Building upon the success of the industry’s first compact utility loader with an operating capacity of 1,000 lbs. (454 kg), Toro is now introducing a turbocharged version of the Dingo TX 1000.
Introduced at The ARA Show in New Orleans in February, The Dingo TX 1000 Turbo features a turbo-powered diesel engine and the new patent-pending Smart Power feature to maximize engine, auxiliary and traction torque.
The new Dingo TX 1000 Turbo will begin shipping this spring.
“We’ve worked closely with our customers to understand their needs and are excited to introduce the next iteration of the Dingo TX 1000, redesigned from the ground up to maximize strength and productivity,” said Kyle Cartwright, Product Marketing Manager at Toro.
The Dingo TX 1000 Turbo’s new engine has more torque to deliver more productivity, especially when using the trencher and auger attachments.
The 24.7 hp Yanmar diesel engine is engineered with a focus on vibration reduction. The result is an engine more than capable of handling demanding applications while delivering up to 6.6 km per hour ground speeds in both forward and reverse.
“Smart Power essentially optimizes torque on the engine, the traction control and the auxiliary to make sure everything is operating correctly,” Cartwright said. “So, for instance, if you’re trenching, and the machine senses itself starting to bog down, the engine itself will slow down that traction speed to let the auxiliary power catch up. So, you’re doing it more efficiently.”
Longer maintenance intervals
Toro engineers also added a larger hydraulic filter, found in the Dingo TX 1300 model, for longer maintenance intervals and less down time.
The narrow-track model is 1,282 kg and features a standard track with “B” style tread. The wide-track version weighs 1,320 kg and features a less aggressive tread pattern that’s gentle on turf and minimizes damage.
“The reality is the Dingo TX 1000 changed the compact utility loader game. That’s why, when we approached the design, we wanted to ensure all the beloved and trusted features remained,” Cartwright said. “The new Dingo TX 1000 Turbo simply builds on the standard set by the original, and we’re so excited to get this new turbo-charged machine in the hands of operators.”
Like its predecessor, the Dingo TX 1000 Turbo has a rated operating capacity of 454 kg. When the loader arms are at full reach, the hinge pin measures 2 metres from the ground to allow the machine to easily reach over the side of dumpsters and one-ton trucks.
Vertical lift
As well, the new Dingo TX 1000 Turbo features a vertical lift loader arm design, which keeps the load closer to the machine to allow operators to lift more weight with greater confidence. Additionally, this feature increases the reach at full height to make dumping more efficient and accurate.
The new Dingo TX 1000 Turbo is equipped with the Toro-exclusive patented traction control design. The controls are intuitive and effortless, providing operators with all-day productivity.
Other operator-centric features have been carried over, including thigh and hip padding on the operator station for a comfortable experience and an auxiliary foot control on the suspended platform, which frees the operator’s hands to focus on ground speed and attachment positioning.
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The machine features a single, 39-litre diesel fuel tank on the operator’s left-hand side and the hydraulic oil reservoir on the operator’s right-hand side for improved serviceability.
“With the introduction of Turbo, we’re also excited to share that we’ve invested in expanding production capacity across the full line, so we can continue to meet the needs of our customers,” Cartwright said.
