AJP Log Construction & Woodland Products has recently taken delivery of a second Avant Tecno mini loader machine from local dealer, Jay Engineering.


The first Avant machine purchased, a 21kW (28 hp) model 630, was chosen after a demonstration. This machine is now dedicated to moving timber around the yard, whilst the newly acquired 635 model, which is powered by a more powerful 28 kW (37.5 hp) Kubota diesel engine, is used mainly off-site for a wide variety of jobs.

In fact, AJB recently won a contract from Test Valley Borough Council to manage woodlands and its staff were so impressed with the abilities of the Avant that is now employed for several different jobs using a range of easy-change attachments including a mower, winch and general purpose bucket.

The 635 weighs in at 1380 kg and features hydrostatic allwheel drive, an articulated chassis giving an inside turning radius of just 900 mm and a useful lift capacity of 1000 kg. In addition, like all Avant machines, the 635 has an offset telescopic, self-levelling boom which not only ensures excellent handling capabilities but also provides the operator with an unrestricted view of the attachment in use.