Maximum agility, high pushing capacity, and the ability to handle large volumes of material. In short, these are the operational strengths of the articulated telescopic handlers in the Dieci Agri Pivot, compact, multifunctional machines that combine the typical operating capabilities of compact wheel loaders with those of mid-range telescopic handlers
Agriculture and livestock farming are undergoing a profound transition driven both by the need to make operations as sustainable as possible and by continuous technological progress. Cultivation and breeding methods are evolving, as are the products themselves, often requiring the availability of new and specific operational solutions.
A case in point is the articulated telescopic handlers in the “Agri Pivot” series developed by Dieci.
These three compact machines combine the wheel loader’s bucket capacity and breakout performance with the working heights typical of mid-range telehandlers, integrating these advantages with superior agility thanks to an articulated steering system. The result is a highly versatile machine capable of handling a wide range of daily tasks—from material handling to space management in livestock facilities and storage areas.
They are also well suited to applications in bioenergy production facilities, where wheel loaders have long been considered ideal machines for feeding digesters and compacting chopped silage, often with additional ballast.
The range includes three models—“Agri Pivot T60”, “T70”, and “T80”—each powered by a specific engine. The “Agri Pivot T60” is equipped with a 3.3-liter Kubota engine delivering 75 horsepower at 2,600 rpm.
“T70” is powered by a 3.6-liter Perkins engine rated at 115 horsepower at 2,200 rpm, while the “T80” features a four-cylinder FPT “N45” engine producing 138 horsepower at 2,200 rpm.
Transmission systems also differ across the range. The entry-level model features a two-speed hydrostatic transmission combined with an electro-hydraulic shuttle. The two higher-powered models are equipped with electronically controlled “Shift on Fly” transmissions with an “Eco” function and automatic hill-hold capability to prevent rollback when stopping on an incline.
All “Agri Pivot” models share a structural layout based on rigid front axles and oscillating rear axles with planetary reduction gears, along with the aforementioned articulated steering system. The central double-pin articulation, assisted by a load-sensing hydraulic system, allows steering angles of up to 80 degrees, resulting in external turning radii ranging between 4 and 4.7 meters.
Hydraulic performance varies depending on the model, with flow rates ranging from 101 to 224 liters per minute, always delivered by load-sensing systems. Lifting capacities and maximum working heights also differ.
The “Agri Pivot T60” can handle loads exceeding 2,200 kg and lift its boom pivot to nearly five meters. Performance increases to 3,000 kg and over five meters of lifting height for the “T70,” which shares the same maximum working height as the “T80,” the latter offering lifting capacities of up to 3,500 kg.
Breakout forces can reach nearly 6.5 tonnes, towing forces range between 5,700 and 6,600 kg, and maximum road speeds of up to 40 km/h can be achieved safely thanks to integrated braking systems.
Outstanding Cab Comfort
The articulated telehandlers in the “Agri Pivot” series by Dieci feature cabs that are more spacious than those of traditional telehandlers. This increased interior space translates into enhanced comfort, providing operators with ample room and excellent visibility over the working area.
Fatigue and stress are reduced thanks to a high-performance automatic climate control system, careful soundproofing to minimize noise levels, and a suspended driver’s seat equipped with a single-lever joystick that allows all main machine functions to be controlled with one hand. These include boom operations as well as specific working modes such as “Shake,” “Wall,” and “Memory/Floating,” which Dieci has developed to automate and speed up operating cycles.
The machine design itself also enhances maneuverability: overall dimensions are determined by the front wheels, with the rear wheels following the same track. This ensures that the operator avoids rear-end collisions during maneuvering.
Finally, the articulated “Agri Pivot” telehandlers can be equipped with a wide range of attachments. In addition to dedicated tools such as forks, buckets, lifting hooks, snow blades, sweepers, and shredders, they are compatible with the attachments available for the company’s conventional telescopic handlers.
Thanks to the oscillating rear axle, the machines adapt perfectly to all types of terrain. For operations requiring extremely precise movement, they are equipped with an inching system that enables centimeter-by-centimeter advancement via a dedicated control.
Title: Dieci Agri Pivot telescopic handlers: multifunctionality and maximum agility
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