Description
The Tattnall County Board of Commissioners is soliciting bids for a new current production CAT 150/John Deere 770 GP tandem drive motor grader. The motor grader must meet specific minimum specifications, including a 4-stroke, 6-cylinder diesel engine, 8 forward gears and up to 8 reverse gears, and a hydraulic system with lock valves and independent float capability. The machine must also have a fully enclosed cab with heater, AC, and AM/FM Bluetooth radio, as well as safety items such as a slow-moving vehicle sign, back-up alarm, and hydraulic implement lockout switch.
• The motor grader must have a minimum of 180 net hp in 1st gear and 215 net hp in 5th gear.
• The machine must have a front mount push block for counterweight and 1400X24 new 12-ply radial tires.
• The cab must have auxiliary controls to control the sloper and a retractable seat belt.
• The machine must have telematics to monitor operating functions and location, as well as LED brake and turn lights.
• The moldboard must be 14' long x 24" high x 7/8" thick with overlay end bits and cutting edges.
• The machine must have a "ROME" sloper with adjustable side/rear mount and a counterweight on the front of the grader.