ASV, a manufacturer of all-purpose and all-season compact track loaders and skid-steers, introduced its RT-65 Posi-Track loader, now powered by Yanmar. The compact track loader brings a redesign over its predecessor with numerous productivity, ease-of-use and performance benefits, especially with the inclusion of a Yanmar engine. The midsize machine is designed for contractors and owner-operators in the landscaping and construction markets.
“We’re committed to providing increasingly durable and high-performing equipment to our customers, and this new RT-65 is a significant addition,” said Peter Ovrebo, product management director for Yanmar Compact Equipment North America. “Not only is the RT-65 now powered by Yanmar — it is redesigned from top to bottom, making it an entirely new model that promises to allow operators an easier and more productive time on the job site in virtually every way.”
Power
ASV’s RT-65 is a brand-new radial-lift machine with new hydraulics, engine, controls, wiring, pumps, hoses, frame and more. These improvements maximize power from the compact track loader’s 67.1-horsepower Tier 4 Final Yanmar diesel engine and optional 26.7 gpm high flow. An efficient hydraulic system and direct drive pumps transfer more flow and pressure directly to the attachment, resulting in a 2,000-lb. rated operating capacity and 5,714-lb. tipping load. Plus, the cooling system and optimized hydraulics allow the compact track loader to operate at 100 percent load at all times up to 118 degrees F.
The 7,385-lb. RT-65 achieves maximum traction and mobility thanks to ASV’s flagship Posi-Track rubber track undercarriage. It includes a suspension system comprising two independent torsion axles per undercarriage, allowing for a smooth ride over every terrain and speeds up to 9.1 mph. The torsion axles allow the flexible track to maximize contact with the ground, increasing pushing power and lowering ground pressure as low as 4.2 psi, according to the company. This weight distribution means greater performance in steep, wet, muddy, and slippery conditions, which also contributes to less risk of damage to sensitive turf.
Performance
The RT-65 boasts numerous optional technology features to improve job site performance, ease of use and productivity. These features include multiple efficiency-enhancing tools designed to help with repetitive tasks.
Auto 2-speed provides operators improved control while grading in tight spaces or other precise applications by creating a seamless transition between low- and high-speed modes. Similarly, speed-sensitive ride control improves material retention at higher speeds without the need to switch off the feature when moving to slower-moving applications, with self-leveling features further boosting those efficiency-enhancing benefits. The self-leveling technology automatically levels the load both while raising the machine’s arms and — unlike other compact track loaders — while lowering them.
Other new tech features improve job site productivity. The RT-65’s work-tool positioner allows you to create a button preset for the angle of the attachment based on the application. Return-to-position technology complements that with the ability to set a preset for the height of the loader arms. The two features can be paired or used independently, depending on the task at hand.
Comfort and operator experience
According to the company, the RT-65 is a MAX-Series model, providing all the premium comforts associated with that class. Operators can better see the attachment and their surroundings with premium 360-degree visibility. A vibrant 7-inch color display improves convenience with access to vital monitoring tools, view from the backup camera and integration with service schedules and history. The new RT-65 includes electronic controls, meaning fewer switches and a more ergonomic working space. This is complemented by a fully adjustable suspended sea to improve comfort, especially when paired with the machine’s torsion axle suspension, a feature not found on many other machines of this size class. Safety is another goal for the RT-65, as the model includes a roof escape hatch, a feature now always common for a compact track loader.
According to the company, ASV’s optional Yanmar SmartAssist telematics system changes how operators experience their machines. The service includes features ranging from error detection and notification to real-time operational status updates and daily work reports. Owners also benefit from integrated theft protection, allowing users to set a range from a specific location and trigger an alert if the machine moves outside of that range.
Serviceability
The RT-65 is built to reduce operators’ time spent conducting maintenance. According to the company, ASV makes this possible with extensive access, including a swing-out radiator, top hood and side doors that provide access to all sides of the engine compartment, including filters and other daily checkpoints. Additionally, the machine’s cooler swings out with the door, allowing easy access for cleaning.
ASV includes a two-year, 2,000-hour warranty that covers the tracks for the entire warranty period.
