Selling Point Descriptions - Hitachi W 6VM Technical Data And Service Manual

4-1. Selling Point Descriptions

The new Models W 6VM, W 6V4 and W 6VA4 are more comfortable and easier to operate than the current
models and competitors. The outstanding selling points are as follows.
1) Short length of grip portion
The Models W 6VM, W 6V4 and W 6VA4 have a
handle that is shaped in good weight balance
according to the ergonomical design. In addition,
the length of the grip portion is shortest in the
class. The handle grip is very comfortable and it
efficiently reduces operator fatigue. Table 1
shows a comparison of the length of grip portion.
Maker
Model
The length of grip portion
Maker
Model
The length of grip portion
Maker
Model
The length of grip portion
2) Ergonomical design for better operation
The Models W 6VM, W 6V4 and W 6VA4 are equipped with the following four parts as a result of pursuance of
the ergonomical design.
Soft grip housing and handle cover
1
The entire body is covered with the uniquely designed elastomer and the grip portion is uneven and matte-
finished to make it resistant to slipping. Thus the grip is very comfortable and it efficiently reduces operator
fatigue.
(Range covered with elastomer)
Table 1 Comparison of the length of grip portion
HITACHI
W 6VM
212 (8-11/32")
mm 206 (8-1/8")
HITACHI
W 6V4
mm 206 (8-1/8") 218 (8-19/32")
HITACHI
W 6VA4
mm 206 (8-1/8") 218 (8-19/32")
(Measuring point of the length of grip portion)
C
P
210 (8-1/4")
C
W 6V3
212 (8-11/32")
C
W 6VA3
212 (8-11/32")
Crosshatched portion:
Covered with elastomer
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Measuring point of the
length of grip portion
P
B
210 (8-1/4")
210 (8-1/4")
E
B
208 (8-3/16")
210 (8-1/4")