Fri July 26, 2013
Case Expands Compact Excavator Line With CX55B
Case Construction Equipment expanded its compact excavator product line into a new class segment with the introduction of the Case CX55B minimum tail swing model. The new compact excavator provides enhanced lift capacity, digging force and operator comfort, according to the manufacturer....
Tue July 23, 2013
Bobcat E63 Compact Excavator Offers More Power, Performance, Operator Conveniences
The launch of the new E63 compact tail swing excavator strengthens the M-Series lineup with improvements in joystick controls, lift capacity, arm and bucket forces, and drive performance. Replacing the E60, the E63 becomes the second-largest machine in the company’s compact excavator family....
Fri July 19, 2013
Montabert Micro CPA Drilling Attachment Fits Compact Carriers
Designed for use on compact excavators, backhoe loaders and skid steer loaders in the 5.5 to 11 ton (5 to 10 t) weight range, the new Micro CPA drilling attachment by Montabert enables contractors to more efficiently complete a variety of underground utility-related tasks in rough and long-reach applications....
Wed July 17, 2013
Bobcat E85 Compact Excavator Offers More Productivity, Operator Conveniences
Bobcat Company has expanded its M-Series excavator lineup with the launch of the E85 minimal tail swing machine, the largest machine in the company’s compact excavator family. The 8.5-ton (7.7 t) E85 provides increased arm and bucket forces, fuel efficiency and cycle times....
Fri June 07, 2013
Kobelco Mini-Excavators Deliver Power, Performance for Wide-Range of Applications
Kobelco Construction Machinery USA currently offers four mini-excavators in the 3,000 to 12,000 lb. (1,361 to 5,443 kg) classes. These compact, yet powerful machines provide operators with maximum productivity and maneuverability in even the tightest of spaces, according to the manufacturer....
Jessica Simpson - Mon April 22, 2013
Compact Machines Pack Punch for Brawdy Construction
Light-weight, small and compact aren’t the most common descriptors of construction equipment. Contractors and engineers typically look for hefty, versatile machines that can withstand long hours of use and heavy payloads....
Tue April 09, 2013
Mustang Introduces the 2500RT Track Loader
Mustang’s 2500RT track loader has an operating capacity of 2,500 lbs. (at 35 percent tipping capacity) and a Tier IV engine. The 2500RT track loader is equipped with a 74.3 hp (55.4 kW) Tier IV emissions compliant Deutz turbo-diesel engine....
Tue April 09, 2013
Gehl Introduces the RT250 Compact Track Loader
Gehl’s RT250 compact track loader has an operating capacity of 2,500 lbs. (1,134 kg) (at 35 percent tipping capacity) and a Tier IV engine. The RT250 compact track loader is equipped with a 74.3 hp (55.4 kW) Tier IV emissions compliant Deutz turbo-diesel engine....
Thu March 28, 2013
Caterpillar Expands Its Mini Excavator Range
Caterpillar has added three models with operating weights of 2,061 lbs., 3,340 lbs. and 5,886 lbs. The 300.9D weighs in at just 2,061 lbs., making it the smallest machine in the Cat range. With an overall width of just 28.7 in., this machine is capable of driving through a standard doorway, providing easy access to the most confined job sites....
Mon March 25, 2013
Hitachi Introduces Three New Zaxis Dash 5 Compact Excavators
The ZX35U-5, ZX50U-5 and ZX60USB-5 are the newest compact excavators to join the Zaxis Dash 5 lineup by Hitachi. The compact excavators deliver the same reliability, performance and operator comfort as the preceding Dash-3 series, with numerous customer-driven enhancements....
