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operator enjoys a clear sightline to
the top of the load, increasing log
placement accuracy and decreasing
cycle times. In addition, the
grapple stays within the operator’s
view through the entire loading
and unloading cycle for reduced
operator strain.
The low-wide system is
available for both the 1075C and
1085C forwarders.
Tigercat grapples
Since an average of 50% of
the forwarder duty cycle is
spent loading and unloading,
increasing the number of logs
per crane cycle is another way
that Tigercat is improving overall
machine productivity and reducing
forwarding cost per tonne. The
FG43 and FG53 series Tigercat
grapples compliment the crane
with larger load area capacities at
43 cm2 (4.6 ft2) and 53 cm2 (5.7
ft2) respectively.
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The grapples are fitted with
thick-walled bushings for extended
service life. The link has a patent-
pending hose routing design
to better protect the hoses and
the swing dampener has been
designed for heavy duty.
Operator’s station
Tigercat forwarders are equipped
with a modern, well finished,
spacious cab with extended
windows for excellent visibility
to the load area and the ground.
The large window area provides
an open feeling, reducing the
perception of being confined in a
machine cab for long periods.
A quiet environment is
important for operator comfort
and productivity. The forwarder
cab is insulated and isolation-
mounted for reduced noise levels
and vibration. Sound insulation is
used under the cab, on the engine
wall area, and the engine hood to
The crane’s hooked profile is designed to
increase the working envelope of the crane
for reduced machine travel and improved
productivity
Tigercat
reduce driveline and engine noise.
All connections to the cab use
bulkhead fittings to reduce noise
transfer.
enclosure and tilting cab. All the
hydraulic valves and computer
control modules are located in one
compartment in the wagon frame.
Easily accessed from ground
level, hydraulic adjustments
are simple to perform. Electrical
reliability is excellent due to short
wire runs between the control
modules and valves located
immediately beside them.
Service
Tigercat forwarders have
unsurpassed service access to
all electrical, mechanical and
hydraulic systems. Access to
the engine, driveline and pumps
is through the tilt-out hood
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