ATTACHMENTS CATALOGUE NO.6 CHALLENGEIMPLEMENTS. Australian technology to load, lift AND carry.

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1 ATTACHMENTS CATALOGUE NO.6 CHALLENGEIMPLEMENTS Australian technology to load, lift AND carry

2 Contents Buckets pages 2-6 Post Hole Diggers page 7 Earthmoving Blades pages 8-9 Hay Handling Attachments page Hay Tines page 11 Silage Attachments pages Other Lifting Attachments pages Point Linkage Attachments pages Counterweights page 18

3 Over 50 Years of History Challenge Implements is a tractor loader and attachment specialist with its major manufacturing plant situated in Orange, New South Wales, approximately 260 kilometres west of Sydney. Orange is a regional city with a population of 39,000 and the area is promoted as the agribusiness capital of New South Wales. Main agricultural activities in the surrounding area include: cereal and oilseed production; wool and prime lambs; beef; dairies; apple, pear and stone fruit orchards; grapes and vineyards; vegetables; flowers and pine plantations. Challenge is a fully Australian-owned thirdgeneration family company. Challenge commenced manufacturing agricultural implements in Orange in 1957 with two employees and a capital of less than 500. The ultimate aim of the company was to develop a representative range of everyday agricultural equipment. Steps were taken even in the first year of operation to divert every available penny toward the necessary research and development required to produce such equipment. The year 1962 marked the release of the first Challenge front end loader along with a threepoint linkage grader. These products gained immediate market acceptance and established the brand name Challenge as implements of good design, robust in construction and offering value for money. Today Challenge continues to grow by expanding its operations throughout Australia. This allows Challenge to continue to support Australian farmers with fast, prompt and reliable service, with equipment designed by Australians for Australian conditions. From the very first loader made by Challenge in 1962, this Australian-owned company and its brand has created enviable traditions of worldclass engineering excellence and innovation.

4 General Purpose Buckets All general purpose buckets have been designed to meet the high strength and safety requirements of today s environment. There is a large variety of buckets available to cover a wide range of applications and to enable a more compatible loader/tractor combination, ensuring you get the most from your loader. All buckets are constructed from high tensile steel (570mpa) which is laser cut for accuracy and press formed to ensure superior strength. When attached to a Challenge front end loader, the bucket profile has been designed to ensure there is no rollback, a condition whereby material spills or falls over the rear of the bucket as it is filled. All earthmoving buckets enable maximum fill with minimum effort, ensuring an efficient loading cycle. The lower back portion of the bucket has a double plate arrangement that forms an enclosed 'box' section running the full width of the bucket, giving the bucket exceptional torsional strength. Buckets have a high quality roll formed cutting edge for excellent durability as well as wear plates on the bottom face of the bucket. Heavy section pipe gives a clean smooth face to the top of the bucket. The buckets' cut ends have been pressed to give strength along the edge and sides of the bucket. The attachment lugs on the rear of the bucket have plates that distribute the load to the strengthened sections of the bucket, directly behind the box section and to the formed edge towards the top of the bucket. This eliminates deformation in the back of the bucket during loading cycles. Most general purpose buckets can be fitted with ground-engaging teeth if required. Bucket Size Width: Measurement of the overall outside width of the bucket in millimetres. Depth (D¹): Horizontal distance in millimetres from tip of blade edge to rearmost vertical inner face of bucket. Overall Depth (D²): Horizontal distance in millimetres from the tip of the blade edge to the furthermost edge of the outer bucket. Height (H¹): Overall vertical height in millimetres from bottom of bucket to top edge of bucket. D¹ B U C K E T S p a g e 2 H¹ D²

5 General Purpose High Capacity BUCKET General Purpose Low Capacity BUCKET B u c k e t s p a g e 3 Compact LCC Mid LCM Low Capacity LC High Capacity HC Model 134LCC 150LCC 170LCC 186LCM 186LC 216LC 246LC 216HC 246HC Horse power range 21hp-45hp 21hp-45hp 21hp-45hp 45hp-70hp 55hp-360hp 55hp-360hp 55hp-360hp 55hp-360hp 55hp-360hp Width 1340mm 1500mm 1700mm 1860mm 1860mm 2160mm 2460mm 2160mm 2460mm 62kg 78kg 88kg 178kg 190kg 220kg 245kg 240kg 265kg Depth (D¹) 460mm 490mm 575mm 665mm 672mm 672mm 672mm 787mm 787mm Overall depth (D²) 695mm 740mm 805mm 940mm 964mm 964mm 964mm 1040mm 1040mm Height (H¹) 425mm 445mm 495mm 600mm 657mm 657mm 657mm 700mm 700mm Struck capacity 0.13m³ 0.17m³ 0.25m³ 0.38m³ 0.47m³ 0.55m³ 0.63m³ 0.66m³ 0.76m³ Rated capacity 0.16m³ 0.22m³ 0.31m³ 0.49m³ 0.57m³ 0.67m³ 0.77m³ 0.80m³ 0.90m³ Optional ground engaging teeth N/A N/A N/A N/A Grain Bucket The two grain buckets have the same rated capacity but offer different widths. They have been developed to handle larger volumes of lighter material. They have the same features as the general purpose bucket with the addition of internal ribs near the attachment lugs for extra strength in the back of the bucket. Grain Bucket GB Model 216GB 246GB Horse power range 55hp-360hp 55hp-360hp Width 2160mm 2460mm 320kg 336kg Depth (D¹) 1087mm 921mm Overall depth (D²) 1335mm 1230mm Height (H¹) 921mm 982mm Struck capacity 1.20m³ 1.20m³ Rated capacity 1.45m³ 1.45m³

6 Multi-Purpose Buckets (4-in-1) For the ultimate in versatility, the multipurpose 4-in-1 bucket gives you a bucket, a blade, a grab and a grader. This attachment requires a third hydraulic control circuit. Bucket With the multi-purpose bucket in the closed position you have a standard earthmoving bucket to pick up and move loose materials, with the option to open the bucket to empty material instead of dumping (ideal for unloading material over a high side-board of a truck or trailer). Blade With the multi-purpose bucket in the open position and the fixed half of the bucket in the vertical position you have an earthmoving blade. Grab As you approach the material to be handled you can open the multipurpose bucket and position it over or around the material then, closing the bucket jaws in a biting action, pick up the material. Grader With the multi-purpose bucket in the open position and dumped forward so the front internal cutting edge is in contact with the ground, you can drag the bucket backwards to scrape material into a heap or to backfill trenches. With the multi-purpose bucket in a similar orientation but with both internal cutting edges in contact with the ground, the bucket can be used as a leveller on firmer surfaces. All multi-purpose buckets have been designed to exceed the requirements of the agricultural industry and, when used with the standard level-lift Challenge front end loader, have safety features to eliminate rollback, this feature prevents material from falling over the rear of the bucket when it is filled. The multi-purpose buckets enable maximum fill with minimum effort, ensuring an efficient loading cycle. Buckets are available in a number of sizes to enable a more compatible loader/tractor combination, ensuring you get the most from your loader. The lower back portion of the bucket has a double plate arrangement constructed from high tensile steel (570mpa) that forms an enclosed 'box' section running the full width of the bucket, giving the bucket exceptional torsional strength. Buckets have high-quality roll-formed cutting edges for excellent durability. Heavy section pipe give a clean smooth face to the top of the bucket. The laser cut ends and hinges of the bucket have been cut from heavy highgrade plate to give maximum strength to the sides of the bucket. B U C K E T S p a g e 4 The bottom of the bucket has additional formed plate with internal rib section for maximum strength in the moving half of the bucket. Some multi-purpose buckets can be fitted with ground-engaging teeth if required.

7 MULTI-PURPOSE (4-IN-1) BUCKET Multi-Purpose Bucket with Ground Engaging Teeth fitted B u c k e t s p a g e 5 Compact MLCC Mid MLCM Low Capacity MLC High Capacity MHC Model 134MLCC 150MLCC 170MLCC 186MLCM 186MLC 216MLC 246MLC 216MHC Horse power range 21hp-60hp 21hp-60hp 21hp-60hp 55hp-70hp 55hp-360hp 55hp-360hp 55hp-360hp 55hp-360hp Width 1340mm 1500mm 1700mm 1860mm 1860mm 2160mm 2460mm 2160mm 113kg 144kg 165kg 235kg 326kg 362kg 391kg 441kg Depth (D¹) 393mm 380mm 494mm 545mm 560mm 560mm 560mm 750mm Overall depth (D²) 502mm 514mm 535mm 702mm 767mm 767mm 767mm 950mm Height (H¹) 394mm 440mm 491mm 553mm 613mm 613mm 613mm 755mm Overall height (H²) 520mm 514mm 560mm 625mm 776mm 776mm 776mm 845mm Maximum opening (O¹) 433mm 443mm 625mm 680mm 824mm 824mm 824mm 965mm Struck capacity 0.10m³ 0.12m³ 0.20m³ 0.25m³ 0.32m³ 0.37m³ 0.42m³ 0.56m³ Rated capacity 0.13m³ 0.15m³ 0.26m³ 0.32m³ 0.40m³ 0.46m³ 0.52m³ 0.70m³ Optional ground engaging teeth N/A N/A N/A N/A Bucket Size Width: Measurement of the overall outside width of the bucket in millimetres. Depth (D 1 ): Horizontal distance in millimetres from the tip of the cutting edge to rearmost inner face of the bucket when closed. Overall Depth (D 2 ): Horizontal distance in millimetres from the tip of the cutting edge to the furthermost edge of the outer bucket when closed. Height (H 1 ): Overall vertical height in millimetres from the top of the crossbar to the bottom of the bucket when closed. Overall Height (H 2 ): Overall vertical height in millimetres from the highest point of the bucket to the bottom of the bucket when closed. Maximum Opening (O 1 ): Maximum distance in millimetres between the inner cutting edges of the bucket when open. H² D² D¹ O¹ H¹

8 Rock Buckets The rock bucket is ideal for removing unwanted materials and sorting materials for reuse. It has a variety of uses including, digging and removing rocks from loose soil, cleaning up of materials such as branches, greenery and unwanted scrap. The rock bucket has been built for high strength, the heavy duty teeth are 20mm thick and the two outer teeth are 25mm thick increasing strength and wear life of the attachment. With easy to fit hitch lug plates, the rock bucket has the potential to be fitted to a variety of machines on the market or can be refitted to more than one machine. B U C K E T S p a g e 6 Rock Bucket STF2 Model 190STF2 220STF2 Width 1890mm 2230mm 359kg 418kg Depth 858mm 858mm Height 740mm 740mm Number of tines Struck capacity 0.30m m 3 Rated capacity 0.42m m 3 Note: Rated Capacity measured across side plates. Additional height gained by bend guard section of the bucket is not considered for calculation purposes.

9 Post Hole Diggers POST HOLE DIGGER Carriage & DRIVE UNIT Drive Unit Model 100PHD 200PHD 300PHD Flow rate range* 30L/min-57L/min 40L/min-65L/min 50L/min-95L/min The hydraulic post hole digger drive unit is operated by a third service from the front end loader to drive whichever size auger is fitted. The operator controls the loader arms to provide downward pressure while drilling the hole, or by raising the loader arms to lift the auger out of the hole. The post hole digger is supplied with a one piece attachment carriage. The drive unit can be positioned to the left, right or centre of the carriage to suit individual needs. There are a number of drive units to best match the tractor's hydraulic capacity and auger sizes to suit any job. All augers come standard with replaceable tungsten carbide cutting teeth and pilot. P o s t H o l e D i g g e r p a g e 7 Torque 220Bar 220Bar 240Bar 54kg 54kg 60kg * Flow rate range refers to the flow rate delivered to the attachment. To determine the appropriate drive unit model to suit your tractor, check the tractor hydraulic specifications from your tractor manufacturer. Note: Hydraulic oil flow at the attachment may not always be equal to the total oil flow indicated in the tractor specifications. Auger Model* 100ATC 150ATC 200ATC 250ATC 300ATC 350ATC 400ATC 450ATC 600ATC Diameter 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm 600mm 16kg 18kg 20kg 26kg 29kg 32kg 36kg 38kg 44kg * Auger Tungsten Carbide ATC Note: 400mm, 450mm and 600mm augers are only available for 300PHD. Flow vs Speed PHD Torque vs Pressure PHD FLOW (L/min) SPEED (r/min) 200PHD 100PHD TORQUE (Nm) PRESSURE (Bar) 200PHD 100PHD 100PHD 200PHD 300PHD 100PHD 200PHD 300PHD L/min r/min L/min r/min L/min r/min Bar Nm Bar Nm Bar Nm The figures shown are theoretical and provided as a guide only. The manufacturer accepts no responsibility/liability for any direct or indirect loss caused to person(s) who use this guide. Suitable test equipment must be used to obtain accurate values

10 Earthmoving Blades E a r t h m o v i n g B l a d e s p a g e 8 The bull blade is available in two widths and with a variety of configurations. All blades are formed from high grade steel and have a pressed mouldboard and are fitted with a replaceable bolt-on reversible cutting edge. Standard bull blades have the attaching lugs welded directly to the rear of the blade ready to couple to the front end loader. When fitted with root rakes, the bull blade can be inverted through an adaptor on the rear of the blade. This will position the rake tines towards the ground, allowing ripping and removal of small tree and shrub roots from beneath the ground surface. Alternatively, when pushing up debris, the tines allow topsoil to be left behind. The bull blade can also be set up with a manual angle adjustment and a manual tilt adjustment. These are set through brackets supplied and attached to the back of the blade, allowing the operator to change from a standard configuration to either or both angle and tilt options. The bull blade can also be set up with a manual angle adjustment and a hydraulic tilt adjustment. The manual angle is set using the bracket supplied and attached to the back of the blade. The tilt is controlled through a hydraulic third service which the operator can control during use. BULL BLADE WITH MANUAL ANGLE AND HYDRAULIC TILT

11 E a r t h m o v i n g B l a d e s p a g e 9 BULL BLADE WITH ROOT RAKES Blade Rake BR Model 216BR 246BR Description Bull Blade with Root Rakes Bull Blade with Root Rakes Width 2160mm 2460mm 320kg 360kg Root rake spacing 163mm 157mm Blade Rake, Manual Angle and Tilt BRMAT Model 216BRMAT 246BRMAT Description Bull Blade Manual Angle and Tilt with Root Rakes Bull Blade Manual Angle and Tilt with Root Rakes Width 2160mm 2460mm 370kg 410kg Root rake spacing 163mm 157mm Blade Rake, Manual Angle and Hydraulic Tilt BRHAT Model 216BRHAT 246BRHAT Description Bull Blade Manual Angle, Hydraulic Tilt with Root Rakes Bull Blade Manual Angle, Hydraulic Tilt with Root Rakes Width 2160mm 2460mm 450kg 490kg Root rake spacing 163mm 157mm Blade Rotation 1 Blade Rotation 2

12 Hay Handling Attachments Round Bale Spike RBS Model 100RBS 125RBS Round BALE Spike The round bale spike can be used to spike into the flat side of a round bale. The attachment is fitted with two tines to ensure the bale is unable to rotate while being handled. The round bale spike has the loader attachment lugs welded directly to the attachment frame making it a stand-alone attachment to allow for quick and efficient changeover. 94kg 91kg Width 1340mm mm Tines x usable length Other tines available 2 x 970mm (Conus I) 2 x 680mm (Conus I) 2 x 970mm (Conus I) 2 x 680mm (Conus I) Round Bale Fork RBF Round BALE FORK The round bale fork can be used to spike into the flat side of a round bale or the tines can be slid under the bale allowing the tines to cradle the bale (great for older or loose bales that need to be supported). The attachment is fitted with two tines so that the bale is unable to rotate during transport or stacking. The round bale fork has the loader attachment lugs welded directly to the attachment frame making it a stand-alone attachment to allow for quick and efficient changeover. Model Width Tines x usable length Other tines available 125RBF 108kg 1100mm-1250mm 2 x 1110mm (Conus II) 2 x 840mm (Conus II) 2 x 1260mm (Conus II) H ay H a n d l i n g A t t a c h m e n t s p a g e 1 0 DUAL ROUND BALE SPIKE The dual round bale spike can carry 2 and up to 3 round bales when used with the back rest. Used in conjunction with the three-point linkage dual round bale spike attached to a front end loader you will be able to move 4 and up to 6 round bales at once. The option of using both dual round bale spikes together will save you time and fuel costs by reducing tractor movements when moving bales. Dual Round Bale Spike RB2C Model 100RB2C 126kg Tines x usage length 4 x 970mm (Conus I) Inner tine spacing 1230mm Outer tine spacing 660mm

13 SQUARE BALE SPIKE This attachment is designed to handle large square bales, but round bales may also be handled depending on the tine configuration. The attachment is fitted with four tines as standard (five tines in the extra wide square bale spike - ideal for export bales) and these are driven into the long side of the bale to give maximum support to the bale while being handled. The square bale spike has the loader attachment lugs welded directly to the attachment frame, making it a stand-alone attachment to allow for quick and efficient changeover. A backrest extension is available as an option with this attachment to enable additional bales to be handled safely. The square bale spike can be fitted with a number of tine configurations to suit your individual needs. All tines fit into a tapered sleeve and are removable. Square Bale Spike SBD Model Width Tines x usable length Tine spacing 100SBD 102kg 1710mm 2 x 970mm (Conus I) 2 x 680mm (Conus I) 535mm Extra Wide Square Bale Spike SBDE (suit export bales) Model 100SBDE Width Tines x usable length Inner tine spacing Outer tine spacing 138kg 1910mm 5 x 1110mm (Conus II) 420mm 480mm H ay H a n d l i n g A t t a c h m e n t s p a g e 1 1 Back Rest BR Model 125BR 18kg Width 1230mm Height 1380mm Back Rest Extension The back rest has the ability to provide support to loads during handling that are higher than the attachment frame. The back rest extension quickly and simply slides in or out of the top section of the attachment frame, extending the effective height. Compatible with all hay handling attachments. Hay Tines It is important that hay tines are replaced with genuine Challenge hay tines to ensure that safety standards are met. Some hay tines on the market are made from inferior grade steel and may fail. Straight Cranked Curved Full length 810mm 810mm 1100mm 1100mm 980mm 1250mm 1400mm 800mm 680mm Usable length 680mm 670mm 970mm 960mm 840mm 1110mm 1260mm 670mm 550mm Conus I II I II II II II I I

14 Silage Attachments ROUND WRAPPED SILAGE GRAB The round wrapped silage grab has been designed to allow the efficient handling of wrapped silage bales and round hay bales. The large smooth surface area helps prevent damage to the wrapping material on silage bales. This attachment requires a third hydraulic control circuit, through which the grab arms are controlled. Bringing the arms together around the wrapped silage or round bale allows it to be handled, transported and stacked. The round wrapped silage grab also allows you to rotate the bale through 90 so that you can stack bales on their flat or round sides. An additional cylinder position hole allows the grab arms to be adjusted, allowing most bale sizes to be handled securely and safely. Round Wrapped Silage Grab RSG Model 200RSG Bale sizes Up to 1800mm 224kg SQUARE WRAPPED SILAGE GRAB The square wrapped silage grab has been designed to allow the efficient handling of both wrapped square silage bales and square hay bales. The large smooth surface area helps prevent damage to the wrapping material on silage bales. This attachment requires a third hydraulic control circuit, through which the grab arms are controlled. Bringing the arms together around the wrapped silage or square bale allows it to be handled, transported and stacked securely and safely. Square Wrapped Silage Grab SSG Model 180SSG 246SSG Bale sizes 3 to 6 6 to 8 374kg 412kg Note: Optional back rest extension S i l a g e A t t a c h m e n t s p a g e 1 2 WRAPPED SILAGE HANDLER The wrapped silage handler has the ability to handle wrapped silage bales as well as round hay bales. This attachment requires a third hydraulic control circuit to activate the hydraulic cylinder, enabling the arms to open and close as required. With the arms in the open position and close to the ground, the attachment is driven forward under the bale. Closing the arms, the large diameter steel tubes roll around the outside of the bale without damaging the plastic, allowing it to be transported. When handling unwrapped hay or straw bales the tubes can be unpinned and slid off, exposing heavy duty tines which can then be driven into the face of the bale. The adjustable arms allow any size bale to be handled securely and safely. Tines fit into a tapered sleeve and are removable. Wrapped Silage Handler RSH Model 100RSH 195kg Length of arms 1120mm Tines x usage length 2 x 1110mm (Conus II)

15 SILAGE GRAB BUCKET The silage grab bucket has been designed to handle loose or fine chop silage and is ideal for cleaning up other loose materials such as straw. Having a bucket style bottom, this attachment allows for clean and easy handling of this type of material. After it is driven into the silage face, the attachment can be crowded back like a conventional bucket, ensuring maximum fill with the tines holding and containing the material being handled. Optional end plates are available which simply bolt to the side profile if extremely loose material is to be handled. This attachment requires a third hydraulic control circuit to activate the grab portion of the attachment. All tines fit into a tapered sleeve and are removable. POWER SILAGE GRAB The power silage grab has been designed to handle pit silage easily and safely. This attachment requires a third hydraulic control circuit to activate the grab portion of the attachment. The tines are forced through the silage in a circular motion using minimal effort and ensuring an efficient cut, clamping the material in the attachment. The tines are spaced to ensure wastage from material falling through the tines is kept to a minimum. All tines fit into a tapered sleeve and are removable. Silage Grab Bucket SGB Model 156SGB 186SGB 216SGB 310kg 360kg 410kg Width 1560mm 1860mm 2160mm Depth 800mm 800mm 800mm Volume/capacity 0.73m³ / 449kg 0.88m³ / 541kg 1.03m³ / 633kg Tines x usable length 6 x 550mm 7 x 550mm 8 x 550mm Tine spacing 252mm 260mm 260mm Note: Volume and capacity based on 615 kg/m³ - 30% dry volume. Power Silage Grab PSG Model 150PSG 180PSG 253kg 304kg Width 1500mm 1800mm Depth 860mm 860mm Volume/capacity 0.64m³ / 394kg 0.76m³ / 467kg Bottom tines x usable length 9 x 670mm 11 x 670mm Tine spacing 175mm 175mm Top tines x usable length 6 x 550mm 7 x 550mm Tine spacing 251mm 260mm Tines on side x usable length 2 x 680 (Conus I) 2 x 680 (Conus I) Note: Volume and capacity based on 615 kg/m³ - 30% dry volume. S i l a g e A t t a c h m e n t s p a g e 1 3 SILAGE FORK The silage fork is ideal for handling pit silage and other light materials. This attachment has the loader attachment lugs welded directly to the attachment frame making it a stand-alone attachment to allow for quick and efficient changeover. The tines are fitted into a tapered sleeve and are removable. Silage Fork SF Model 150SF 180SF 111kg 125kg Width 1510mm 1810mm Tines x usable length 9 x 670mm 11 x 670mm Tine spacing 175mm 170mm

16 Silage Attachments SILAGE SHEAR GRAB The silage shear grab is designed to cut silage blocks from the silage pit, leaving a smooth face that is sealed to prevent spoilage. This attachment requires a third hydraulic control circuit to activate the grab/cutting portion of the attachment, which features a hardened serrated front knife and hardened plain knives on the sides. The rounded front profile of the grab is forced through the silage in a circular motion, reducing the cutting force required and ensuring an efficient, clean cut. The two heavyduty hydraulic cylinders provide ample cutting force and the attachment is fitted with quality heavy-duty tines to accommodate this. All tines fit into a tapered sleeve and are removable. Silage Shear Grab SS Model 140SS 170SS 370kg 460kg Width 1400mm 1700mm Depth 880mm 880mm Volume/capacity 0.81m³ / 498kg 0.98m³ / 602kg Opening 730mm 730mm Bottom tines x usable length 9 x 670mm 11 x 670mm Tines on side x usable length 2 x 670mm (Conus II) 2 x 670mm (Conus II) Tine spacing 125mm 129mm Note: Volume and capacity based on 615 kg/m³ - 30% dry volume. Other Lifting Attachments BULK BAG LIFTER The bulk bag lifter has been designed to safely handle fertilizer bags with four lifting straps. Maximum lift height is achieved by the high strapping lugs allowing the bag to be attached to the bulk bag lifter while the attachment is on the ground. The four strapping points ensure stability of the bag during handling. S i l a g e A t t a c h m e n t s p a g e 1 4 Bulk Bag Lifter BBL Model 100BBL 146kg Height 1520mm Maximum load 1000kg APPROVED LIFTING CHAIN The approved lifting chain provides a safe and legal lifting point on a Challenge loader. The rated operating load is the same as that of the tractor/loader combination up to a maximum of 2.6 tonne at 60.

17 Other Lifting Attachments Pallet Fork MCPF Model 125MCPF Width Maximum load Fork length 195kg 1105mm-1250mm 2500kg 1075mm POWER LOG GRAB The power log grab has loader attachment lugs welded directly to the attachment frame making it a stand-alone attachment to allow for quick efficient changeover. This attachment requires a third hydraulic control circuit to activate the grab arm of the attachment. Additional pallet forks are available to increase the load bearing surface area. C Pallet Fork The pallet fork has the loader attachment lugs welded directly to the attachment frame to allow simple coupling and uncoupling to the loader. The fork arms are made from alloy steel and are forged to ensure maximum load carrying capacity. This attachment can be fitted with an optional back rest extension. O Width: Measurement of the overall width of the carriage in millimetres. Maximum Opening (O): Maximum distance in millimetres between the tines and power log grab arm when open. Optional Back Rest Extension compatible with the Pallet Fork Power Log Grab PLG Model 100PLG Width Maximum opening (O) Minimum close (C) 240kg 1350mm 870mm 210mm O t h e r L i f t i n g A t t a c h m e n t s p a g e 1 5 Minimum Close (C): Minimum distance in millimetres between the carriage and power log grab arm when closed. Aus Hitch QUICK COUPLER The Aus Hitch quick coupler is a specifically designed attachment system used for coupling all attachments, using the Aus Hitch system, quickly and efficiently. The quick coupler uses a single lever action to disengage the locking pins from the attachment and has a spring return auto lock function when reattaching to an attachment. The Aus Hitch is designed with much larger and stronger locking pins in comparison to the Euro Hitch. EURO Hitch QUICK COUPLER The Euro Hitch quick coupler has been developed to allow those customers, who may have previously purchased European-style attachments that suit some of the European-manufactured loaders, the ability to retain those attachments and use them on their Challenge front end loader. The quick coupler uses a single lever action to disengage the locking pins from the attachment and has a spring return auto lock function when reattaching to an attachment. 70kg 84kg

18 Three-Point Linkage Attachments THREE-POINT LINKAGE ROUND BALE SPIKE The three-point linkage round bale spike tines can be driven into the flat side of a round bale. The attachment is fitted with two tines to ensure the bale is unable to rotate while being handled. Tines fit into a tapered sleeve and are removable. Three-Point Linkage Round Bale Spike Model 3PLRBS Width Linkage category 50kg 770mm Tines x usable length 2 x 970mm (Conus I) Tine spacing II 547mm Other tines available 2 x 680mm (Conus I) THREE-POINT LINKAGE DUAL ROUND BALE SPIKE The three-point linkage dual round bale spike can carry 2 and up to 3 round bales when used with the extension. Used in conjunction with the dual round bale spike attached to a front end loader you will be able to move 4 and up to 6 round bales at once. The option of using both dual round bale spikes together will save you time and fuel costs by reducing tractor movements when moving bales. Three-Point Linkage Dual Round Bale Spike Model 3PLDRBS Width Linkage category 120kg 2680mm Tines x usable length 4 x 970mm (Conus I) Inner tine spacing Outer tine spacing II 1230mm 660mm T h r e e - P o i n t L i n k a g e A t t a c h m e n t s p a g e 1 6 THREE-POINT LINKAGE SQUARE BALE SPIKE The three-point linkage square bale spike is designed to handle large square bales. The attachment is fitted with four tines as standard and these are driven into the long side of the bale to give maximum support to the bale while being handled. This attachment can be fitted with a number of tine configurations to suit your individual needs. All tines fit into a tapered sleeve and are removable. Three-Point Linkage Square Bale Spike Model 3PLSBS Width Linkage category Tines x usable length Tine spacing 80kg 1710mm II 2 x 970mm (Conus I) 2 x 680mm (Conus I) 535mm

19 G Series Rear End Grader The G Series graders can be used for maintenance and repair of agricultural roads and other farm related operations. The blade can also be reversed for back blade work. The rear end graders have been designed specifically to suit tough Australian conditions. The large high tensile 100mm rotation pin ensures correct alignment and maximum forces can be sustained. The main boom structure has been designed to handle the large horse power of todays tractors. The hydraulic hoses are conveniently routed to the tractor remote connections. The graders are equipped with two heavy duty, pneumatic depth wheels. The blade angle and rotation plate is fixed by two large machined brackets that take all the forces submitted through the blade. The front hitch is compatible with category 2 and 3 linkage and category 3 quick hitch system. The grader blades are constructed of 8mm high grade steel with replaceable purpose built toughened wear edges. This attachment also includes two heavy duty frame stands that allow stable and easy storage of the rear end grader. T h r e e - P o i n t L i n k a g e A t t a c h m e n t s p a g e 1 7 Rear End Grader G Model G24 G30 G36 Horse power range 90hp-180hp 90hp-180hp 180hp-300hp Linkage category 2, 3, 3QH 2, 3, 3QH 2, 3, 3QH Blade width 2400mm 3000mm 3600mm Blade height 600mm 600mm 600mm Blade angle Blade tilt Offset adjustment 830mm 830mm 830mm Blade thickness 8mm 8mm 8mm 1070kg 1120kg 1220kg

20 Counterweights Three-Point Linkage Counterweight A major safety factor in the operation of a front end loader/tractor unit is the stability of the machine whilst lifting and transporting a load. After fitting a loader, the centre of gravity of the tractor is moved forward. When a load is raised, this combined centre of gravity is moved further forward and higher, potentially moving the centre of gravity outside the base triangle of the tractor, causing instability both longitudinally and laterally. Along with instability, there are high loads placed on tractor frontend components such as tyres, rims and axle. Traditionally, tractor owners have added ballast to increase the stability of the tractor when a loader is fitted by adding liquid fill to the rear tyres, or fitting rear wheel weights. Although the addition of liquid fill or rear wheel weights may aid stability, neither will reduce the high front axle load when using the front end loader on the tractor. Also, an unnecessarily large amount of weight is required to achieve a result, increasing total vehicle mass considerably. The three-point linkage counterweight is designed to enhance the performance of the tractor/loader combination by providing suitable ballast behind the rear axle. Applying weight on the three-point linkage of the tractor will provide the greatest counterbalancing effect as it applies a downward force behind the rear axle, reducing the weight carried by the front tyres, rims and axle. The threepoint linkage counterweight will not only reduce the front axle load but will also move the centre of gravity of the tractor/loader combination rearwards, and lower, to maintain stability and ensure safe, effective performance. The three-point linkage counterweights are supplied without ballast and should be filled with concrete to achieve the designed operational weights. Each tractor and loader specification should be considered when selecting the appropriate counterweight. Challenge Implements strongly recommends the use of a three-point linkage counterweight to improve both the safety and performance of your Challenge loader/tractor unit. Challenge Implements has undergone an independent evaluation to ensure that the company complies with the Tractor & Machinery Association of Australia (TMA) code of practice for manufacture and supply of agricultural front end loaders. Downward force applied by linkage counterweight Front axle load reduced and stability increased Counterweight for low horse power tractors C o u n t e r w e i g h t s p a g e 1 8 FULCRUM Three-Point Linkage Counterweight CW Model 14CW 30CW 46CW 125CW (empty) 45kg 70kg 155kg 380kg (full) 360kg 760kg 1220kg 3270kg Width 495mm 660mm 1015mm 1610mm Height 645mm 790mm 950mm 1210mm Depth 475mm 460mm 500mm 715mm Volume 0.14m m m m 3 Linkage category I I II III Standard hitch Yes Yes Yes Yes Quick hitch No No No Yes

21 Manufacturing Technology Challenge Implements has a strong commitment to continuous improvement, research, and development and has adopted state-of-the-art manufacturing processes using robotic welding, laser cutting and multi-head profile cutting machines as an integral component in the fabrication of their attachments. Challenge Implements use two robotic welding machines, including dual robots controlling two welding torches simultaneously, allowing both welding torches to work on the one product at any one time. The latest robotic system is the first dual robot of this type to be installed in Australia. These robotic systems use weld seam tracking, an advanced system that allows the robot to correct minor errors in joint alignment, improving quality and accuracy. All Challenge Implements attachments are designed using 3D CAD software, allowing for computer-generated profiles to be accurately cut using laser or profile cutting machines. Using computer generated tool paths ensures consistent part manufacture and trouble-free assembly of components. M a n u f a c t u r i n g T e c h n o l o g y p a g e 1 9

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23 Challenge Implements 100% Australian Owned

24 Challenge Implements Holdings Pty Ltd Trading as Challenge Implements ABN Leewood Drive, Orange NSW 2800 PO Box 7039, Orange NSW 2800 Phone: (02) Fax: (02) REF REV. E 11/11/13 Challenge Implements reserves the right to improve specifications and change the design of its products without prior notification. Challenge Implements designs, manufactures and supplies agricultural attachments that are intended to be used on Challenge Implements front end loaders and other front end loaders approved by the company. Challenge Implements front end loaders and attachments are made to comply with the Tractor and Machinery Association (TMA) code of practice. Attachments must not be modified and should only be used for their stated use.