John Deere compact telescopic wheel loader offers extended reach capabilities on tight job sites
John Deere has introduced the 326 P-Tier compact telescopic wheel loader. John Deere built the 326 P-Tier for contractors looking to expand the reach and ability of their compact machines. With a similar build and design to the 324 P-Tier wheel loader, the 326 P-Tier is equipped with telescopic linkage, providing extended reach capabilities.
The new 326 P-Tier telescopic compact wheel loader offers over 16 feet of reach from its telescopic lift arm, providing ideal lifting abilities while still being compact enough to work in tight spaces. Operators can control the telescopic arm with a mini-joystick on the main control lever.
Equipped with the Load Torque Indicator System, operators will see and hear visual and audible alarms if stability limits are exceeded during lifting, lowering, or extension. Once limits are reached, movements with the telescopic lift arms are only possible if the movement improves the stability of the load helping to keep the machine operating at maximum capability and performance.
"Providing our customers with job site offerings that help boost operator confidence and machine capability are top priorities when introducing new, unique machines to our line-up of compact construction equipment, and the debut of the 326 P-Tier not only emphasizes that commitment but also helps our customers take their work to new heights," said Emily Pagura, product marketing manager at John Deere. "This model is perfect for operators of all experience levels and is equipped with easily controllable telescopic arms and an intelligent overload warning system. With these features, the 326 P-Tier is a one-of-a-kind machine made for every job site needing extended reach."
The cab in the 326 P-Tier has been designed with comfort and operator ease of use at the forefront. Optimizing loading and stacking processes, electro-hydraulic controls are customizable from a nine-inch touchscreen display, offering Auto Return-to-Dig and Auto Lift and Lower functions to lower cycle times. The user-friendly 9-inch touchscreen display also provides key information including warnings, status and machine-positioning information all in easy view for further convenience.
In terms of visibility, the 326 P-Tier has an overhead window with a dedicated wiper blade and optional boom-mounted lights, in addition to LED lights, which provide an increased view.
In line with current compact wheel loader offerings, the 326 P-Tier features a standard 23-mph top speed, enabling operators to get from point A to point B quickly. For tight job sites, an Articulation Plus steering system delivers 30 degrees of articulation plus 10 additional degrees of rear-wheel steering.
