1993 Vehicle Roundup

The only totally new machine for 1993 is the BR 160 from Bombardier. Built specifically to serve the snowmobile and cross country market, it is also being targeted at the utility industry. Excellent rear visibility, enhanced by an offset exhaust stack, is a plus for track-setting. Twin 26,000 Btu heaters are more than ample to keep the oversize glass area free from frost or moisture. There is certified ROP (roll over protection) built into the cab, as is an audible forward-projected warning for snowmobilers on the trail. With a 160 HP turbo diesel Perkins engine, and dry weight of only 6,800 lbs., there is plenty of power for maximum productivity.

Guess what, Pisten Bully fans? Flexible tiller prototypes will be tilling for you, as Kässbohrer responds to market pressures. The model being tested and demonstrated has two sections, and is promised to be in limited production for the 1993 season. Speaking of tillers, the PB160 will sport a more powerful 3.0-meter unit equipped with track-setters. Also new is a change in numbers, both for model designation and for published horsepower. For example, the PB100 is now a 110; the 150 a 160, and so on. How are the horsepower changes possible? Some are fairly straightforward, such as the increase of seven horses in the PB160 (formerly 150). Then, too, newer style viscous fans, as on the PB240, have been added to the smaller models, which freed up some power and required re-rating by the manufacturer. When it comes to the new numbers for the PB320 Mercedes 441LA turbo and the Cummins 8.3 liter,they will require interpretation that only your friendly salesman can supply.

If you haven’t already heard, LMC is now operating with new ownership and is ready to rock and roll. After nearly two years in the planning stages, the 3700 CFS is in its first production run. The 350 horses are by CAT, which drive the new and simpler single-speed Fairfield hydraulics with 100-cc motor and 130-cc pump. The original analog steering demonstrated this winter has (thankfully!) been replaced by a much more manageable micro-processor. Steering wheel is standard and levers optional. By using a laptop computer, sales engineers can now custom-tune steering sensitivity, accel and decel rates and other related hydraulics, on the slope. LMC reportedly will soon offer the same door-open audible alert (when the brake is not set) that is standard with the European version of their 4700. The “1800” receives a totally new fiberoptic-lighted dashboard, “C” handle for rear hydraulics and a 12-way blade.

Tucker Sno Cat has added a new molded instrument panel, manufactured by Ford for its F-series trucks, to the Tucker 2000 line. New 33-in. asymmetric tracks will fit on standard 28-in. track frames without modification. Seats are easily removed in the 8- and 12-passenger people movers. Unique to the four-track series of groomers is a tiller that is physically tied to the rear steering mechanism, which completely eliminates skidding on corners.

Prinoth has souped up their popular T4 groomer with a modified Scania power plant to produce almost 30 more horses and slightly higher torque in the new T4S. Sitting on the same chassis as the T4, the T4S drives its tracks through a larger, single-speed pump as compared to their standard two-speed, hi-lo unit. Larger wheel—14-in. vs. 13-in.—and electronically modulated steering, round out the improvements. Their flail-type tiller is still rigid, but doesn’t pack as much heat into the snow as other drum-types do.

In the smaller groomer world, Formatic has jumped into large sized vehicles with gusto. In addition to their two existing 71 and 115 HP models, they now have two that are powered with 177 horses by IVECO. The largest model FG-4 includes a power-driven trailer for a total length of 25 feet and dry weight of over 12,000 lbs. Lighter and more maneuverable, the new FG-1 weighs 6,500 lbs. less, is half as long and runs on narrower tracks. Hydrostatic steering give it the “0” turning radius we have all become used to in most other groomers.

On the serious side of things, it seems that almost every winter brings tragic accidents to drivers of grooming vehicles. One of the major problems occurs when a driver opens the door while the vehicle is moving, or before setting the emergency brake, and exiting the vehicle.

Door interlock devices that prevent this from happening have been standard equipment on the large Bombardier grooming vehicles for the past two years, and now on their smaller BR160. As noted, we can expect audible door-open alarms from LMC, who are also now equipping their new 3700 CFS with a standard steering wheel which eliminates the possibility of a vehicle operator hitting the “twin sticks” while exiting the cab, which can inadvertently set the vehicle in motion. Pisten Bully vehicles, with their standard steering wheel and foot throttle, have much less exposure to the problem, especially since the vehicle will not “creep” or start to move without high engine rpm’s.

We applaud such measures, remembering, however, that there is still no substitute for common sense and quality training. Let’s make next season accident free!

UP-CLOSE AND DETAILED — (Clockwise from top left) 1. Marker points to emergency power brake on LMC. 2. LMC’s new microprocessor steering. Wheel is standard, levers optional. 3. Marker points to Pisten Bully’s emergency brake handle and foot throttle. 4. Steering column release — no steering levers. 5. Door interlock on Bombardier 160. 6. Finger points to open door safety shutdown on Bombardier 160.

Tucker Sno-Cat Model 2000.

The Table Headings

Here’s a rundown on what the column headings mean. Number of cylinders is self-explanatory. The horsepower developed is supposed to be SAE which is the U.S. Society of Auto Engineers standard. On certain occasions the suppliers have only the figures of the European equivalent, which is DIN horsepower. The variation is slight. Dry weight in pounds is the weight of the vehicle without passengers or fluids. Pounds per horsepower is our contribution to the tabulated data to give an idea of how each piece of equipment may perform under various conditions from a power standpoint. Engine displacement is in cubic inches, and the manufacturer’s name follows in abbreviation. The torque in foot-pounds is a more important figure than engine horsepower. It is an indicator of the useable power the engine develops, and is especially significant with engines using turbochargers and aftercoolers. Fuel consumption in gallons per hour is based upon manufacturer’s claims. The dimensions, length, width and height, would be those of a square box within which the vehicle could be contained. Track width is what is normally supplied as the standard winter track, even though narrower summer tracks may be available. Ground pressure as shown is 0 penetration, with the belts essentially resting on the snow. even though many manufacturers provide figures showing 6, 8, and 10 inches of penetration which reduces the overall ground pressure. Clearance is that space between the lowest point on the machine and ground surface at 0 penetration. Turning radius is measured to the inside of the vehicle for the actual space required. Tire size lists only the size and not type. All tires are pneumatic except for Tucker’s which are solid. Two-track machines usually have solid or urethane filled tires in the front (on both sides). The steering requirements for each vehicle may be either differential type at the rear of the Tucker, hydrostatic levers, or hydrostatic steering wheel. The approximate prices are supposed to be for the basic vehicle plus freight and taxes with hydraulics, heater/defroster, etc. Some prices include blades, compactor bars and tillers, and we have done our best to annotate accordingly.

Specifications: Engine & Powertrain (from p56-57, left half of the printed table)

Class	Model	No. of Cyl	H.P.	Dry Wt. (lbs.)	Lbs./HP	Engine CID / Make	Fuel	Torque (Ft. lbs.)
UTILITY	Otter	2	20/23	1,700	80	47 K	G	34
UTILITY	Excel Snow Track	4	53	3,800	105.1	79 F	D	72.5 @ 3450
UTILITY	Track Truck HPT	4	106	4,200	40	169 I	D	132 @ 2000
CLASS I	Formatic F-2	4	68	4,840	71	169 I	D	—
CLASS I	Formatic F-4**	4	68	7,700	115	169 I	D	—
CLASS I	Bombardier BR-100	4	80	3,310	41	140 F	D	119 @ 2800
CLASS I	Leitner LH 250	4	100	3,532	35	169 VM	D	173 @ 1950
CLASS I	Kassbohrer PB110DR	4	110T	4,629	41	277.6 VM	D	177 @ 1800
CLASS II	Bombardier SV-252DT	4	110	7,300	67	243 P	D	257 @ 1600
CLASS II	LMC 1500	6	124	4,700	39.2	300 F	G	234 @ 1600
CLASS II	LMC 1200	6	124	6,200	50	300 F	G	234 @ 1600
CLASS II	Prinoth TR	6	136	10,400	76.4	183 MB	D	172 @ 2400
CLASS II	Leitner LH 360	4	145	7,150	49	FIAT	D	206 @ 1900
CLASS II	Sno-Cat 1643 RE²	6	152T	8,460	54.4	359 CM	D	414 @ 1500
CLASS II	Prinoth T2	6	153T	5,181	34	254 VM	D	262 @ 1950
CLASS II	Sno-Cat 2000C-5²	8	155	7,075	45	360 C	G¹	317 @ 2400
CLASS II	Sno-Cat 2000C-6	8	155	7,895	50	360 C	G¹	317 @ 2400
CLASS II	Kassbohrer PB160D	6	160T	6,100	38	254 VM	D	262 @ 1950
CLASS II	Bombardier BR-160	6	160	6,800	42.5	365 P	D	390 @ 1500
CLASS II	LMC 1800	6	170T	7,500	48.4	403 CAT	D	570 @ 1500
CLASS II	Formatic F6-1	6	177	5,800	33	360 IV	D	450 @ 1600
CLASS II	Formatic F6-4	6	177	12,350	69	360 IV	D	450 @ 1600
CLASS II	Sno-Cat 2000D-6	6	190T	9,225	48.5	359 CM	D	459 @ 1950
CLASS III	Prinoth 200	6	200	8,445	42.2	Deutz	D	433 @ 1650
CLASS III	Kassbohrer PB220DR	6	220TA	11,023	50	363 MB	D	548 @ 1500
CLASS III	Bombardier BR-400+	6	250TI	10,950	43.8	506 CM	D	714 @ 1500
CLASS III	Prinoth T4	6	254T	10,800	42.5	517 SCAN	D	728 @ 1200
CLASS III	LMC 3700C	8	260T	11,925	45.9	638 CAT	D	611 @ 1400
CLASS III	LMC 3700CF	8	260T	12,050	50	638 CAT	D	611 @ 1400
CLASS III	Kassbohrer PB260D	6	260TI	12,345	47	504 CM	D	659 @ 1500
CLASS III	Kassbohrer PB260DW	6	260TI	15,432	59	504 CM	D	659 @ 1500
CLASS III	Prinoth T4S	6	280TI	10,800	39.7	517 SCAN	D	767 @ 1400
CLASS IV	Kassbohrer PB320D	6	320TA	16,534	50	669 MB	D	1000 @ 1100-1600
CLASS IV	LMC 3700CFS	6	335/365	16,192	49	629	D	1250
CLASS IV	Leitner LH 500	6	360	9,900	27	MAN	D	1030 @ 1300
CLASS IV	LMC 4700	6	367TI	14,100	38.2	673 SCAN	D	909 @ 1350

Specifications: Dimensions & Performance (from p57-58, right half of the printed table)

Class	Model	Fuel Consum. (GPH)	Fuel Cap’y (gal)	Length (ft.)	Width (ft.)	Height (ft.)	Track Width (in.)	Ground Press. (PSI)	Clearance (in.)	Turn Radius (ft.)	Top Speed (MPH)	Tire Size	Transmission	Steering	Approx. Price ($1000s)
UTILITY	Otter	1.75	7	7’6″	5’0″	6’6″	18	.69	10-16	0	10	F78x14	3 Spd Man	Diff	9-10
UTILITY	Excel Snow Track	1.8	40	13′	7′	8′	24	0.68	16	0	14	—	Hydrs	Hydrs	49.5
UTILITY	Track Truck HPT	1.5-2	18	13’9″	8′	6′	18	1.8	15	10	25	—	Hydrs	Auto	40
CLASS I	Formatic F-2	1-2	22	8’4″	7’6″	7’5″	36	.73	14	0	20	2×12	Hydrs – 3 Spd	Hydrs L	45
CLASS I	Formatic F-4**	1-2	22	20’6″	7’6″	7’5″	36	.73	14	11.3′	18	2×12	Hydrs – 3 Spd	Artic.	75
CLASS I	Bombardier BR-100	2	11.5	10’3″	7’3″	6’6″	32	.62	12	5.5	13	4.6×10	3 Spd Auto	Diff	40-45
CLASS I	Leitner LH 250	2.5-3	13	9’6″	8’2″	8′	33	.39/.52	9	0	11.5	5.5×12	Hydrs – 1 Spd	Hydrs L	70†
CLASS I	Kassbohrer PB110DR	1.8	22	10’6″	8’2″	7’2″	34	.65	12.6	0	12	5.5×12	Hydrs – 1 Spd	Hydrs L	78
CLASS II	Bombardier SV-252DT	2.5	19	13’3″	9’7″	7’6″	41	.90	14	12	17	4.5×12	4 Spd Auto	Diff	75-85
CLASS II	LMC 1500	2-5	29	11’10”	8’2″	6’11”	25/36	.71/.51	11	10	15	5.30×12	3 Spd Auto	Diff	51
CLASS II	LMC 1200	4-5	45	13’8″	9’10”	6’11”	36/45	.87/.74	11	15	12	5.30×12	3 Spd Auto	Diff	57
CLASS II	Prinoth TR	2.5-3.5	42	22’6″	8’2″	7’10”	36	.87	13.5	25	20	15	4 Spd Auto	Hydrs-Artic.	125
CLASS II	Leitner LH 360	3-3.5	32	12’4″	10’2″	9′	60	.51/.82	9	0	11.5		Hydrs – 2 Spd	Hydrs L	105†
CLASS II	Sno-Cat 1643 RE²	2.5	50	19′	8′	8’2″	28	1.03	15	18	15	3×14	4 Spd Auto	Auto	70-75
CLASS II	Prinoth T2	3.4	14.5	9’8″	7’4″	7’10”	31.0	.73	13.8	0	15.5	5.5×12	Hydrs – 2 Spd	Hydrs L	78
CLASS II	Sno-Cat 2000C-5²	4-6	50	15’8″	8’0″	8’2″	28	1.10	15	14.3	15	3×14	4 Spd Auto	Auto	55*
CLASS II	Sno-Cat 2000C-6	4-6	50	17’0″	8’0″	8’2″	28	.96	15	16.6	15	3×14	4 Spd Auto	Auto	61*
CLASS II	Kassbohrer PB160D	2.4	33	11’8″	8’2″	8’1′	34	.69	12.6	0	11	5.5×12	Hydrs – 1 Spd	Elect. SW	113†
CLASS II	Bombardier BR-160	2.5-3.5	36.5	11.85′	7.97′	8.47′	31.3/43.2	.99/.73	12.9	0	12	4.50×12	Hydrs – 1 SPd	Manual L	70-99
CLASS II	LMC 1800	3-5	30	12’7″	8’0″	7’11”	32/36/41	.95/.75	12	0	12	5.30×12	Hydrs – 1 Spd	Hydrs L	77
CLASS II	Formatic F6-1	4-5	28	12′	7’3″	8′	32	3.5	14	0	25	2×12	Hydrs – 1 Spd	Hydrs-L	85
CLASS II	Formatic F6-4	4-5	79	25′	11’2″	8′	51	2.3	14	16	25	2×12	Hydrs – 1 Spd	Artic.	130
CLASS II	Sno-Cat 2000D-6	3-6	50	17’0″	9’9″	8’3″	38	.66	15	19.5	14	3×14	4 Spd Auto	Auto	100†
CLASS III	Prinoth 200	4.5	42	13’2″	13’2″	9’0″	64.2	.52	18.1	0	12.5	6.0×13	Hydrs – 1 Spd	Hydrs L	115
CLASS III	Kassbohrer PB220DR	4.2	35	15’6″	12’8″	9’2″	61	.56	13	0	12	6.0×13	Hydrs – 1 Spd	Elect. SW	171†
CLASS III	Bombardier BR-400+	4	56	13’4″	12’6″	8’9.5″	58/66	.80/.75	12	0	10	4.5×12	Hydrs – 1 Spd	Hydrs L	145-165
CLASS III	Prinoth T4	4-5	52	15’5″	13’2″	9’0″	64.2	.56	19.5	0	12.5	6.0×13	Hydrs – 2 Spd	Hydrs SW	150
CLASS III	LMC 3700C	4-5	60	14’11”	12’5″	8’9″	57/65	.73/.64	16	0	11.2	6.0×12	Hydrs – 3 Spd	Hydrs L	135††
CLASS III	LMC 3700CF	4-5	73	15’8″	12’5″	9’1″	57/65	.73/.64	15	0	11.2	6.0×12	Hydrs – 3 Spd	Hydrs L	162††
CLASS III	Kassbohrer PB260D	4.5	47	14’7″	12’9″/13’6″	9’1″	61/65	.65	13.8	0	12	6.3×14	Hydrs – 1 Spd	Elect. SW	200†
CLASS III	Kassbohrer PB260DW	4.5	47	16’2″	13’6″	10’7″	65	.69	13.8	0	12	6.3×14	Hydrs – 1 Spd	Elect. SW	263†
CLASS III	Prinoth T4S	4-5	53	15’5″	13’2″	9′	64.2	.56	19.5	0	11.2	6.5×14	Hydrs – 1 Spd	Elect. SW	169
CLASS IV	Kassbohrer PB320D	4.5	47	16’1″	13’6″	9’6″	65	.68	13.8″	0	10	6.3×15	Hydrs – 1 Spd	Elect. SW	230†
CLASS IV	LMC 3700CFS	4-6	60	15.6′	13.75′	9′	57/65	.74	15	0	12.2	6.0×13	Hydrs – 1 Spd	Elect. SW	200
CLASS IV	Leitner LH 500	3.5-4.5	45	15′	14’1″	9’1″/9’5″	68	.85	9/12.5	0	14.4		Hydrs – 2 Spd	Electronic	195†
CLASS IV	LMC 4700	3-8	60	16′	13’9″	9’2″	65	.68	13	0	12	6.0×13	Hydrs – 2 Spd	Hydrs L	203††

Legend

• ¹ = Diesel available
• ² = Available with different track lengths and model number
• MB = Mercedes Benz   C = Chrysler   P = Perkins   M = Mitsubishi   V = Volvo
• CM = Cummings [printed verbatim; i.e., Cummins]   SCAN = Scania   T = Turbo charged   DZ = Deutz
• L = Levers   F = Ford   TI = Turbocharged/intercooled   I = Isuzu   SW = Steering wheel
• VM = VM   IV = IVECO   TA = Turbocharged/aftercooled
• † = With blade and tiller   †† = w blade/no implement   * = blade and compactor, rear hydraulics   ** = Includes power-driven trailer   Elect. = Electronic