More power less weight is the mantra for the new Torion 1611 and 1611P which replace the 1511 and 1511P after just one year. The newcomers have a six-cylinder block producing 207hp and 252hp respectively. The ‘P’ model is better suited to clamping work as it is slightly lighter (15,200 versus 15,810kg), the extra mass of the 1611 allowing it to lift more hence it is aimed more at handling tasks.
A new Z linkage with more flicking power to kick a silage fork forward from full tilt, means the headstock switches from a welded to a cast steel construction.
The Scorpion has also had a visit from the engineering team with the 732, 736, 741 and 746 getting a new Deutz 3.6l motor with a 6hp power increase to 143hp or 156hp and an extra 50Nm of torque. There is a new cooling pack, air filter and the Stage V after treatment is more compact.
The braking valve and pedal as well as the software have all been improved and an automatic park brake is standard. Automatic boom retraction should help boost cycle times on the 746 to 960 Scorpions. Regenerative working hydraulics is on all models with load-free lowering, again improving cycle times as well as reducing noise.
In the cab there is a new air-con setup while the reach and rake adjustment on the steering wheel has also been improved.
