Avant Tecno (UK), the Norfolk-based subsidiary of Finnish compact loader manufacturer Avant Tecno, celebrated 21 years of service yesterday (23rd April 2020) with some new announcements for their UK customers.

In celebration of their 21st birthday, the company have added their most powerful machine to their 8 series range - the Avant 860i Stage V. The largest of the their loaders, the company says it benefits from a lifting capacity of 1,900 kg, a reach of 3.5m, and a turbocharged Kohler KDI 1903 TCR 42 kW/57 hp diesel engine.

Also in recognition of 21 years of service in the UK, the company are offering their customers a 3 year or 3,000 hour warranty with any new machine purchased in 2020. This also has the option to be extended to a 5-year warranty.

Since its launch in the UK, the Avant team has grown to 9 people and has sold in excess of 5,000 loaders through their network of 16 regional dealers, providing the UK with almost 30 sales points. 

Managing director, Raimo Ala-Korpi, said, “We wanted to mark our 21st birthday here in the UK by giving something back to our loyal customer family who have supported Avant over the years."