MN SHERBURNE NWR 74 HP 4WD LOADER
INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THE
Notice type
Solicitation
Solicitation #
140FS226Q0176
NAICS
333120
PSC
3805
Posted
August 17, 2026
Response due
August 27, 2026
Description
74-90 hp WHEEL LOADERS
These basic specifications must be included in every model or configuration
BASIC SPECIFICATIONS
Engine rated net power shall be at least 74 hp not to exceed 90 hp.
Machine operating weight (including optional counterweight) shall be no less than 13,200 lb.
Rated bucket capacity shall be not less than 1.0 cubic yards (standard bucket).
Machine shall meet the minimum following specifications with quick coupler and 1.0 yd. bucket, (L3) tires, counterweight, standard lubricants, full fuel tank, ROPS cab, 176 lb (80 kg)
operator: Minimum full turn static tipping load of 8200 lbs; minimum breakout force of 10,000
Please quote these options as requested by the purchaser
Optional Work Tools (Priced individually) These options will be available for purchase at time of ordering and will not be part of the
base machine bid.
48" Forks to fit machine with quick coupler
Cold Weather Start Package
These expanded specifications are based on the Volvo L35 Compact Wheel Loader
Expanded Specification Details
ENGINE
All equipment must meet or exceed U.S EPA engine emission standards in effect for manufacturing as of the date of purchase contract. No waivers or credits may be applied.
Engine shall be a minimum of a four (4) cylinder, with electronically controlled fuel injection.
Minimum of two 12 volt, 625 CCA maintenance free batteries mounted in bolt-on battery boxes.
Under-hood engine air cleaner shall be dry type, dual element with an restriction sensor and in-cab restriction warning light
Fuel priming pump and fuel/water separator shall be standard.
Starting aid and engine block heater for improved starting in cold temperatures shall be standard.
Machine shall have a audible backup alarm.
Machine shall have a battery disconnect switch.
Unit shall have a fan-guard
Fluid levels should be easily checked by sight gauges or overflow tank
Cooling fan shall be reversible with auto control and manual override.
POWER TRAIN/TRANSMISSION
The transmission shall be electronically controlled, adaptive, with load and speed dependent shift modulation
Machine shall have a minimum of three forward and three reverse gears.
Transmission shall have manual and auto shift settings with variable shift (fuel economy) and power shift (aggressive loading) modes.
Joystick shall have a button for downshifting on demand.
Machine shall have ground accessible ports to sample engine and transmission oil.
Machine shall have an operator programmable transmission neutralizer with an override switch standard.
Transmission clutch pressure shall be electronically controlled.
STEERING
High impact rubber steering stops shall be standard.
Steering console shall be adjustable.
Secondary steering system shall be provided.
BRAKES
Indicator light shall alert operator if brake pressure drops.
Machine shall have emergency stopping capability in the event of loss of engine power.
The transmission shall be automatically neutralized when parking brake is applied.
a pedal (s) shall function as a brake and transmission neutralizer so the operator can maintain high engine rpm for full hydraulic flow and fast cycle times.
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
Hydraulic system shall be manufacturer designed and modular.
Machine shall feature pilot safety valve to disable implement functions.
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Implement hydraulics shall be load-sensing.
Low effort joystick control shall offer simultaneous lift and tilt functions.
Steering and implement pumps shall be separate.
Machine shall have pressure taps to allow quick diagnosis of complete hydraulic system.
Automatic boom height kick out control will be in cab adjustable
Machine shall have two section implement control valve for lift and tilt functions and two additional valve sections.
oil cooler shall be included.
Hydraulic couplings shall have O-ring face seals.
AXLES
The front axle shall be disc clutch style, locking differential for maximum traction when required but with less tire wear than limited slip or no-spin differentials
Rear axle shall have a remote trunnion lubrication fitting to simplify maintenance.
Limited Slip Differentials shall be provided on front, rear or both axles.
Seals on the axle and housing shall keep oil in and lock contaminants out to prevent contamination of internal components.
Axle shall have fully-enclosed brakes and final drives.
The loader shall have a front and rear hydraulic locking differentials
Planetary final drives shall be lubricated from the main oil sump.
WHEELS
Tire size shall be 400/70 R20 XMCL/Bibload or equivalent.
The front and rear axle shall have full coverage of front fenders
OPERATORS STATION
Cab conforms to SAE J1040ARP88, includes air conditioning, and heater/defroster.
Personal storage areas shall include places to store a lunch box, thermos, cup, coat rack and a lockable storage area.
Hydraulic joystick control shall operate both lift and tilt functions.
Seat shall be a deluxe cloth with fully adjustable fore/aft position, seat back angle, bottom cushion height, armrest angle and suspension stiffness with air-suspension.
Seat shall include a retractable seat belt.
Front and rear wipers with washers shall be standard.
A 12V converter for powering electronics, a radio installation package, sun visor for windshield, roll-down sun screen for rear window, external mirror package and auxiliary lighting
packages shall be provided.
Machine cab shall meet ROPS and FOPS criteria as well as regulations for sound level II suppression.
All glass shall be tinted safety glass. The rear window shall have an electric defroster.
Machine shall have gauges including hydraulic, engine and transmission temperatures as well as fuel level.
Warning/indicator and diagnostic functions shall include: Primary steering malfunction, electrical system voltage low, coolant temperature, engine oil pressure low, parking brake applied,
brake charge pressure low, transmission oil temperature, transmission oil filter bypass, and hydraulic oil filter bypass.
The cab shall have conti…
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