Agricultural Equipment Articles

Advance Tires Adds L4 Solid Skid Steer Tire →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Advance Tire Inc. recently added an L4 solid skid steer tire to its solid tire line. Known as the Contender, it has an improved solid tire design with 30 percent more wearable rubber than traditional directional solid tires, according to the manufacturer. By using a heavy block tread design, the tire is expected to provide longer wear on hard surfaces. Advance also made the tire directional and used a wider block separation to make sure the Contender provides traction on unimproved surfaces such as dirt yards. Click for more...

JCB Teleskid Boasts Ability to Dig Below Its Chassis →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The JCB teleskid is a new product that can reach 60 percent farther forward than any other skid steer on the market and — in an industry first — it is the only skid steer in the world that can dig below its chassis to a depth of 3 ft. (.9 m). In addition, this new machine can reach 8 percent higher than any other skid steer, according to the manufacturer. JCB Chief Innovation and Growth Officer Tim Burnhope said: “Through innovation this machine will surpass the expectations of our customers as the world's first skid steer and compact track loader with a telescopic boom. Click for more...

Large-Frame Skid Steers, CTLs Make Big Projects Seem Smaller →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Contractors, landscapers, farmers, rental professionals and other equipment owners who understand the value of compact equipment can now expect even more power, productivity and uptime on the job with the new John Deere large-frame G-Series skid steers (330G, 332G) and compact track loaders (331G, 333G). These machines were inspired by extensive feedback from John Deere customers looking for more productivity, better visibility and simplified service to remain competitive in their businesses. Click for more...

Tennessee Business Wins Vermeer CTX100 Mini Skid Steer Sweepstakes Contest →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The luck of the draw recently brought Vermeer yellow iron and bragging rights to doorstep of Vermeer CTX100 Mini Skid Steer Sweepstakes winner, Ross Heinen. The Operations Manager at Puryear Farms, Inc., a nursery and landscape business located in Gallatin, Tennessee, Heinen entered the contest at the 2016 Green Industry and Equipment Expo last October. “I was excited — it's always fun to get a new piece of equipment to use,” Heinen said of receiving the call from Vermeer notifying him of the contest win. Click for more...

Western Products Introduces New Oscillating Skid-Steer Mount For Snowplows →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Western Products, manufacturer of Western snow removal and ice control equipment, announces a new oscillating mount option for the Prodigy and Pro-Plus skid-steer snowplows. The mount, which attaches the snowplow to the skid-steer loader's universal plate, features six degrees of side-to-side oscillation. This new feature allows the plow to adjust to uneven terrain, providing better scraping and plowing performance. Click for more...

Gehl and Mustang to Introduce World's Largest Skid Steers and 3,200 Lbs. Vertical Lift Track Loaders at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2017 →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Gehl and Mustang introduced the world's largest skid steer loaders and 3,200 lbs. vertical lift track loaders at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2017 in Las Vegas, NV. The Gehl V420 and Mustang 4200V skid steer loaders increase the capacity and power of the previous model to 4,200 lbs. of operating capacity and 120 horsepower. The high-flow hydraulic option offers more than 40 gallons per minute, making these models massive tool carriers for heavy construction, landscaping and land clearing applications. Click for more...

5 Times Heavy Equipment is Needed for Home Maintenance →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Sometimes heavy equipment is exactly what is needed to complete a big home project efficiently and effectively. Click for more...

Wacker Neuson's New All-Wheel Steer Wheel Loader Designed for Productivity →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Wacker Neuson's newest all-wheel steer loader is the 8115L, offering the power and capacity for larger jobs, but has a compact design to access hard to reach areas. Wacker Neuson offers a broad selection of all-wheel steer (AWS) compact wheel loaders. The unique feature of the AWS wheel loader includes a rigid one-piece chassis that prevents shifts in the center of gravity even at full turn. This ensures enhanced stability, even when working on uneven ground and maintains a constant payload. Click for more...

Proven Cat 950 GC Wheel Loader Expands Choices For North American and European Customers →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Caterpillar announces availability of the Cat 950 GC wheel loader for sale in North America and Europe. The 950 GC delivers solid performance and ease of use with the reliability and durability Cat machines are known for. The loader offers exceptional value that provides customers an additional choice when determining the best machine for their business. The 950 GC is proven in less regulated countries and is now configured to meet Tier IV Final/EU Stage IV emissions regulations for use in North America and Europe. Click for more...

CASE Wichita Plant Produces 300,000th CASE Skid Steer/CTL →

From Construction Equipment Guide... CASE Construction Equipment announces that its manufacturing facility in Wichita, Kansas has produced its 300,000th CASE skid steer/compact track loader. The commemorative edition TR270 compact track loader rolled off the production line on March 13th, 2017 and will be shipped to Southeastern Equipment Co. in Brunswick, Ohio. Established in 1974, the 11+ acre Wichita facility houses both skid steer loader and compact track loader product manufacturing, as well as dedicated research and development. Click for more...

Volvo L260H: Two Full Buckets for One Full Truck →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The new L260H wheel loader from Volvo Construction Equipment is a true global two-pass loader that is purpose-built to take on the toughest jobs, ensuring optimum performance, profitability and a 10 percent fuel efficiency improvement. Introducing the L260H, the latest addition to Volvo Construction Equipment's H-Series range designed for heavy-duty applications. At 34-tonnes, the machine is purpose-built to load on-highway trucks in just two even passes. Click for more...

JCB Innovation Sees Launch of JCB Teleskid →

From Construction Equipment Guide... JCB previewed the world's first skid steer and compact track loader with a telescopic boom. The JCB Teleskid can reach 60 percent further forward than other skid steers and can dig below its chassis to a depth of approximately 1 meter. In addition, this new machine can reach 8 percent higher than other skid steers, according to the manufacturer. JCB Chief Innovation and Growth Officer Tim Burnhope said: “Through innovation this machine will surpass the expectations of our customers as the world's first skid steer and compact track loader with a telescopic boom. Click for more...

High Flow Loader Option Boosts JCB 3CX Compact Versatility →

From Construction Equipment Guide... JCB is to make a high-flow auxiliary hydraulic circuit available for the 3CX Compact backhoe loader — delivering up to 120 liters/min of flow to power a range of loader-mounted attachments. In addition JCB will launch additional features to enhance the machine including: Second step options for easy cab access Multi-function front loader control Powerslide option allows repositioning without ground damage Skid steer attachment hitch increases work tool availability Additional in cab storage Dipper mounted hydraulic pipework Attachment Driver The 3CX Compact will be available with a high-flow front-end auxiliary hydraulic circuit capable of delivering up to120 litres/min at an operating pressure of 200 bar. Click for more...

Hyundai Exhibits 22 Machines at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2017 Including New Wheel Loaders, Compact Excavator, Compaction Rollers →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The Hyundai Construction Equipment Americas exhibit at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2017 construction equipment expo includes a new wheel loader, a new compact excavator, two new compaction rollers and selected enhanced models. In all, the company is displaying 22 machines from its product lines, all available to U.S. and Canadian customers through Hyundai's North American dealer network. “Throughout the week at ConExpo-Con/AGG, we especially look forward to seeing our loyal and repeat customers – those who know Hyundai today and expect to find the same quality, technology and value tomorrow,” said Corey Rogers, marketing manager, Hyundai Construction Equipment Americas. Click for more...

John Deere and Designworks, a BMW Group Company, Collaborate on the Backhoe of the Future →

From Construction Equipment Guide... John Deere and Designworks, a BMW Group subsidiary, gave ConExpo-Con/AGG 2017 attendees a first-hand look into the backhoe vision of the future. The result of a unique research and design process introduced to John Deere by Designworks called “Fixstern.” The concept leverages emerging materials and technology innovations, such as a lightweight metal matrixed exoskeleton and a hybrid powertrain, to dramatically reconfigure the traditional backhoe machine form. Click for more...

John Deere Contest Will Give New Track Loader For Best Community Project Idea →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Through the contest, John Deere will collect community project ideas from the U.S. landscaping, agriculture and construction industries. Click for more...

CASE Introduces the DL450 – the Industry's First-Ever Fully Integrated Compact Dozer Loader →

From Construction Equipment Guide... CASE Construction Equipment introduces the DL450 compact dozer loader – AKA “Project Minotaur” – a first-of-its-kind fully integrated design that matches the best operating characteristics of a compact track loader (CTL) with a crawler dozer. A launch/production date for the machine has not been confirmed, but ConExpo-Con/AGG 2017 represents a new and advanced phase in product development with extensive voice of customer work being conducted at the show and with top contractors. Click for more...

Case Launches All-New G Series Wheel Loaders →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Case Construction Equipment introduces the all-new G Series wheel loaders, spanning seven new models scaled for work ranging from supply yards, building construction and agriculture up to quarries and mass excavation. The new introduction brings the entire product line to Tier IV Final compliance featuring selective catalytic reduction (SCR) engine technology that increases fuel efficiency, keeps exhaust temperatures down and eliminates regeneration or lifetime diesel particulate filter (DPF) costs/maintenance. Click for more...

SANY's New Backhoe Loader at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2017 →

From Construction Equipment Guide... SANY unveiled a brand new machine for the North American market at ConExpo 2017. The new BL70C is the first backhoe loader ever offered by SANY America. The SANY BL70C Tier 4F backhoe loader is precision engineered to maximize performance, fuel economy and machine uptime to provide the best value for the end user. This machine is easy to transport and powerful enough for any application. Kevin Grover at SANY America said, “The SANY BL70C Backhoe has the power and versatility to be the ideal machine for a general contractor that needs to be able to handle a different job every day.” The SANY backhoe loader utilizes Deutz, ZF and Rexroth components for all major systems. Click for more...

Wacker Neuson Expands Skid Steer and Compact Track Loader Offering →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Wacker Neuson is introducing a new line of medium frame skid steer and compact track loaders that are the ideal fit for a variety of applications. Click for more...

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