Something you normally wouldn't do with an Excavator!
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That's WICKED kewl!
M favorite part. the operator wasn't wearing a helmet or anything. Now thats confidence.
..Wonder if they removed the counterweight for this stunt..
He is in a roll cage..
machine has been modified for sure, i dont know of any machine that can lift its own weight or balance on the front of its tracks without going over backward.
a case 580 loader can pick up enough stuff to get the back end off the ground, with a heavy box scraper and 4 solid steel forklift wheels... Forks and 5/8" 12' long drywall can be heavy. You can also easily get the bucket and box in a position to get all wheels off the ground. Same with a loader back hoe.. you don't even need the stiff legs, just the hoe.
Also, trackhoes can easily pick them selves up on a side, or front to back. I think you are underestimating the power of the hydraulics on these units.
the front of the track was hinged in the scaffolding thing.. or are you talking about something else?
had to watch it again, didnt see the piece holding the track the first time. as far as the hydraulic power i understand that pretty well and lifting the entire weight of the machine is different than lifting one side or end because 50% of the weight is still on the ground.not saying it cant be done just think there would be some modifications to the pump and hydro. cylinders to get it done imo.
Whats your point? With that logic a race car driver doesn't need a helmet either.
People that only turn left are supposed to be in helmets, aren't they?
It should be your choice if you wear a helmet or not that might help the over population of dumb people. kind of like a seat belt it is just a dumb law
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If he fell from that helmet or not the guy would be worm food
