Exhibit A Specifications for 2.5 HiLift Wheel Loader.docx

State of Illinois Department of Central Management Services

Specifications for a 2.5 cubic yard Hi-Lift Wheel Loader

Exhibit A Specifications for 2.5-Cubic Yard Wheel Loader

The following specifications describe the minimum requirements for heavy-duty, articulated, four-wheel-drive, wheel type end loader. The equipment shall be new, of current design and manufacture, and a production model. Any additions, deletions, or variations from the following specifications must be noted or the equipment will be rejected. Any standard items appearing in the manufacturer’s regular published specifications shall be included unless otherwise noted.

Parts and service for the equipment should be readily available within the State of Illinois.

Unless otherwise specified, the equipment shall be complete in all parts and ready for immediate use upon delivery.

Make

Model:

Manufacturer:

The State reserves the right to waive minor informalities, deficiencies, or technical variances which by their nature are restrictive to a given manufacturer, if in its’ judgement, it would be in the best interest of the State.

Capacity:

The loader shall be equipped with a general-purpose bucket with a minimum SAE heaped capacity of 2.5 cu. yd. and bolt on cutting edges.

All minimums are based on material weight of 3,200 lbs. per cubic yard) and SAE standard J818B. All information in the loader portion of the specification should be answered using the general purpose bucket.

Equipped per this specification, including counterweight if required, the loader shall have a minimum SAE full turn (40) tipping load of approximately 18,000 lbs.

Hydro inflation of rear tires with any solution will not be accepted. Loaders must meet the minimum SAE J732C and SAE J742 full turn tipping load and operating weight requirements without material added to the tires.

Minimum breakout force (SAE J732C) of 21,500 lbs. with the bucket specified above.

The approximate operating weight of the machine shall be 29,000 lbs.

Loader:

The loader shall include automatic return to dig feature.

The loader shall include an adjustable, operator activated, “return to carry” bucket level feature.

Equipped per specifications, the loader shall have a minimum loading height to the bucket hinge pin of 13’-6”.

Coupler:

ACS (American Coupler System) Pro-Series 2000 Coupler or approved equivalent complete with all mounting hardware and linkage.

Equipped per specifications, loader shall have a minimum dump clearance height @ 45 to the cutting edge of 10’-1”.

Engine:

The loader shall be powered by a current production, liquid cooled, turbo-charged, diesel engine with a gross horsepower minimum of 150 and approximate displacement of 348 cu. in.

The engine shall be compliant with all present clean air regulations and include all Tier 4 emission standards.

Diesel engine controls, features, instruments, or LCD screen monitors for the following:

· Tachometer

· Fuel gauge.

· DEF gauge if equipped.

· Engine-coolant temperature gauge or warning light.

· Engine oil pressure gauge or warning light.

· Hand or foot-controlled throttle

· Air filter restriction gauge or warning light.

· Back-up alarm

· Hydraulic oil temperature

· Hour meter

· Engine/hydraulic system shutdown

· Cold weather starting aid

· Coolant heater

· Muffler/Exhaust as required to meet emissions.

· Engine side shields or hood with locks.

· Engine fuel filter/water separator.

Cooling System:

Pressurized liquid cooling system with thermostat. System shall be filled with manufacturer’s approved extended life antifreeze and equipped with engine coolant heater if available.

Transmission:

Power shift with torque converter or hydrostatic drive with inboard mounted motors.

Minimum of four speeds forward and three speeds reverse with Cruise control or Creep function included

The loader shall include a transmission disconnect activated by the service brake pedal.

Drive Axles:

The loader shall be driven by a planetary drive to each wheel.

Both differentials shall include posi-traction type locking devices or operator controlled differential lock to limit wheel slip.

Note: Ordering entities may discuss this feature prior to ordering loaders.

Rear axle oscillation shall be ±10 degrees.

Steering:

Full hydraulic power, articulated frame.

Brakes:

Parking brake shall be of sufficient design to hold machine on a slope and prevent operation of the loader when engaged.

The parking brake shall be equipped with a visual or audible warning device or a method to prevent operation of the loader while engaged.

Service brakes shall be full power, enclosed, oil-bathed type.

Tires:

First run quality, all-purpose: 20.5-25 or manufacturer standard, radial, L3. Fenders shall be included.

Electrical:

The loader may be equipped with a 12 or 24 volt electrical system. If a 24-volt system is used a minimum of 2 (two) 12-volt ATC style fused terminals shall be provided for installing entity-owned equipment.

Lighting: The loader shall be provided with the following lighting.

· Minimum of two front and two rear work lights.

· Two separate front driving lights.

· Two separate, LED combination stop and taillights.

· Front and rear LED turn signals.

· Lighted instrument panel.

· Amber hazard/warning lights.

An additional four corner Amber LED warning light system shall be installed. The LED lights shall produce a strobe effect visible 360 degrees around the loader. The lights shall be visible a minimum of 500 feet in normal sunlight. The lights shall be controlled by a dedicated switch in the operator’s station.

Hydraulic System:

Loader hydraulics shall include pump, hydraulic cooler, filtration, variable flow, and maximum flow auxiliary hydraulics, with necessary valves and controls to run accessory attachments. The loader hydraulics shall be rated to operate the any optional accessories purchased with the unit.

The loader control shall be from a single lever or joystick. The control shall include lift, lower, dump, rollback, and float.

Auxiliary Hydraulics:

The loader shall feature additional hydraulic circuits for use with optional accessories and coupler system. The controls shall be located in the operator’s station. The additional circuits shall be equipped with flow control if required by the manufacturer.

The loader shall include a hydraulic accumulator mounted in the linkage of the loader arms to reduce “yaw” while “roading”. This feature may be referred to as “Ride Control”.

Operator Cab:

The cab shall be manufacturer’s deluxe fully enclosed cab with sound suppression and lockable door(s). Cab shall be constructed to incorporate an OSHA approved and SAE rated ROPS support structure.

The cab shall include manufacturer’s standard circulated air conditioning/heater/defroster and controls.

The loader shall be provided with rear view camera for the operator to see what is to the rear of the machine.

The operator’s seat shall be fully adjustable air suspension type and provide adjustment for leg room, height, reach, weight, and lumbar support. Seatbelt with warning indicator shall be included (i.e. Fasten seatbelt).

Cab features shall include the following:

· Locking Safety type entry door and windows (ballistic polycarbonate/Lexan for Forestry Mulcher option)

· Selectable joystick functions for attachments

· Horn

· Dome light

· 12-volt Power point (socket/USB)

· Seat belt

· Parking brake control

· Sound reduction

· Washer/wiper system

· AM/FM Radio with Bluetooth connectivity

· Gauges or LCD display for engine data

· Slow moving vehicle emblem

· Backup alarm

Weight/Payload Management System:

Shall be equipped with onboard, Wi-Fi, load weighing system, complete with slope compensation, recordable memory, viewable display indicator and printer.

Counter Weighting:

This feature is critical to this machine and the safety of the operator. The balance of the loader will be tested at the delivery location with the features in place as specified. Any machine responding in an unbalanced manner will be rejected and not accepted until additional counter weighting is provided and installed. As stipulated above, ballasting or filling the rear tires with any material, is not, and will not be considered as an acceptable alternative.

Finish:

All exterior surfaces normally painted or powder coated shall be manufacturer’s standard color.

Common attachments that might be purchased under accessories/factory modification:

4-In-One Bucket Forklift Tines Extendable Jib Boom two (2) piece manually extendable type boom.

Grapple Loader Rake