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GIANT skid steer loaders combine a low weight (750 kg) and compact sizes with a high tractive force and tipping load. This makes the machines extremely flexible and suitable to use for different areas of application. Together with a wide range of attachments it is possible to adjust a GIANT skid steer loader to working conditions for agricultural purposes, (road) construction, property maintenance or for private use.

The current range of skid steer loaders exists of 3 different models. One gasoline version with 21 HP (SK 211 G) and two diesel version with 20 HP (SK 201 D) or 25 HP (SK 251 D). The machines are equipped with 4 powerful hydraulic wheel motors, which have a low need of maintenance.

Sales of GIANT skidsteer goes like a rocket

Six months ago the GIANT open days took place in their factory in Oisterwijk (NL). During this event GIANT surprised the visitors with the introduction of the skidsteer. It was an extension of the existing product range of (telescopic) wheel loaders and telehandlers. Since its introduction, there has been a huge demand for skid steers. Those who still want to order a skidsteer which will be delivered before the end of this year, should be fast…

Because of the market demand was known that there is a large market for this machine in the agricultural sector. To everyone’s surprise the skidsteer is sold in several other sectors, such as construction, landscaping and for private use. Due to its low weight (750 kg) and compact size, it can easily be transported on a trailer.

Currently, GIANT has 3 models of skidsteers in the program. The GIANT SK 211 G is powered by a gasoline engine ( 21 hp) and the other two models have a Kubota diesel engine (20 and 25 hp). The wheels are driven by four powerful wheel engines. In addition, the skidsteer offers a lot of hydraulic possibilities to drive the various attachments.

Extra pulling force GIANT D337T

The GIANT D337T has optional the opportunity to equip the machine with 2 gears. This option has been modified, so the machine with a second gear will be equipped with a heavy duty drive. As a result, the pulling force of this machine will increase by 27%. The first gear offers a speed of 0 to 10 km per hour and the second gear offers a speed of 0 to 25 km per hour. For the 2 gears the machine will be equipped with a Heavy Duty drive.

The Heavy Duty version of this machine has been developed in response to market demand. This GIANT D337T is a well sold machine in the agricultural sector because of its compact design and high tipping load (1,450 kg). The users often pushes this machine to its limits. With the double speed the machine offers an even higher performance.

Automatic greasing system

GIANT offer for several models an automatic greasing system. The compact system has a unique cartridge for easy refill and offers an accurate, viscosity-independent grease supply over a wide temperature range. The pump is easy to program with integrated touch pads and LCD display.

The 1.7 litre cartridge, however, offers the right grease volume to meet the lubrication needs and larger service intervals of your GIANT. The system is available with a strong 12 or 24 Volt electric motor and features an 8 mm (0.32 inch) pump element as a standard, providing 0,26 cm3 (0.16 in3] of grease per cycle.

The easy to program timer with integrated LCD display with intuitive touch pads makes programming of the system extremely easy. Lubrication intervals can be set from 1 to 300 minutes, while the grease volume is defined by the number of revolutions of the pump rather than by a pre-set timing. As a result, the automatic greasing system supplies exactly the right grease quantity over a wide temperature range, independent of the viscosity of the grease. The number of pump revolutions can be programmed from 1 to 99 revolutions per grease cycle, which together with the forced stroke of the pumping elements result in an incomparable accuracy.

The automatic greasing system is available for the following models:

• V452T
• V452T X-TRA
• V452T HD
• V452T X-TRA HD
• V501
• V761T
• V501 TELE
• V761T TELE

Weed brush

With the renewed weed brush from GIANT, you can quickly remove your weeds, without having to use toxic substances. The brush has a diameter of 800 mm and is made of braided steel covered in a plastic lining. Because of the stiff bristles and high rotational speed, the weeds will be swept away. The brush is powered exclusively by hydraulics.

Besides the hydraulic function for rotating the brush, there is a second hydraulic connection on the lifting arm necessary for angling of the entire arm. This makes the brush has a reach of 2,2 meters. As standard, the weed brush is equipped with a mudguard.

Optionally, a hydraulic tilting of the brush is also possible. Because of a 6/2 valve, which will be mounted on the weed brush, a 12 Volt socket on the lifting arm is required (so an extra hydraulic function is not necessary).

Renewed jib booms

GIANT has renewed the offer of jib booms. In the new booms are sliding blocks mounted, which ensure a good guidance during extension and retraction of the boom. The jib boom is ideal for transporting heavy materials, and other lifting operations which must be carried out in a responsible way.

The new jib booms are available in 3 different sizes: 130 – 200 cm (full retracted and extended), 160 – 260 cm and 230 – 380 cm. All types are available both in a mechanical version as in a hydraulic version. The mechanical version has to be extended manually and can be fastened by a pin in a hole of the arm. The hydraulic version slides out by a cylinder which is mounted on the jib boom.

Further technical details are listed in the table below:

The mowing season is coming!

Temperatures rise and the frost disappears. That means that the mowing season is coming again! GIANT has now temporarily both the flail mower and the flail mower with collector on stock.

Flail mower

The flail mower offers the driver a very good view on his work. The mower is available in three different working widths and can be used both for mowing lawns tight as rough terrain. For optimal performance are different flails available for the mower. Additionally, you can mount loose verticutting blades between your flails. These blades hit the moss from your lawn and make a slit between the grass. This allows the lawn to breathe. As standard, the mower is equipped with the so-called “Y” flail blades.

The mower is powered by a hydraulic motor. This is connected to the double acting hydraulic valve on the lifting arm. The hydraulic motor requires an oil input of 35 to 40 liters per minute. This makes the mower suitable for all GIANT models. A leakage oil connection is not required, but recommended. The pressureless return ensures that the hydraulic oil doesn’t have to go back through the valve to the oil reservoir, so the heating of the oil is limited. For intensive long-term use, we recommend a double gear pump on your GIANT.

Flail mower with collector

The flail mower with collector offers besides the functionalities of the flail mower, that grass rests, leaves, branches and/or manure is sucked into the collector. This will keep your lawn or meadow clean and fresh. Also for the flail mower with collector are several blades available.

The flail mower with collector is available in cutting widths of 1,20 meters (700 liters collector) and 1,60 meters (900 liters collector). On the attachment is a heavy hydraulic motor mounted, that drives flail shaft hydraulically. The high rpm of the shaft creates a suction effect, making the grass, leaf debris and even manure is sucked into the collector. The high speed also creates a tightly mown lawn. In the frame are two slotted holes allowing the flail mower has freedom of moving, in comparison to the base frame. A chain between the frame and the wheel loader enables the lifting of the mower. The collector can be discharged by a second double-acting hydraulic function in front of your wheel loader. In addition, a leak-oil connection is required. Optionally there is a tine bar in front of the mowing unit, enabling the flail mower to function as paddock cleaner as well.

Cutter arm with mulching unit

GIANT offers a cutter arm which is suitable as a front attachment. Unlike when the device is installed behind a tractor or loader, the driver has a good view on his work. The modern cutter arm is perfect for mowing roadsides and ditch borders and pruning hedges and various planting beds.

The cutter arm has a reach of 3,4 meters and has a hydraulic obstacle protection. This protects the arm and the mower from damages. In addition, the cutter arms have a parallel arm geometry. This relieves the driver, because the position of the tool doesn’t has to be corrected when changing the scoop. A mulching unit is mounted on the arm with two hydraulically driven, rotating blades. The mower has a working width of 1,25 meters.

For optimal functioning of the mower, your GIANT has to possess a minimum oil output of 46 L/min (210 bar). In addition, a double gear pump, stabilo system and pro-inching are required. The patented stabilo system ensures high stability of the machine. With the pro-inching function, the mower operates on a fixed rpm and you can control your driving speed with the foot pedal. A leak oil connection and 12 Volt connection on the lifting arm are also required.

The control of the arm and mower will take place in the cabin, through more-lever cable control or single-lever electro-proportional control. With the more-lever principle, you can operate four levers each with a cable connected to cutter arm. You can also choose for single-lever control. For this option you control an electro-proportional joystick, and you can turn the mower on and off. After using the mower you can disconnect the mower with the hydraulic quick change, so the wheel loader can also be used for other activities.

New rotary mowers

GIANT has switched to better quality rotary mowers. The new mowers are light, compact and are ideal for maintaining your lawns and meadows. The high quality blades ensure a perfectly mowed lawn. The mowers are available in three different widths: 120 cm, 150 cm and 180 cm.

The rotary mower is powered by a hydraulic motor, which is mounted on top of the mower. This motor is can process a maximum of 33 L/min. This makes the mower is currently only suitable for the GIANT D204SW till the GIANT D332SWT (X-TRA). Soon there will be new rotary mowers available for the other models. The two circulating blades are driven by two separated belt transmissions. On both transmissions is a tensioner to adjust the belt for correct tension. The height of the cutting unit is determined by 4 rotatable rubber wheels. On each wheel is a spacer mounted, which the height can be adjusted.

It is also possible to equip the rotary mower with a mulching kit. The mulching kit finely chopped the cut grass and spreads it over the lawn. So the natural cycle is complete. You save time and your garden is in full of health.

GIANT exposeert met nieuwe modellen op SIMA in Parijs

Van 22 tot en met 26 februari 2015 vindt de SIMA plaats. GIANT is ook dit jaar te bewonder op deze show. De tweejaarlijkse beurseditie wordt gehouden in het beurscomplex van Paris-Nord Villepinte. Met 25% aan “buitenlandse” bezoekers is de SIMA uitgegroeid tot een beurs die het internationale imago waardig is.

GIANT is te vinden op standnummer 7B144, en deelt samen met de Duitse firma Strautmann een standplaats. De onlangs geïntroduceerde modellen, zoals de SK 211 G (Skidsteer), D254SW TELE (telescoop wiellader, 1 ton), TENDO (verreiker) en V761T TELE (telescoop wiellader, 5,5 ton), zullen stuk voor stuk aanwezig zijn.

De Skidsteer modellen zijn een compleet nieuwe productgroep in het programma van GIANT. Met een benzinemotor van 21 pk of een dieselmotor van 20 of 25 pk, kan GIANT 3 modellen leveren. De machines worden aangedreven door 4 krachtige wielmotoren en kan 360 graden draaien zonder zich te verplaatsen. De skidsteer-modellen bieden veel hydraulische mogelijkheden, waarmee het aanbouwdeel aangedreven kan worden.

Ook staat er een nieuwe compacte telescoop wiellader: de D254SW TELE. Deze machine met een motorvermogen van 25 pk is ook in een lichtere variant (20 pk) beschikbaar. Met 4 krachtige wielmotoren is de wiellader erg sterk op zijn wielen. De telescoophefarm heeft als voordeel dat er een hefhoogte van 2,75 m bereikt kan worden.

De TENDO is twee jaar geleden al geïntroduceerd, maar is door de constante doorontwikkeling op vele punten verbeterd. De mini-verreiker wordt aangedreven door een Kubota motor van 45 pk. Standaard is deze machine 4-wiel gestuurd. Daarnaast is hondengang- en 2-wielsturing ook mogelijk. De telescopische hefarm bereikt een hoogte van 4,80 meter.

D332SWT (X-TRA) now also in Heavy Duty version

The D332SWT and the D332SWT X-TRA from GIANT are now available as Heavy Duty versions. These machines are equipped with a heavier hydraulic pump. This is offered as an option.

The big advantage of this HD-option is the increase of power for the driving hydraulics, which increases from 360 bar to 450 bar. This results in an even more powerful transmission. The big difference between the D332SWT and the D332SWT X-TRA is the front boom. The front-frame of the X-TRA is lowered, drastically increasing its lifting capacity. The tipping load of the D332SWT is 1060* kg and that of the D332SWT X-TRA is 1500kg* (nearly its own weight!)

*2330 lbs. - 3300lbs.

Herindeling GIANT modellen

De nieuwe modellen volgen elkaar in rap tempo op bij GIANT. Om het overzicht in de diversiteit te bewaren, zijn de machines opgedeeld in verschillende seriegroepen met ieder een eigen naamgeving. Hieronder een overzicht met de diverse seriegroepen: