Roadtec RX-405 Cold Planer
The versatile RX-405 milling machine is ideal for contractors who need a smaller cold planer that offers versatility and flexibility in a variety of applications.
Overview
The Compact Design Makes the RX-405 Ideal for Size-restrictive Milling.
The versatile RX-405 milling machine is ideal for contractors who need a smaller cold planer that offers versatility and flexibility in a variety of applications. Contractors of all sizes benefit from a powerful machine that can tackle size-restrictive
job sites like trenches, utility work and parking lots.
Features
Simplified Controls
- Simplified controls are easily operated from either side of the platform
- Multifunction joystick controls are easy to understand
- Expanded on-board diagnostics keep the operator informed of changes made from ground controls
Easy Cutter Drum Access
- The hinged door on the side of the cutter housing makes it easy to access all parts of the cutter housing and change the drum
- The single cutter housing can quickly transition from two feet to five feet wide
Drum Index Device
- Rotates the drum independent of the cutter belt drive
- Air compressor can safely operate while the engine is running
- Safely advance the cutter drum using a magnetic based control box
Ace Grade Control
- Automated Control of Elevation® (ACE) automates machine elevation through grade and slope sensors
- Operator and ground crew can easily adjust grade and slope parameters in real time
- Depth and slope are continuously displayed
- Can be coupled with Auto-Cut™, which automates machine’s rear elevation as it enters each cut
Variety of Cutter Drums
- Specialty cutter drum designs, from wide spaced excavating patterns to fine spaced micro milling patterns
- Double-hit drums improve production without sacrificing quality of cut
- Multiple tooling options available
- All drums are designed and manufactured using three-dimensional solid modeling and highly accurate robotic welding
Rear Object Detection
- Stops the cold planer if a person or object is behind the machine while it is in reverse
- Includes additional sensors and ground level buttons allowing members of the crew to disable reverse
Variable Cutter System
- Exclusive VCS System allows cold planers to cut at widths of 24” (610 mm), 36”(914 mm), 48” (1,219 mm), and 60” (1,524 mm) without changing the cutter housing
- Hydraulically adjustable segmented rear moldboard included
Where to Buy
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Applications
Asphalt Milling
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