LX70/80
W H E E L L O A D E R
LX70/ LX80
Engine Rated Power
: 64.7 kW (88 PS) / 80.9 kW (110 PS)
Operating Weight
: 6 415 kg / 8 120 kg
Bucket Capacity
: 1.2 m3 1.6 m3 / 1.2 m3 1.9 m3
Higher Operating Efficiency Even More Safety Gentle to the Environment
A simple press of a button sets or Clean-operating and powerful engine
releases the electronically operated complies with Emission
parking brake. Regulation U.S. EPA Tier 2.
Hydro -Static Transmission
Power and speed are well
matched through
the advanced HST.
Nimble control from HST
High and low speeds cover entire
speed range. Inching pedal offers
smooth speed control.
QSS is standard equipment.
Operability
and Productivity
This model matches front power
and traction for productivity.
The Hitachi HST system also helps
reduce fuel consumption.
The light and easy action
of the control levers helps
operability.
Accelerator pedal
Hydraulic
pump
Hydraulic motor
Engine
Transmission
HST System Note: Illustration shows LX70-7 model.
2 Notes: Canopy is equiped as standard. 3
Cab is available as option.
Front control lever lock Electronically operated
Locks the controls to pre- parking brake
Clear view from cab front Finger-tip operated shift lever Easy-to-monitor instrument panel ROPS/FOPS*cab (Option) Engine room bulkhead
vent unintentional opera-
tion. Dual brake system
A pillar-less design gives an unob- Shift lever provides finger-tip con- This rigid cab is ready A bulkhead is installed A dual brake system is
structed view of the front. Sun visor trol of forward/reverse and high/low "just in case" to help pro- between the engine and used. It has wet disc
is standard on cab-equipped speed selection. tect the operator from fall- the pump. brakes on the front and
models only. ing objects or during a rear axles. A HST brake is
rollover. The rear-hinged also used.
door makes entry and exit
omfortable Operation & Safety
Equipped for a safe and comfortable operation.
easy.
*ROPS: Rollover Protective
Structure. Conforms to
ISO3471, 1994
Shift lever lock
Can be easily set to pre-
*FOPS: Falling-Object vent accidental operation
Protective Structure. of the shift lever.
Conforms to ISO3449,
Axle with torque proportioning 1992 Level
differential gear
Helps to reduce wheel spinning Fully enclosed engine
when operating on rough terrain. fan guard
Quick On Start (QOS) system A guard completely
encloses the engine fan.
Automatic preheating engages
when key is turned to on.
External air induction Once glow lamp is out, the engine
Clear back view for safe air conditioning (Option) can be quickly started, even in cold
maneuvering This powerful air conditioning can weather.
New engine cover shape provides a be switched between re-circulating
clear view. air inside the cab or drawing it in
from outside.(Cab-equipped models
only)
Switches are easy to view
and reach
Deluxe suspension seat
The comfortable cloth-covered seat
offers both suspension and reclin-
ing adjustment.
(Cab-equipped models only)
AM/FM radio with automatic
Quick shift switch (QSS) station selection
The speed range made changes The operator can easily select the
from Hi to Low when the switch is desired station using the touch-type
pressed and changes from Low to LCD panel. (Cab-equipped models
Hi when the switch is pressed again. only)
4 Notes: Canopy is equiped as standard. 5
Cab is available as option.
Wide Range of Attachments
Double sealed bucket pins Convenient lubrication Easy-to-check fluid level
Double seals (dust seal and The bucket cylinder bottom gauge Buckets Tires
O-ring) are provided at pin and other points can be This gauge allows the level
bucket hinge pin and linkage easily lubricated from the of the hydraulic fluids to be Tread patterns
pins. They seal out dirt and ground. checked from ground level
keep grease inside. with just a glance.
Restricted access
asy Maintenance
Locks have been added to Standard general purpose bucket with bolt on cutting edges
crucial areas to help ward Best for stock piling loose dirt and rock.
L2 : Traction tire L3 : Rock tire(option)
off unauthorized access or
vandalism. The fuel cap and
For more care from less effort General purpose bucket with bolt on Rock tire designs and applications
side cover can be locked teeth Nylon breaker
with the engine key. The fol- A good choice for relatively dense material, Perfect for hard surfaces and standard road applications.
such as dense dirt, gravel or dirt with Steel breaker
lowing areas can be locked. clumps and rocks. This is the tire for use where the stones have sharp edges.
Side steel breaker
The choice for harsh conditions where stones have sharp edges.
Note: Refer to Specification Catalog for details.
Attachments & Options
Fuel cap Battery box
Side cover
Cab door (Cab-equipped models only)
Lumber forks Log grapple Quick coupler : Hydraulic type
Helps handle square beams, lumber or other This dedicated attachment allows the loader (For quick attachment changing)
such material. Fork width can be manually to handle logs and other round materials. Allows attachments to be mounted or re-
adjusted to the width of the load. moved by controls in the cab.
High-lift arm (Special option)
This extended arm gives higher dumping
clearance.
Wide steps
These large steps
make entry and
exit easy.
Wide-opening
battery cover
Swings out of the way Large side cover Swing-open
for fast battery main- LX80-7 The large side cover rear grill
tenance or replace- Notes : This photo shows the model with the inspection covers open. opens to provide easy Facilitates easy
ment. Always close these inspection covers before operation. Cab is optional. access. radiator cleaning.
6 7
DIMENSIONS Unit : mm
LX70-7 LX80-7
A Overall length 6 085 6 360
B Height to top of canopy and cab 3 045 3 140
B' Height to top of exhaust 2 885 2 985
Width over tires 2 180 2 320
C Wheelbase 2 600 2 600
D Ground clearance 350 365
E Tread 1 725 1 820
H
Bucket width 2 340 2 480
F Turning radius
G B' B (centerline of outside tire) 4 440 4 690
Loader clearance circle, bucket in carry position 5 215 5 470
J E Overall operating height 4 515 4 675
D F Height to hinge pin, fully raised 3 500 3 605
I C G Dumping clearances 45 degree, full height 2 695 2 740
A
H Reach, 45 degrees dump, full height 1 015 1 030
Reach, 45 degrees dump, 7ft (2.13m) clearance 1 435 1 480
Notes: 1. Drawing shows LX70-7 model. I Digging depth (horizontal digging angle) 100 85
2. Value shown in ( ) is for LX80-7 model. J Max. roll back at carry position 48 deg. 48 deg.
Note: General purpose bucket with bolt on cutting edges.
SPECIFICATIONS
LX70-7 LX80-7
Bucket capacity (ISO heaped) with bolt on cutting edges m3 1.3 1.6
Operating weight Canopy / Cab (ROPS / FOPS) kg 6 415 / 6 905 8 120 / 8 610
Hydraulic Lift arm Raise / Lower s 5.0 / 3.0 5.6 / 3.0
cycle times Bucket dump s 1.0 1.2
Max. travel speed Forward/Reverse km / h 34.5 / 34.5 34.5 / 34.5
Transmission HST (Hydrostatic Transmission) and 2-speed (high / low) powershift transmission
Breakout force kN (kgf) 61.7 (6 300) 79.4 (8 100)
Engine Type ISUZU BB-4BG1T ISUZU DD-4BG1T
Rated power (DIN 6271,net) kW / min-1 (PS / rpm) 64.7 / 2 100 (88 / 2 100) 80.9 / 2 200 (110 / 2 200)
Rated power (SAE J1349,net) kW / min-1 (HP/ rpm) 64.7 / 2 100 (87 / 2 100) 80.9 / 2 200 (108 / 2 200)
Piston displacement L 4.3 4.3
Service brake Wet disc type Wet disc type
Parking brake Wet disc type Wet disc type
Tire size 15.5 - 25 - 8PR (L2) 17.5 - 25 -12PR (L2)
Fuel tank capacity L 130 155
Note: Specifications are based on machine with all standard equipment.
Standard Equipment Optional Equipment
Cab ROPS/FOPS Canopy ROPS/FOPS cab Steel cab
Canopy (2-pillar) Adjustable vinyl covered seat with seat belt Air conditioning (for the cab) Quick coupler : Hyd. type Lumber forks
Combination shift lever Front control lever lock Log grapple Ride control system Tropical package Logging package
Shift lever lock Rear view mirror
LX70-7
Features 1.2 m3 general purpose bucket with bolt on teeth
1.6 m3 light material handling bucket with bolt on cutting edges
HST (Hydro-static transmission) Front /Rear torque proportioning differentials
Automatic bucket return-to-dig control Quick Shift Switch (QSS) LX80-7
Two-function hydraulic valve with single lever Power steering 1.5 m3 general purpose bucket with bolt on teeth
Parking brake Sealed wet disc type brake 1.9 m3 light material handling bucket with bolt on cutting edges
Others Note: Optional equipment may vary depending on countries,
so please consult your Hitachi dealer for details.
1.3 m3 general purpose bucket with bolt on cutting edges :LX70-7
1.6 m3 general purpose bucket with bolt on cutting edges :LX80-7
Parking brake with electric switch Reverse warning alarm
15.5-25-8PR (L2) tires : LX70-7 17.5-25-12PR (L2) tires : LX80-7
Note: Standard equipment may vary depending on countries,
so please consult your Hitachi dealer for details.
These specifications are subject to change without notice.
Illustrations and photos show the standard models, and may or may not include optional
equipment, accessories, and all standard equipment with some differences in color and features.
Before use, go through Operator's Manual for proper operation.
Hitachi Construction Machinery Co., Ltd.
Head Office : 5-1 Koraku 2-chome, Bunkyo-ku,
Tokyo 112-8563, Japan
Telephone : (03)3830-8050
Facsimile : (03)3830-8204
KL-E113 03.10 (CD/KA, GT3)
Printed in Japan
