BAV-Trak prototype launched at Saltex

A prototype of what is claimed to be the smallest mini crusher on tracks made its appearance at Saltex last week. Aimed at the landscaping and plant rental markets, the BAV-Trak crusher from Digbits is based on a Yamaguchi tracked dumper chassis and will be distributed in the UK by Cautrac.
Designed for Digbits by independent engineer Andrew Luetchford, the prototype features a Mitsubishi 4.5kW petrol-driven engine, plus a two forward and two reverse gear transmission.
According to Luetchford, the crusher, which will be ready for sale early next year, will probably have a diesel engine and only two gears, one forward and one reverse. "This will make it easier to operate," he commented.
The crusher itself has been manufactured with toughened Hardox 400 steel and has a throughput of up to 8t/hr producing product of between 20mm to 70mm.
"The Yamaguchi tracks have a width of only 720mm, so I think the unit will be the perfect partner for a micro excavator working on a small confined job,"
said Luetchford.