Thu December 05, 2013
988K Wheel Loader Features Efficient New Loader Linkage, Expanded Versatility
Introduction of the seventh-generation Cat 988 wheel loader, the 988K, marks a half-century that the 988 has been delivering reliable, profitable performance for worldwide customers. Designed as an optimum loading tool for Cat construction and mining trucks, the 988K features redesigned loader linkage, worldwide engine configurations, drive train modifications, redesigned cab and enhancements in safety and serviceability....
Thu December 05, 2013
Caterpillar Rolls Out M Series 980, 982M
The new 980M and 982M wheel loaders have U.S. EPA Tier IV Final ACERT engines equipped with a combination of proven electronic, fuel, air and aftertreatment components. Deep system integration results in reduced emissions, improved performance and improved fuel economy without interrupting machine performance making it seamless to operators, according to the manufacturer....
Thu December 05, 2013
Cat 836K Landfill Compactor Designed for Operator Comfort, Safety
The new 562 gross hp (419 kW) Cat 836K landfill compactor has more than 20 years of Caterpillar expertise in this demanding application already built in. Components with a history of reliability, ease of service, and an ergonomic environment that ensures the operator’s health, productivity and safety are all standard features, according to the manufacturer....
Thu December 05, 2013
Cat 725C/730C Articulated Truck Bare-Chassis Models Expand Customer Capability
The Cat 725C and 730C articulated truck bare-chassis models combine the durability, reliability and performance of Cat C Series articulated dump trucks with the capacity to mount specialty equipment, including application specific bodies (coal and trash, for example), water tanks and spray systems, fuel- and lube-service components, hook-lift systems, container-transport systems and flat-bed dump platforms....
Thu December 05, 2013
Cat MP318, MP324 Multi-Processors Handle Wide Range of Demolition Jobs
Caterpillar Work Tools is introducing a new generation of multi-processors for Cat hydraulic excavators. The Cat MP318 and MP324 multi-processors can handle virtually any demolition job simply by using the basic housing and a choice of up to six available jaw sets, according to the manufacturer....
Thu December 05, 2013
Caterpillar Introduces B-Series Production-Class Vibratory Soil Compactors
Caterpillar’s B-Series production-class vibratory soil compactors includes nine models. The range of vibratory soil compactors includes the smooth drum CS54B, CS56B, CS68B, CS74B and CS78B. Padfoot models include the CP54B, CP56B, CP68B and CP74B....
Thu December 05, 2013
Caterpillar Adds B-Series Utility Compactors to Paving Products Machine Family
The new Cat CB22B, CB24B, CB24B XT, CB32B, CB34B, CB34B XW, CC24B and CC34B feature key enhancements that will help contractors achieve compaction more efficiently than ever, according to the manufacturer....
Thu December 05, 2013
Cat 770G, 772G Off-Highway Trucks Have New Control Features
The Cat 770G and 772G off-highway trucks have been designed with major advancements in emissions control technology, transmission and traction control systems; frame, drive train, and cooling system enhancements; added operator amenities; and serviceability improvements....
Lori Lovely - Fri November 29, 2013
First Response Team, Cat Aid in Colorado Cleanup
When a slow-moving front collided with warm, humid monsoonal air from the Gulf over Colorado the week of Sept. 9, 2013, it resulted in heavy rain that re-fired on an almost daily basis from New Mexico to Colorado and southern Wyoming....
Wed November 20, 2013
Cat Unveils New Equipment, Tier IV Migration Strategy
Caterpillar announced the debut of several new equipment models and a brand new strategy for migrating used equipment from Tier IV standard to lesser regulated territories across the globe at a press event held at its Peoria, Ill., headquarters Nov....
