LiuGong’s motor grader 4180D received the Red Dot, which is awarded to products that feature an outstanding design. The UK based Industrial Design team worked in close co-operation with customers and operators to rethink the traditional grader. According to Gary Major, Director of LiuGong’s Industrial Design: “Visibility, operator comfort and ergonomics were quickly identified as the key areas of focus along with blade articulation and maneuverability.” The resulting machine has a 324° panoramic visibility owing to a newly designed 5 post cab with a single C-pillar; a new cab interior, which sets the benchmark for comfort and efficiency, and new impact-resistant materials provide better weight distribution and increased recyclability. In addition, access for routine maintenance has been improved to reduce downtime.
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