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New 1170G Harvester Available in a six-wheeled or eight-wheeled configuration, the 1170G model features several improvements to its predecessor. The six-wheeled model features a front frame available with 24.5- or 26.5-inch tires. The eight-wheeled model, designed for thinnings and regeneration fellings, is equipped to handle soft terrain and slopes. The machine combines outstanding stability, low surface pressure, agile forward movement, climbing ability on slopes and excellent productivity. The larger work pump on the 1170G increases the hydraulic power on the machine. Available with a CH6 boom with a 10- or 11.3-meter reach, the 1170G can be equipped with an H412, H413 or H414 harvester head. 1270G Harvester Available as either a six-wheeled or eight-wheeled machine, the 1270G model provides operators with a powerful mid-sized solution. The six-wheeled model boasts 200kW The 1270G (compared to its previous 170kW) and improved torque by up to 17 percent. The eight-wheeled model, boasting five percent more torque, is designed for steep slopes and soft terrain, providing a proven solution for loggers in challenging areas. This harvester is an absolutely awesome machine Roy Isley, D&J Isley and Sons Contracting International Forest Industries | FEBRUARY / MARCH 2018 51