The HL-98 Hercules 21 is a construction labor manufactured by Hishii Heavy Industries. It can be said to be the standard for 2nd generation Labors, being one of the company's best-selling products, and is a household name. This machine, a later model in the second generation, was a priority product in which all of Hishii's technology at the time was poured into it.
Design & Development[]
Following an accident with the HL-97 "Bulldog,'' the model adopted an electronically controlled suspension, auto speed control, and a canopy system that eliminated the vibration, noise, and poor riding comfort that were the weaknesses of two-legged laborers, the HL-97 was completely sealed. There is plenty of consideration for the user in all aspects, such as the reshaped cockpit. Of course, the reliability and price/performance ratio that Hishii fans always insist on are excellent, and even today, some say that it is "The best in terms of ease of use at the field level.''
Hishii's typical simplicity and robustness, with his attention to safety and security, is what made this machine a hit. In addition to the electrification of the actuator, which is a feature of the same generation, the battery uses a nickel-metal hydride system, which was later followed by the third-generation lithium-ion system.
Specifications[]
Empty weight: 7.89 tons
Full equipment weight: 8.22 tons
Maximum lifting capacity: 2.9 tons
Minimum revolving radius: 5.5 meters
Armor materials: Fiber Reinforced Plastic, Aluminum
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