Buffalo King
A powerhouse for diverse harvesting tasks
PONSSE Buffalo King is the largest machine in the popular Buffalo model series. Its technical systems, reliability in all conditions, combined with its broad range of options, make Buffalo King a dependable tool built to meet the individual needs of each customer. When customers can choose from a load-carrying capacity of 18 tons, a reach ranging from 7.8 to 9.5 metres, Active Crane and a number of other technical options, we can truly talk about customer-specific customization.
A versatile professional in timber hauling
The best machine with durable technical systems, proven in operations round the world, can easily be found from PONSSE Buffalo King’s broad range of models and optional equipment – to meet each individual needs. The model series consists of an eight-wheeled base machine that can be modified in diverse ways. Equipped with the Active Crane boom control system, the grapple becomes an extension of the operator’s hand. It goes where you want it to go, easily and effortlessly.
Technical details
Load carrying capacity: 18,000 kg (39,683 lbs)
Load space cross sectional area: 5.2 - 5.8 m2
Load space length: 5190 - 5450 mm
Power: 210 kW (285,6 hp)
Working pump: 190 m3
Measuring control system: PONSSE OptiControl
Loader: K100+, K101 ou K111
Crane reach: 7,8/9,5 m (25,6/31,2 ft)
Minimum weight: 20,600 kg (45,415 lbs)
Average weight: 21,100 kg (46,517 lbs)
Tires: 26.5"
Traction force: 190 kn
Special features
PONSSE Active Crane offers a new way of controlling the loader and boosting efficiency. It is a system which the operator uses to control the grapple or harvester head movement instead of individual functions, allowing the operator to concentrate efficiently on loader work.
The most spacious and comfortable cabin and the most ergonomic controls in the market guarantee the best working comfort. The cabin can be equipped with PONSSE Seat. It is the first seat designed specifically for forest machines. This is why the special needs of forest machine operators have been addressed in its design. The seat and, in particular, its base are solid, the seat has diverse suspension adjustments and the whole package withstands heavy-duty operations for years without any impact.
Powered by a Mercedes-Benz / MTU engine, producing well-behaving power over a broad rpm range, Buffalo moves with the toughness of its namesake. Its fast response to the throttle, steady torque and strong hydraulics make the machine humble and easy to use. Buffalo’s strong hydraulics and precise feel make loading easy and reliable. The loaders have a maximum reach up to 10 metres.
The design of the frame focuses particularly on durability and ease of maintenance. The reliable frame oscillation lock equipped with hydraulic cylinders is solid and acts as a shock absorber when driving. In addition to reliability, the functional positioning and serviceability of components are typical characteristics of the structure.
Maneuvering the powerful PONSSE K100+ loader is easy and effective. Loader reach is 7,8 or 9,5 meters (26/31 feet).
A long bogie, a new bogie option designed for harvesting in soft conditions, is available for 8-wheeled models of PONSSE Wisent, Elk and Buffalo. The long bogie reduces the ground pressure of a track-based machine significantly compared to a standard bogie.
