New hydraulic breaker from Atlas Copco
Latest HB 4100 breaker offers improved performance and versatility for carrier machines from 40 to 70 tonnes
ATLAS Copco have announced the launch of their new HB 4100 hydraulic breaker, which has been designed to offer less weight, better performance and higher efficiency in comparison with its predecessor model.
‘In terms of performance and efficiency, the improvement in comparison to the predecessor model is considerable,’ explained Gordon Hambach, Atlas Copco product line manager for hydraulic breakers. ‘We were able to achieve an increase in the double-digit percentage range.’
Reduced weight and improved performance of a hydraulic breaker means that similar results can be achieved with a smaller hydraulic breaker and excavator. This saves investment and leads to lower operating costs. With a service weight of 4,100g, the HB 4100 features a guide system that can be changed in order to make it more stable and resilient.
Mr Hambach said: ‘Hydraulic breakers are subjected to use under the most extreme conditions. A new covering for the retaining bar offers increased protection. We have also reinforced the service window and the recesses for the lateral swivel threaded connections. In addition, there is circumferential wear protection which has proven its worth with all heavy hydraulic breakers from Atlas Copco.’
