Checking and maintaining such items as the engine oil or air cleaner can be performed easily from just one side.

The upper engine cover opens fully for easy refuelling and locks for protection.

Having to just turn the key provides easy and reliable starting.

All levers and controls are easy to see and reach. The adjustable seat provides safe, less tiring operation, and is protected by a bar when travelling in reverse. Note that the hour meter is newly introduced.

The built-in springs fitted to the tension adjusters absorb shock in order to help prevent damage to the rubber crawlers.

Even over undulating terrain, the bogie-type under rollers contribute to more stable travel.

Steel reinforced cores help lengthen the life of the rubber crawlers.

The end gate for the dump box helps keep wet material (such as concrete) in the box and it opens and closes as the dump box is movers up or down.