McConnel has launched the newest addition to its range of high-tech Power Arms – the PA3430 VERSI.

Designed for demanding professional contractors working in the verge maintenance, amenities and ground-care sectors, the machine offers a comprehensive range of cutting positions that enables operators to tackle even the most demanding work environments with ease.

Key features include:

• 3.4 metre reach

• Left and right hand cutting

• Front and rear mounting

• Three point linkage, DIN Plate, or vehicle specific mounting

• High-performance 30hp hydraulics

• State-of-the-art XTC proportional controls

• And a low power requirement

Featuring a full-width hydraulic side-shift for precise close-in cutting; the arm also has 180-degrees of power slew and can cut on both sides of the tractor at the touch of a button.

The ability to mount the machine in a host of different positions improves flexibility and also ensures operators benefit from greater comfort and visibility – improving safety while reducing fatigue.

Telescopic-VFR Armset goes live at EXPO 2014

The most advanced arm-set ever created by McConnel has just been unveiled.

The new Telescopic-Variable Forward Reach arm takes the comfort and control offered by McConnel’s proven VFR technology and combines these qualities with the versatility of a 1.0m telescopic extension.

Created following feedback from professional and specialist contractors, the new armset is available on new 70 and 85-series Power Arms.

Key benefits include:

• Improves safety by allowing the operator to concentrate on the road ahead

• Enables operators to set the arm position according to the task or personal preference

• Enhances comfort

• Ideal for both hedge cutting and verge mowing

• Cutting position is adjustable from the cab at the touch of a button

• Telescopic arm allows close-in cutting, while delivering extra reach on demand

• Flexible positioning for cutting around obstacles

• Intuitive controls

• Proven VFR technology