Description
The US Army is seeking information from vendors for a Forestry Track Mulcher/Masticator purchase. The opportunity is for an equipment/supply procurement only, and no services are needed at this time. The mulcher/masticator should meet the attached Salient Characteristics, which include a twin turbocharged engine, a diesel fuel tank, and a hydraulic system. The machine should also have a cabin with rollover protection, LED work lights, and a 360° camera. Vendors are requested to provide a Capability Statement, Info/Spec Sheets for any equipment meeting the requirements, and clarification on whether they are the manufacturer of the manufactured end product.
Key features of the required equipment include:
• Twin turbocharged engine with 140 kW / 190 hp power
• Diesel fuel tank with 66 gal (250 l) capacity
• Hydraulic system with 14.26 gal (54 l) tank
• Cabin with rollover protection and LED work lights
• 360° camera with Lexan safety screens
• Ground pressure without mulcher: 3.98 psi (0.280 kg/cm²)
• Ground pressure with mulcher: 4.69 psi (0.330 kg/cm²)
• Max speed: 5 mph (8 km/h)
• Working width: 74.8 in (1,900 mm)
• Weight: 9.2 t / 20,280 lb