With the arrival of a new LiuGong LD20D Dozer, a training agency is set to expand its practical training capabilities, giving machinery operators greater access to real-world, competency-focused learning.
LiuGong has delivered a new LD20D Dozer to All Class Training in Newcastle, an investment that supports hands-on, industry-ready training for operators throughout the Hunter region.
The machine was supplied by Aztech Group, LiuGong’s dealer for the Hunter Valley, Northwest and New England regions.
All Class Training Owner Anthony Merrick said the decision to purchase the 20-tonne dozer came after a surge in demand from companies for nationally certified dozer operator training.
“We’ve had a lot of requests for competency-based dozer training, and rather than hiring a machine each time, it made sense to purchase one — especially once I saw the LD20D at the AgQuip Field Days,” Anthony said.
“When you can touch, feel, sit in the cab and ask questions at a field day, it’s a whole different experience.
“Once I sat in it, it felt exactly like an older-style Komatsu in how it performs — at a third of the price. I can’t fault the performance.”
In addition to supporting the training business, the LD20D will also be put to work across Anthony’s farming properties.
“There’s a lot of levelling to do because it’s floodplain country, so the rippers will get plenty of use, along with general property maintenance and clearing,” he said.
Anthony said the LD20D was the perfect model for operators to learn on and believes the success of the program will come down to operators being able to learn in a focused setting.
“The new dozer training program will focus on teaching the fundamentals of safe and efficient operation in a controlled environment, without the pressure of a live worksite.”
The LiuGong LD20D Dozer features:
- Powerful, fuel-efficient Cummins engine;
- heavy-duty frame and undercarriage;
- precision blade control;
- high-visibility cab and intuitive controls;
- robust rear ripper; and
- easy-access service points and reliable hydraulics.
The delivery was managed by Aztech Group, with General Manager Adam Watson providing hands-on support throughout the process.
“Adam has been awesome to deal with — on-time delivery and great support,” Anthony said. “To have someone that involved with a dealership spend the time with us has meant a lot. It’s great to feel the excitement from the team.”
Adam said Aztech Group is seeing strong interest in the LiuGong range across Newcastle, the Hunter Valley, Gunnedah and surrounding regions.
“We’re excited about what LiuGong is doing and how quickly the brand is growing,” he said.
“With local parts and support across Australia, and LiuGong being a market leader in R&D and manufacturing investment, customers are really starting to see the results of that quality on work sites.”
The addition of the LD20D Dozer marks another milestone in LiuGong’s expanding presence across Australia’s construction, training and agricultural sectors, providing customers with reliable, high-performance machinery backed by local support.
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