Avant Tecno (UK) of Thetford in Norfolk is celebrating 20 years of trading in the UK with the launch of the 760i compact tool carrier which becomes the company's largest and most powerful machine.


760i compact tool carrier

Based in Finland, Avant first set up shop in the UK with the appointment of a national distributor in 1994. However, in 1999 the company decided to take full control of its activities by establishing a wholly owned subsidiary to handle everything from sales and marketing to servicing and repairs..

Since arriving in the country, Avant Tecno (UK) has sold nearly 5000 of its compact tool carriers as well as access platforms and demolition machines. It has expanded sales through a growing network of regional dealers into a wide range of different markets.

The new 760i model is a compact unit, measuring 3080mm in length and 1400mm in width, and is powered by a new Kohler KDI engine developing 42 kW (57 hp) @ 2200 rpm meeting the latest Tier 4 Final emission regulations. Compared with Avant's previous range topping 750, the new model offers 20% more engine power, 40% more torque and 20% lower fuel consumption.

The 760i's hydrostatic transmission offers a maximum travel speed of 30 km/h and the machine is highly stable, even at speed, due to larger and wider tyres that also help to minimise damage to delicate surfaces. In addition, its auxiliary hydraulic system is able to supply an oil flow of up to 80 l/min for powering a huge range of available attachments.