Tigercat powered LX830D feller buncher

The new LX830D feller buncher for steep slope felling applications is Tigercat powered to meet North American Tier 4 emissions requirements.

With tight tuck boom geometry and minimal tail swing, the Tigercat powered LX830D feller buncher is a powerful, yet compact machine well suited to selective felling and clear fell applications. The LX830D takes steep slope felling to the next level with a number of improvements aimed at service access, ergonomics and hydraulic efficiency.

The 245 kW (330 hp) Tigercat FPT C87 Tier 4f engine is housed in a completely redesigned upper enclosure with significantly improved right hand side visibility. At the push of a button, the clamshell style enclosure fully opens with swing-out side doors for easy access to critical components, daily maintenance points and both sides of the engine. A larger fuel tank increases capacity to 585 L (155 US gal) and includes ground level fueling.

The new cab structure with narrower front posts and larger side windows enhances visibility. The skylight has been replaced by a camera system providing the operator with a much wider field of view. The LX830D is now standard equipped with LED lighting for improved productivity in nightshift operations.

The updated cab interior is quieter and instrumentation is thoughtfully placed to optimize ergonomics. The electronic control system interface is an intuitive 18 cm (7 in) colour touchscreen for machine monitoring and function adjustment. There are also multiple mounting points for additional electronic devices, an auxiliary input port, Bluetooth® audio with hands free calling and two 12 VDC power outlets.

Tigercat’s patented leveling system provides exceptional stability in steep slope applications. With massive cylinders, thick steel and tapered roller bearings, the leveling system provides reliability and long life.