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The Lizard: a multi-purpose utility loader

March 31, 2017

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The Lizard is South Africa's all new multi-purpose utility loader. The dynamic machine can be used as a logger, a skidder or 180 degree slew cane loader with push piler (nifty bucket attachment available). It's is powered by a John Deere 86KW four cylinder diesel engine, boasts a payload of 400kg and a hydraulic winch maxing at 2000kg. Check out this video of The Lizard in action...

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