders are imported:

• Australia, Malaysia;
• France, Germany, Sweden;
• Iran and other countries of the African and European continents.

In customer reviews, you can find positive assessments of an affordable price and excellent build quality. Reliable components and the responsible approach of the management of the plant SDLG to the development and creation of front loaders (and other special equipment), became the reason for the popularity and ensured stable demand for Chinese equipment in different countries, including Russia.

7 ANT 3000

This front loader, manufactured by Kovrov Electromechanical Plant, is equipped with a standard bucket with a capacity of 1.8 m³, and has a load limit of up to three tons. High-quality and reliable performance of the frame and hydraulic system complement the high performance of the engine. The ANT 3000 uses the JOHN DEERE diesel powerplant, which develops 74 kW of power.

Given the more affordable availability of spare parts, in comparison with imported counterparts, the owners note the low financial cost of maintenance and repair, quality and reliability of components. A rather comfortable place for the driver does not tire, it allows you to maintain concentration and performance throughout the working day. Also in the reviews is highly appreciated the cost of the loader, which in the domestic market has an undeniable advantage.

6 Amkodor 342 V

The load capacity of this front loader is 4 tons, which allows it to be used for solving any tasks on the movement of goods. High build quality, reliable components and assemblies are the basis for long-term operation, during which the owner is required only timely replacement of consumables, carrying out routine maintenance (lubrication, replacement of necessary components and parts with used life, etc.) and filling the loader with diesel fuel.

In the reviews, a special place is occupied by positive evaluations of additional modules, which transform the front loader into a universal machine capable of performing a wide variety of jobs. The manufacturer produces the following types of attachments:

• Crane boom (and its elongated modification);
• “Jaw” and “paw” grips, loading forks;
• Stacker;
• Dumps in stock.

In addition to affordable prices, functionality and ease of maintenance make Amkodor 342B one of the most popular models in the domestic market for special equipment.

5 XCMG LW 300F

The Chinese manufacturer has recently entered the world market - its international activity began in 2000. After 7 years, front-end loaders began to be supplied to the Russian market, which had undergone training and climate adaptation for working at low temperatures, which significantly expanded the geography of using this Chinese technology in our country. The company is intensively expanding its dealer network and service centers - every fourth wheel loader sold in Russia has the XCMG logo.

During the operation of this model, the owners did not have any complaints about the manufacturer.Comfortable workplace and intuitive control reduce the burden on the operator, able to maintain the necessary concentration all working day. The reviews noted a large margin of safety, reliability of the power plant and hydraulic system. The Chinese loader is easy to maintain, and the availability of spare parts and consumables significantly reduces repair downtime.

4 Komatsu WA380-6

One of the distinguishing features of the Japanese front loader of this brand is the highest build quality, component parts and parts, as well as a thoroughly thought-out perfect design. High reliability, combined with unpretentiousness in everyday use, are the reason for the popularity of this brand in the Russian market.

Routine, timely replacement of consumables and hubs, as well as the careful treatment of the operator, will allow intensive use of the Komatsu WA380-6 for many years without the need for major repairs. In their reviews, the owners point out the high reliability of these front-end loaders, the absence of problems in the operation of the engine for more than 7 years of operation (only consumables with a tolerance were used).

3 Hyundai HL780-9S

The front loader is equipped with a highly efficient 260 kW Cummins engine. Automatic transmission transmits the power of the power plant at once to all 4 wheels. A 4.8 m³ bucket is capable of lifting up to 8 tons of cargo to a height of 4.1 m.

The cabin corresponds to the European concept of comfort - ergonomic control, climate system and heater, audio system. There is also a LCD-display located at the level of the eyes of the operator of the loader, which can display the operating parameters output from the on-board computer or broadcast the overview of the rear-view camera (optional). In their reviews, the owners appreciate the reliability of the South Korean loader. Easy to maintain, comfortable and high-performance, Hyundai HL780-9S in the domestic market is in steady demand.

2 Volvo L90F

A feature of this powerful front loader is adaptation to work in the conditions of the northern regions of Russia. The high reliability of the power plant and the availability of the original attachments allow the machine to be used at various production sites - from construction sites and quarries to logging sites. In addition, it can work with a bucket, the volume of which can vary from 2.7 to 7 m³.

Low noise emission engine, powerful transmission axles, automatic transmission - all of this is a hallmark of the Volvo L90F wheel loader. The reviews also noted the smoothness, high efficiency of the brake system. A large margin of safety ensures a longer duration of trouble-free operation.

1 HITACHI ZW180-5A

The wheel loader in the basic configuration is equipped with a bucket with a capacity of 2.7 m³. The Japanese manufacturer paid great attention not only to reliability, but also to a high level of environmental safety of manufactured equipment. In the reviews of the owners, positive ratings of the power plant of the front loader prevail - the Cummins QSB6.7 diesel engine, equipped with a turbine, proved to be a reliable and robust unit with a large safety margin. In addition, the possibility of using attachments, expanding the functionality of the machine.

Special attention should be paid to the cabin, which created the most comfortable conditions for the driver. Excellent cabin vibration insulation, internal treatment with a highly efficient noise absorber contribute to high operator concentration.In addition, there is a climate system with dust protection, a comfortable seat and intuitive control that allows the loader to quickly master even a beginner with little experience.

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HITACHI

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MOLOT

LONKING

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