Posted by Brooke Just
The new C-class Xtreme XR1555-C is a replacement for the original B-class XR1255, offering 3,000 pounds additional lift capacity. For customers operating a fleet of XR1255 telehandlers with associated B-class attachments, Xtreme will offer the new design XR1555-C as a B-class variant, branded as the XR1255-B. The XR1255-B will benefit from the features of the new design, including an improved load chart, but will be compatible with existing B-class carriages.
The XR1555-C can lift up to 15,000 pounds and has a maximum lift height of 55 feet, and a maximum forward reach of 38 feet 5 inches. It features a new higher capacity fuel tank, which can hold up to 100 gallons, increasing the work cycle between refueling. Measuring 101 inches wide, the XR1555-C weighs in at 38,460 pounds and offers frame leveling up to 11°.
With a focus on commonality across the product line, the new model shares a similar chassis, cab, and electrical and hydraulic systems with other recently introduced Xtreme models, including the XR843-B, XR944-B, XR1055-B, XR1147-B, XR1347-C and XR1547-C. This helps to improve both operator and service technician familiarity with the Xtreme family of telehandlers, and also helps to reduce parts inventory for customers running a fleet of Xtreme units.
The XR1555-C is electric over hydraulic, and features Xtreme’s new modular cab design, which enables the cab to be easily switched from open to enclosed, or vice versa, with an optional kit. This provides customers with greater flexibility when operating their telehandlers in multiple environments.
The new cab has also been upgraded with a more modern, user-friendly design, and includes a USB port for charging cell phones and other devices. Additional air vents have been installed throughout the cab for increased air conditioning circulation. The new design cab, which is now fitted to all Xtreme models from the XR843-B to the XR1555-C, has new storage pockets for carrying straps, chains and other items securely on the lift, and on the XR1255-B and XR1555-C models, there is a toolbox built into the rear of the cab, thanks to the extended wheelbase.
Powered by a Cummins 3.8L 120hp Tier 4 Final engine, the XR1555-C is available with either foam filled or solid tires. Offered with a choice of three cab configurations – open; enclosed; or enclosed with heat and air conditioning – the XR1555-C can be fitted with a wide range of C-class attachments, including pole grapples, sling mounts, truss booms, buckets and personnel platforms, in addition to the range of fixed and fork positioning carriages and fork tines.
Common with all Xtreme telehandlers, the new model has 360° operator visibility from the cab, intuitive controls that enable the operator to keep one hand on the steering wheel at all times, and a machine-rated boom lift point for safe handling of suspended loads.
For more information on Xtreme Manufacturing, visit www.xmfg.com.
