Bell Equipment has expanded its product range to include motor graders. With several units running in diversified applications, production has been set to begin as early as Q3 2024. Source: Timberbiz
Bell Equipment Product Manager, Warren Swart, said: “Grading applications require a robust and powerful grader to achieve the performance and reliability expectations of the industry. Where many new-to-market smaller graders have been found insufficient and prone to failure, we are confident that our new Bell Motor Graders will compare favourably with the proven industry leaders in this highly specialised market and give our customers exactly what they need.”
Bell will initially offer three base machines. The G140 is well suited to all maintenance and light to medium construction tasks while the G160, with its increased power and performance, is designed to handle heavy construction applications. Completing the range is the G200, which is designed for bulk earthworks.
Each base machine has the option of a four or six-wheel drive configuration.
The Bell Grader has been designed as a truly international product with the capability to meet varying emission regulations in international markets as well as different types of operator controls. Bell will be launching graders into its various international markets in a staged approach.
The Bell Motor Grader is engineered to operate in the most challenging and harsh environmental conditions. Over two decades of experience in the supply, maintenance, and repair of motor graders, along with insights from many local and international expert advisors, has allowed the company to have a clear view of what is important to make this product work. While retaining a familiar control and layout, Bell has incorporated a range of advanced components and features that will help operators improve productivity, maintain costs, and deliver work efficiently.
Recognising the diverse range of applications and often remote uses of motor graders, Bell has standardised on high-quality, low-maintenance components, such as a fully sealed circle bearing. This provides extended service intervals and consistent grading performance without the need to make regular adjustments. To simplify operations further, advanced diagnostics are incorporated into the machine to reduce the complexity of daily checks and servicing efforts.
The Bell Graders are fitted with Cummins engines and ZF transmissions. The G140 uses the Ergopower transmission while the larger G160 and G200 use the cPower transmission.
The Bell design team also focused on providing long-term durability across all structures. According to the results of strain gauge testing, the main frame will provide a life expectance exceeding market norm by 40%. The tandem axle, with enhanced bearing and interaxle cooling, provides reliable performance in long-haul applications.
