VT652 sweeper operates at the lowest cost with a large 190 litre auxiliary fuel tank giving increased on-station time. In addition, maintenance costs are significantly reduced on the Johnston gearbox and fluid coupling, as no belts or high wearing components are required. The Johnston VT652 provides the lowest emissions and running costs, however both VT and VS models operate at low fuel consumption with both the chassis and auxiliary engines using a total of 5.05l/hr at low rpms. Suction sweeping requires fewer components, resulting in less wear and tear which in turn reduces maintenance costs.

Designed to last in the toughest environments, the VT652  hopper is manufactured from 4mm thick 1.4003 Cromweld stainless steel, shot blasted with aluminium oxide prior to the application of a strontium bases primer followed by a hard wearing top coat. In addition, all grey parts such as the sweepgear, powerpack and subframe are shot blasted and electro-magnetically powder painted in a durable two part epoxy paint finish. This ensures the sweeper continues to look as good as it performs, retaining a high residual value or longer in-service life.

The VT652 is designed to fit a wide range of chassis models to suit specific operational requirements, confident that the Johnston VT652 sweeper will provide the power and performance to complete the task. In-cab controls are ergonomically positioned to provide safe and easy operation whilst sweeping. The CANbus system monitors sweeper performance and provides daily checks. The display incorporates as standard an audible and visual raised hopper warning, fuel gauge, engine hour metre, tachometer and a water level gauge. In addition data can be downloaded via a USB stick, showing a range of information from fuel consumption to average sweeping times. Throttle control of the auxiliary engine is infinitely variable ensuring optimum operational and fuel efficiency with no performance compromised. With a 1500 rev Eco-mode built into the VT652, fuel conservation and noise levels are enhanced. A full CANbus integrated door mounted control pad allows the operator to safely adjust all the sweep options.

The new VT652 is now equipped with a radio controlled remote pendant allowing the operator to walk completely around the sweeper without having wires to contend with. The operator can adjust the wide sweep brush easily and can check the surroundings before opening the hopper or tipping.

Can also be adjusted using the pendant control to extend brush life. As standard, all Johnston V Range sweepers are fitted with a body prop, which automatically engages when the hopper is raised, and has a choice of four tipping heights. The auxiliary engine and hydrostatic drive pump is accessed via a wide lightweight service ladder giving three-point of contact, which can be folded away when not in use. All critical controls including valves, solenoids and auxiliary equipment for pneumatic, hydraulic and water systems are contained in a purpose built locker on the right hand side of the vehicle. Additionally, the VT652 is also fitted with waterproof IP67 automotive electrical connectors for enhanced reliability. VT652 models have equipment storage lockers on both sides of the hopper for storage of hydrant or Wanderhose extension tubes. The ease of access to this equipment facilitates diagnostic checks and maintenance.

Water purging system so that when freezing weather conditions are anticipated, water is easily and conveniently drained from the sweeper by a simple in-cab switch. Water jets in the nozzle boxes are self-cleaning which extends the life of the components.

The VT652 provides the ideal balance between performance, environmental impact and low cost of ownership, with applications to suit a full range of sweeping environments, benefits that make the Johnston VT652 the sweeper of choice worldwide. Two drive options (VT and VS) provide outstanding vacuum performance. For the VT Range, JCB auxiliary engines combined with the Johnston mechanical step-up gear box and fluid coupling, or the Johnston hydrostatic gear box drive for the VS model, provide the best efficiency ratios in the industry.

For increased productivity, an optional water recirculation system can be installed on the V652 and V802, which can double on-station time before water refilling with the added advantage of reducing dust emissions.