Agricultural Equipment Articles

Leading SDLG Dealer Expands Midwestern Footprint →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Alta Equipment Company (Alta) will now offer SDLG wheel loaders, parts and service to customers in central and northern Illinois. The Livonia, Michigan-based dealer is actively operating out of two Illinois locations and has plans to open more branches in the near future. Alta's growth reflects the company's established track record of meeting and exceeding its customers' needs. According to Nick Tullo, sales manager of SDLG North America, that track record is why SDLG chose to partner with Alta more than two years ago. Click for more...

ASV Offers RS-75, VS-75 Skid Steers →

From Construction Equipment Guide... ASV Holdings Inc. offers the large-frame, radial-lift RS-75 and vertical-lift VS-75 skid-steer loaders. The machines feature highly efficient hydraulics and cooling systems, as well as best-in-class high ground clearance, departure angle and serviceability. The skid steers are ideal for a wide range of applications, including rental, construction, landscape, snow removal and forestry, according to the manufacturer. Click for more...

Volvo Debuts Updated L90H Wheel Loader at World of Asphalt 2018 →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Volvo Construction Equipment unveiled its latest innovation in mid-sized wheel loaders with the debut of the updated L90H wheel loader at World of Asphalt 2018. The H-Series 2.0 machine offers improved fuel efficiency, productivity, serviceability and ease of use over its predecessor and competitive products. "The L90H wheel loader features updates to its transmission and torque converter that shorten cycle times and provide up to 20 percent greater fuel efficiency. Click for more...

LiuGong Features 856H at 2018 World of Asphalt →

From Construction Equipment Guide... World of Asphalt 2018 attendees will get a closeup look at the new mid-sized LiuGong 856H wheel loader designed specifically for the North American market. The LiuGong 856H offers owners industry-leading productivity, fuel efficiency, operator comfort and safety, according to the manufacturer. Powered by a 225 hp, EPA Tier IV Final Cummins engine for maximum power with low fuel consumption, the LiuGong 856H ensures high productivity through advanced technologies including a powershift transmission and advanced load-sensing hydraulic system. Click for more...

5 Maintenance Tips to Extend Farming Equipment Life →

A lot of people fail to realize the importance of paying close attention to the maintenance of farming equipment, which can do more harm than good in the long run, considering how failing farming equipment affects productivity and the quality of yields obtained. If that is not enough, farming equipment will break down more often, which can cost a fortune in the form of repairs and/or replacements. Furthermore, safety becomes a huge concern if things are allowed to remain as they are. Click for more...

Liebherr USA, Co. Sponsors First Live DEMOlition Event, Showcases Machines at Demolition Austin 2018 →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Liebherr USA, Co. Construction Equipment division has announced that it will serve as the official sponsor of National Demolition Association's first Live DEMOlition event at the Demolition Austin 2018 trade show. The Construction Equipment division will showcase three machines: an R 936 Demolition Excavator, an LH 30 M Material Handler and an L 550 XPower Tier 4 Final Wheel Loader. Demolition Austin 2018 will take place Feb. Click for more...

Manitou Launches NewAg MLT Telehandlers →

A new wave is hitting the North American agricultural market with the introduction of Manitou's NewAg telescopic loaders. The new line unveils essential innovations in comfort, performance and efficiency for the agricultural industry, according to the manufacturer. Three new MLT (Manitou loading telescopic handlers) NewAg models will be launched in North America in 2018 — the Manitou MLT 630, MLT 733 and MLT 737. Click for more...

New, Gas-Powered Kubota RTV-XG850 Sidekick Makes Official Debut at National Farm Machinery Show →

From the National Farm Machinery Show, Kubota Tractor Corporation publicly unveiled the all-new Kubota RTV-XG850 Sidekick. The introduction of Kubota's new Sidekick has been highly anticipated by dealers and customers alike as it is Kubota's fastest utility vehicle yet, with a powerful 48 horsepower gasoline engine, delivering speeds of up to 40 mph, compared to the top speed of 29 mph for its RTV-X models. Click for more...

LiuGong 385 Skid Steer Loader →

From Construction Equipment Guide... With an operating weight of 8,250 lbs. (3,742 kg) and 0.66 cu. yd. (.5 cu m) bucket capacity, the LiuGong 385B skid steer loader has a mechanical quick coupler compatible with a wide range of attachments that makes switching implements fast and easy. Ergonomically located controls reduce operator fatigue in the comfortable, operator-friendly cab with easy-to-read electronic displays. Safety is enhanced by ROPS/FOPS protection and high-intensity LED light clusters front and back for maximum worksite visibility. Click for more...

Virnig's V50 Root Rake Grapple Proves Versatile Attachment Across Industries →

Virnig's V50 root rake grapple skid steer attachment is a two-cylinder, single jaw grapple designed for digging, raking, piling and loading debris. The jaw opens more than 40 in. (101.6 cm) and allows the user to back-drag or rake debris; the jaw and rake tines are made from 3/8 in. (.9 cm) Grade 80 steel (80,000 PSI yield strength). No front comb at the tine tips means users can easily drive the bottom of the grapple deep into piles of branches, logs, and debris. Click for more...

Liebherr L538 Wheel Loader →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Liebherr's L 538 Tier IV Final wheel loader belongs to the new generation of mid-size loaders that remain true to their reputation as powerful and reliable all-rounders. These size loaders are highly versatile machines suitable for a multitude of applications and can be used in a traditional capacity, for earthmoving or material handling of all types of construction material through the use of different attachments, according to the manufacturer. Click for more...

Hyundai Introduces Quick Coupler for HL900 Series Wheel Loaders →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Hyundai Construction Equipment Americas Inc. introduced a newly redesigned quick coupler as an available option on the Z-bar models of its HL900 series wheel loaders. The company displayed the new quick coupler on the HL955 wheel loader in its exhibit (booth C7213) at the World of Concrete exposition at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The ISO 23727 standard-compliant Hyundai quick coupler accommodates multiple attachment types common to agricultural, industrial and construction applications. Click for more...

Hyundai Construction Equipment Americas Adds All-Around View Monitoring to HL900 Wheel Loaders →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Hyundai Construction Equipment Americas announced the availability of the Hyundai-exclusive AAVM (all-around view monitoring) system on new factory orders of Hyundai HL900 series wheel loaders, which are available throughout the United States and Canada. The new system was shown publicly for the first time at the 2018 World of Concrete Show in Las Vegas on a Hyundai HL955 wheel loader. AAVM has been available as an option on Hyundai HX series excavators since Oct. Click for more...

Hyundai Intros New Products, Partnerships, Safety Edge at World of Concrete →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The Hyundai Construction Equipment Americas booth at World of Concrete showcased new products, new partnerships and what the company calls "the Hyundai Safety Edge." Visitors to the exhibit (booth C7213) saw the Hyundai-exclusive all-around view monitoring system featured for the first time on one of its HL900 series wheel loaders, as well as a newly redesigned Hyundai quick coupler for its Z-bar wheel loaders. Click for more...

John Deere 344L Compact Wheel Loader with Articulation Plus Helps Operators Lift More, Move Faster →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Combining speed, precision and exceptional lift capacity, the new John Deere 344L compact wheel loader provides peak productivity for ag material handling, landscaping, snow removal and construction customers year-round. Industry-exclusive features on the 344L help operators move faster and remain comfortable on the job site while increasing machine uptime, according to the manufacturer. "We designed the new 344L to help operators get more done in the field faster than they have before," said Drew Miller, product marketing manager, compact wheel loaders, John Deere Construction & Forestry. Click for more...

John Deere Launches Second Annual Community Enhancement Contest →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Building upon the success of last year's contest, John Deere launched its second “Small Machines. Big Impact.” contest. The contest encourages construction contractors, landscapers, farmers and rental industry professionals across the country to share how they would make a positive difference in their communities if they were to win a new John Deere G-Series machine. The entrant with the most impactful project idea will win his/her choice of a new John Deere G-Series skid steer or compact track loader (CTL) and one Worksite Pro attachment. Click for more...

John Deere Completes G-Series Skid Steers, Compact Track Loaders Lineup with Addition of Mid-Frame Models →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Designed for construction, agricultural, rental, landscape and governmental customers seeking superior performance and versatility from their machines, the new John Deere G-Series mid-frame skid steers and compact track loader (CTL) offer a powerful tool for jobs of any scale. Developed from customer feedback, the 320G and 324G skid steers, and the 325G compact track loader offer low daily operating costs, peak productivity and maximum uptime. Click for more...

Mustang Introduces 4200V Skid Steer →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Mustang's 4200V skid steer features a Tier IV certified Deutz 120 hp engine and 4,200 lbs. (1,905 kg) of rated operating capacity. This is an increase of 21.7 hp and 200 lbs. in operating capacity over the 4000V, Mustang's previous model in this size range. For added performance for large jobs, the 4200V offers 354 ft.-lbs. of torque. With an operating weight of 11,665 lbs. (5,291 kg) the 4200V is the largest skid steer loader that is offered in the market today, according to the manufacturer. Click for more...

Case Announces Michelin X Tweel SSL Airless Radial Tires as Factory Option on All Skid Steer Loader Models →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Case Construction Equipment announced the availability of Michelin X Tweel SSL all-terrain airless radial tires as a factory-approved/supplied option on all skid steer loader models. Airless radial tires perform just like a pneumatic tire, but without the risk and costly downtime associated with penetrations and impact damage. Case is the first skid steer loader OEM to offer the Michelin X Tweel SSL from the factory, according to the manufacturer. Click for more...

Oak Island Treasure Hunters Turn to Caterpillar for Digging Needs →

Oak Island is a dream for buried-treasure hunters, tantalizing them with links to 14th-century explorers, 17th-century gold coins and mysterious coded messages. Click for more...

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