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    How to choose working height for a pile driver

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    How to choose working height for a pile driver

    Key takeaways

    • Working height determines the maximum usable pile length.
    • TURCHI 260F reaches up to 3.50 m; TURCHI 300F from 4.40 to 6.00 m.
    • Evaluate project requirements before choosing.

    Why working height matters

    Working height is the parameter that defines the maximum pile length the machine can handle. Choosing an insufficient height means having to resort to more expensive or less efficient alternatives. It's the first criterion to consider when selecting a hydraulic pile driver.

    TURCHI 260F vs TURCHI 300F

    The TURCHI 260F offers working height up to 3.50 m, suitable for guardrail and standard pile length installations. The TURCHI 300F, with heights from 4.40 to 6.00 m (via extensions), is the choice for utility-scale solar where piles reach greater lengths.

    Want to pick the right model for your site? Talk to us.

    How to assess required height

    Consider pile length, required driving depth, and soil conditions. For the solar sector, piles typically require heights above 4 m. For the road sector, heights from 2.50 to 3.50 m are generally sufficient.

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    3.50 m.

    Yes, via extensions available from 4.40 to 6.00 m.

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    Machine type
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    Working height
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    Weight
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    Impact energy
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    System pressure
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    Frontal tilt
    +10° / -51°
    Lateral tilt
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    Machine type
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    Working height
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    Weight
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    Impact energy
    950 / 1.200 J
    System pressure
    170 bar
    Frontal tilt
    +10° / -51°
    Lateral tilt
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    Machine type
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    Working height
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    Weight
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    Impact energy
    720 / 830 / 950 J
    System pressure
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    Frontal tilt
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    Lateral tilt
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    Working height
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    Weight
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    Impact energy
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    System pressure
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    Frontal tilt
    +10° / -51°
    Lateral tilt
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