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Century Formula III/T

"Mid-Sized Towing Jobs? Here's the Formula for Success!"

Century's new Formula III/T underlift is bringing more power... more reach... and more versatility to mid-sized towing jobs.

Our Formula III/T lineup includes Models 712, 716 and 820... all poised to offer you new capabilities.

With a lift capacity of 10,000 pounds fully extended, a reach of 85 inches and a towing capacity of 50,000 pounds, this unit packs the strength to handle any size towing job.

Century Formula III/T

Standard Equipment

  • Tandem Hydraulic Pump
  • Winch Cable Assemblies
  • Dual Variable Speed Hydraulic Winches
  • 360° Directional Boom End Swivels
  • Dual Control Stations
  • Power Boom Elevation with Integral Holding Valve
  • Power Boom Extension
  • Slide Pad System
  • Lubrication Fittings on all Shafts and Other Moving Parts
  • 94" Wide Heavy Duty Body with Flat Floor
  • Four Rear Tieback Loops
  • Tunnel Tool Compartment (N/A on 84" CA)
  • Safety Chains in Rear Pockets
  • Federal Standard #108 Light Group
  • Mud Flaps
  • Rubber Fenderettes
  • Dual Winch Clutch Release
  • E-Z Service Hydraulic Filters
  • Spring Door Checks
  • Manual Rear Spades
  • Spade Pads
  • Cable Tensioners

Optional Features

  • Hydraulic Rear Spades
  • Additional Lifting Attachments
  • Air Operated Winch Clutch Releases
  • Air Shift PTO
  • Switch Panel
  • Medium Duty Truck Hitch
  • Light Pylons
  • Convenience Group
  • Rubber Covered Front Push Bumper
  • Tool Compartment Lights
  • Work Lights
  • Wrecker Special Lightbar
  • Snatch Blocks
  • Deck Mounted Gland Hands & 7-pin Connector

Wrecker Specifications

BOOM 712 716 820
Basic structural rating - Retracted 28,000 lb. 32,000 lb. 40,000 lb.
Basic structural rating - Extended 9,000 lb. 12,000 lb. 12,000 lb.
Reach past tailgate - Retracted 18 3/4" 18 3/4" 15 1/2"
Reach past tailgate - minimum elevation 95" 95" 87 1/2"
Reach past tailgate - maximum elevation 37 1/2" 37 1/2" 19"
Maximum working height - maximum elevation 17' 1/4" 17' 1/4" 16' 1/4"
Range of elevation 1° - 46° 1° - 46° 0° - 50°
WINCH 712 716 820
Capacity per winch 12,000 lb. 16,000 lb. 20,000 lb.
Cable Size 7/16" x 150' 1/2" x 150' 9/16" x 200'

Chassis Recommendations

Minimum GVWR: 26,500 lbs.

Minimum C.A. Dimension: 84"

Minimum Frame Length Behind Center of Rear Axle: 40"

Minimum frame height at rear axle: 36"

The 712 & 716 are available in 84" 108' and 132 C.A. and the 820 comes in 120" and 126" C.A.

All chassis specifications are minimums, heavier specifications may be required depending on chassis and equipment weights.

Underlift Features

With frame forks attached to the crossbar, the Century Formula III/T gives the towman greater lifting ability and versatility for higher capacity loads. The Formula III/T also has:

  • 3-Stage power extension boom
  • Independent hydraulic tilt for easy hookup
  • Optional remote control
  • 3 sets of frame forks
  • 6,000 lb. L-arms for passenger cars and light trucks

Underlift Specifications

Structural Rating

Extended: 10,000 lb.

Retracted: 12,000 lb.

Tow Capacity

  • 50,000 lb. with Lift Forks

Distance from Tail Board to Centerline of Fork

  • Extended: 85"
  • Retracted (Fork Holders Reversed): 26.5"

Tilt Angle

  • Above Horizontal (Full up): 10°
  • Below Horizontal (Full Down): 10°

Boom Height

  • Minimum: 4" below ground level
  • Extended with Full Tilt: 42" with Lift Forks
 
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