Efficient compact soil compaction

Ammann claims efficient compaction can be achieved with its two new compact single drum rollers.

July 1, 2022 Read time: 2 mins

Ammann is offering two new compact single drum rollers

The new ARS 30 and ARS 50 models are said to benefit from advanced technology to deliver high compaction output.

The ARS 30 and ARS 50 suit use in road construction and rental fleets requiring small, durable and powerful products. The rollers can compact a wide range of materials and offer versatility with a choice of smooth or padfoot drums.

Due to their compaction power and manoeuvrability, the machines suit duties where space is limited such as forest roads, municipal roads and walking/bicycle paths.

The ARS 30 and ARS 50 are powered by Kubota V2403-CR-T diesels with EGR+DOC+DPF aftertreatment that meet Stage V/Tier 4F emissions requirements and are rated at 43.2kW.

The machines use just 5litres of fuel/hour. Combined with a 98litre fuel tank, this allows the machines to operate for three shifts before needing refuelling.

The ARS 30 is 1.2m-wide with a strong single-stage vibratory system, with two different frequencies supplying compaction power of 37kN and 68kN. The ARS 50 is 1.4m -wide with a boosted single-stage vibratory system, two frequencies and compaction power of 53kN and 85kN.

A smooth drum is standard on both machines, with thicknesses of 15mm for the ARS 30 and 18mm for the ARS 50. For versatility, the rollers are available with padfoot (PD) drums (with smooth shell kits) and dozer blades.

The drums are maintenance-free as part of Ammann’s ECOdrop concept, reducing the volume of fluids required, making service points accessible and making products environmentally friendly.

The novel no-rear-axle concept makes the rollers more compact and enables a lower engine mounting that improves the centre of gravity for better stability, even on slopes. The design also improves visibility and manoeuvrability.

Also available for installation is the ACEforce system, monitoring compaction progress. The Intelligent Compaction system shows the actual kB value on the display, reducing the time required to achieve maximum compaction.

An optional telematics system can monitor machine position, assist control and provide other important information. All the data can be monitored via the web.

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Ammann’s compact and productive soil compactor

The ARS 30 and ARS 50 are aimed at road construction firms and rental fleets that need small, durable and powerful machines. The rollers can compact a wide range of materials and have the option of smooth or padfoot drums. The ARS 30 and ARS 50 are powered by Kubota V2403-CR-T diesel engines with EGR+DOC+DPF (without SCR) after-treatment technology and rated at 43.2kW, meeting the Tier 4 Final Stage V emissions requirements.

A combination of an efficient engine, hydrostatic drive system and control deliver economical fuel consumption of 5litres/hour. That efficiency and a large fuel tank of 98litres mean that the rollers need only be fuelled once every three working shifts

The ARS 30 drum has a working width of 1200mm. The single-stage vibratory system and two different frequencies supply compaction power of 37kN and 68kN. The working width of the ARS 50 is 1400mm with a boosted single-stage vibratory system with two frequencies. It provides compaction power of 53kN and 85kN.

A smooth drum is standard on both machines. The ARS 30 has a drum thickness of 15mm, while the ARS 50 drum is 18mm thick. To improve versatility and profitability, the rollers are available with a padfoot (PD) drum (with a smooth shell kit) and a dozer blade.

The drums are designed to be maintenance-free as part of Ammann’s ECOdrop philosophy. The innovative no-rear-axle concept makes the rollers compact and allows a low engine location that improves the centre of gravity for stability.

Also available is the ACEforce system, which enables operators to monitor compaction progress. The Intelligent Compaction system shows the actual kB value on the display, significantly reducing the time required to achieve maximum compaction.

An optional telematics system can help monitor the machine’s position, assist with control and provide other important jobsite information. All the data can be monitored via the web.

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