NEW REDROCK 3 TONNE TH320 TELEHANDLER – DESIGNED TO PERFORM, BUILT TO LAST

The Northern Ireland based machinery manufacturer, Redrock Engineering Ltd, has
introduced a new 3 tonne lift capacity pivot steer telehandler. The new TH320
will replace the existing Redrock TH280S model originally launched in 2004.

The design features and specification for the TH320 were established following
extensive market research. The TH320 is not merely a TH280S with a cosmetic
facelift, but is a completely new machine designed from the ground up with many
market-leading features. The result is a telehandler that provides improved
performance, operator comfort and serviceability.

The TH320 has been designed and built to operate in the most demanding of
agricultural environments. With the strongest chassis design in its class, a
126hp engine and its new-patented drive train layout, the TH320 has the
strength, power and rugged ability needed by farmers and contractors to carry
out a wide range of tasks.

The completely new tilting cab (fully ROPS and FOPS tested) features increased
operator headroom while keeping the overall height of the machine to a minimum,
an improved air conditioning system, a quieter operator environment, an
improved control layout and better visibility than comparative machines.

A major safety feature is the class-leading rear visibility that has been
achieved by the clever engine layout, allowing the bonnet to be sharply raked
to maximise the operators rear vision. The result is an environment that will
reduce operator fatigue for maximum productivity and safety over a long working
day.

For routine maintenance and ease of service, unrestricted easy access to all
the main components was a prime consideration in the design process. The TH320
bonnet lifts clear to reveal all the main engine components within easy reach
thanks to the positioning of the radiator behind the engine. All fuses and
primary electrical connections are housed in one easily accessible location.
Access to the hydraulic pumps and transmission is achieved by tilting the
uniquely designed cab to one side, enabling unrivalled access to these
components.

The TH320 has a maximum lift height of 5.2m, a forward reach of 1.6m at maximum
lift height, and a horizontal maximum forward reach of 3.2m. Tractive power is
provided by the dependable and proven Iveco 93kw/126hp engine, driving through
an up-rated torque converter. The patented drive train layout incorporates a
new smoother shifting 6-speed power shift transmission, upgraded axles with
inboard brakes and a limited slip differential on 10 stud hubs. Top speed is an
impressive 40km/h.

The hydraulics feature individual gear pumps for both the main hydraulic system
and the hydraulic driven fan, with increased hydraulic capacity to 120 l/min on
the main services. Increased pipe sizes enhance performance whilst at the same
time reducing power consumption. A hydraulic cooler have been incorporated as
standard and a reversible fan can be specified as an option to help keep the
cooler clear when working in dusty conditions. A larger fuel tank now enables a
longer working day between refuelling.

Designed to carry out an extensive range of tasks around the farm, the
articulated TH320 provides excellent manoeuvrability. For the livestock, arable
or mixed unit it delivers everything the modern farmer or contractor needs. It
is ideal for use in confined or tight spaces and for jobs such as loading diet
feeders, bedding, stacking round bales, as well as for winter feeding,
harvesting and autumn/winter clean-out applications. All year round the TH320
is an invaluable asset for any farm business.

A comprehensive range of Redrock attachments further extend the machine's
versatility. These include pallet forks, sweepers/collectors, buckets, shear
grabs, shear buckets, buckets, silage rakes, push-off buck rakes and silo
grips.

The highly productive TH320 now joins the well-established 5 tonne TH500 model
in the Redrock telehandler line-up. The TH500 has a 175hp 6 cylinder Iveco
engine, coupled with a 5000 kg lift capacity, a 5.8m lift height and a 42 km/h
top speed.

Redrock Engineering General Manager, Seamus Murchan, said: "We have extensive
experience of designing and manufacturing rugged high quality telehandlers for
the agricultural industry. The TH320 has many significant improvements in
reliability, performance and operator comfort, with excellent all-round
visibility, and is smooth, economic and efficient in operation."

Design Engineer, James Fegan said, "The TH320 has been designed following an
extensive research and development programme and is part of our ongoing new
model development initiative. Modern technology, end user requests and our own
experience gained in the articulated telehandler market have been brought
together to create a class leading machine."

Redrock Engineering Ltd was founded by Managing Director Sam Hughes in 1976 and
is now the largest agricultural equipment manufacturer in Northern Ireland with
an established reputation for high quality rugged products.

Although primarily intended for agricultural applications, Redrock telehandlers
are becoming increasingly popular in the recycling and waste handling sector,
as well as for other industrial tasks.

With a full one year parts and labour warranty, they are available from a
network of dealers throughout Ireland and mainland UK, and through appointed
distributors across mainland Europe, New Zealand and Africa.

In addition to their telehandlers, Redrock also manufacture a wide range of
other agricultural equipment, from slurry handling solutions, silage & grain
trailers, block cutters, diet feeders and specialist trailers, to rugged dump
trailers, low loaders and flat trailers.

"Redrock products are renowned over Europe for their strength, durability and
quality of build and the new TH320 is certainly no exception. Farmers and
contractors recognise the need for performance, reliability, operator comfort
and low cost service, which are some of the principal attributes of our new
machine," Seamus Murchan concluded.

The TH320 is currently undergoing extensive pre-production testing and will be
available later this year. The new machine will now be previewed at a number of
forthcoming events, such as the Royal Highland Show (Stand R223, 25-28.6.09),
the Royal Show (Stand H-39-10, 7-10.7.09), the Dairy Event & Livestock Show
(16-17.9.09), and Agritechnica, Hanover (10-14.11.09. Preview days 8-9.11.09),
where its advanced features can be evidenced first hand.

For more information about the new TH320 telehandler and other Redrock
agricultural equipment, together with details of your local dealer, contact
Redrock Engineering Ltd, 77 Redrock Road, Collone, Co.Armagh, N. Ireland, BT60
2BL. Tel: 028 3755 2390. Fax: 028 3755 2399. Email:
sales@redrock-engineering.com Web: www.redrock-engineering.com
Or southern Ireland Sean Fitzgerald on Tel 087 9808183.
Email info@redrockmachinery.ie. Web www.redrockmachinery,ie