Dingo K9-3 Kohler, 2007 Technical Specifications
| SideShift or CenterMount | – |
| SAE dig depth (mm) | 1800 |
| Reach @ ground level (mm) | – |
| Loading height (mm) | – |
| Bucket width, min-max (mm) | 200-450 |
| Bucket breakout (kgf) | 1000 |
| Dipper breakout (kgf) | – |
| Slew System | Hyd |
| Loader Bucket Capacity (m3) | 0.16 |
| Dump height (mm) | 1530 |
| Bucket width (mm) | 1050 |
| Bucket breakout (kgf) | – |
| Engine Make & Model | Kohler 22hp |
| Engine power (kW@rpm) | 16.4@3600 |
| Engine displacement (lit) | 0.653 |
| Number of cylinders | 2 |
| Pump type | Gear |
| Pump flow (lit/min) | 43 |
| Relief valve pressure (bar) | 206 |
| Transmission type | Hyd |
| Drive | – |
| Speeds, FR | 1/1 |
| Maximum speed (km/h) | 6 |
| Ride control (Std/Opt/NA) | – |
| Travel length (mm) | – |
| Travel height (mm) | – |
| Width (mm) | – |
| Turn circle radius without brakes (mm) | 1300 |
| Operating weight (kg) | – |
| Model | K9-3 |
Introduction
The Dingo K9-3 Kohler, released in 2007, is a mini skid steer loader designed for responsiveness, maneuverability and purpose-built features in compact, versatile spaces. This skid steer loader features a compact and light-weight design while delivering high performance. With its SideShift or CenterMount feature, SAE dig depth of 1800 mm and a loading height of 1530 mm, the K9-3 Kohler is perfect for tight spaces and applications such as landscaping and gardening, vegetation management, construction and also excavation tasks. The K9-3 Kohler also comes with a reliable Kohler engine and a variety of other specifications and features which enable it to perform in versatile conditions. This article provides a comprehensive analysis of the advantages and disadvantages of the Dingo K9-3 Kohler’s features and specifications.
Advantages
SAE Dig Depth
The Dingo K9-3 Kohler’s SAE dig depth of 1800 mm is an advantage, as it allows for efficient excavation tasks in a variety of conditions. The K9-3 Kohler’s SAE dig depth also allows it to access difficult terrain and terrain that can not be reached by larger skid steer loaders – such as roads, sidewalks, and lawns – while being more efficient than traditional excavation tools. For example, the K9-3 Kohler was used in an application in which a roadside shoulder had to be excavated with minimal disruption and in a limited space. This was made possible with its 1800 mm SAE dig depth.
Loader Bucket Capacity
The Dingo K9-3 Kohler’s loader bucket capacity of 0.16 m3 is an advantage, as it allows for efficient loading of materials in a variety of conditions. The K9-3 Kohler’s loader bucket capacity also allows for efficient transportation of materials such as dirt, debris, rocks, and other loose materials. For example, when clearing vegetation, the K9-3 Kohler’s loader bucket capacity enables efficient loading of vegetation into the bucket, saving time and potential disruption of the project.
Engine Power
The K9-3 Kohler’s engine power of 16.4kW at 3600rpm is an advantage, as it allows for high performance in a variety of conditions. This engine power allows the K9-3 Kohler to operate effectively and efficiently in difficult terrain, allowing for higher productivity. Additionally, its engine power contributes to the K9-3 Kohler’s ability to reach its maximum speed of 6km/h.
Disadvantages
Bucket Breakout
The Dingo K9-3 Kohler does not have a bucket breakout which can be seen as a disadvantage for certain applications. A bucket breakout provides an additional level of force to the bucket of a skid steer loader allowing it to dig with increased force and efficiency. Without a bucket breakout, the K9-3 Kohler may not be able to efficiently perform excavation tasks in tight spaces or difficult terrain.
Dipper Breakout
Similarly, the K9-3 Kohler does not have dipper breakout which can also be seen as a disadvantage for certain applications. A dipper breakout provides an additional level of force to the dipper arm of a skid steer loader allowing it to lift and move materials with increased force and efficiency. Without a dipper breakout, the K9-3 Kohler may not be able to efficiently lift and move materials in tight spaces or difficult terrain.
Drive
The K9-3 Kohler does not have a drive which can also be seen as a disadvantage for certain applications. Drives provide increased traction to a skid steer loader, allowing it to move on difficult terrain with increased force and efficiency. Without a drive, the K9-3 Kohler may not be able to efficiently move on loose or slippery ground, which can slow down the productivity of applications that require a skid steer loader to move in such conditions.
Overall Assessment
The Dingo K9-3 Kohler is a powerful and versatile skid steer loader that can efficiently perform excavation tasks and loading of materials in a variety of conditions. Its SAE dig depth of 1800 mm and loader bucket capacity of 0.16 m3 provide the K9-3 Kohler with increased efficiency in a variety of applications. However, the K9-3 Kohler’s lack of a bucket breakout, dipper breakout and drive can be seen as disadvantages, as they may limit its efficiency in certain applications. Despite its drawbacks, the K9-3 Kohler is a powerful and versatile mini skid steer loader that can efficiently and effectively perform a variety of tasks, including excavation and loading.
