Link-Belt Excavators debuted the new 80 X4 excavator at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2026, offering an early preview of the next model in the X4 Series.

The 80 X4 introduces updates focused on improving operating efficiency and overall machine versatility. Powered by a Yanmar engine, the machine incorporates enhanced auxiliary hydraulic performance designed to support a broader range of work tools and applications.

Beyond the updated engine and hydraulics, the 80 X4 features several key advancements:

• The 80 X4 is engineered to deliver better fuel economy for more cost-effective operation.

• A new work mode has been added specifically to support high-flow work tool applications.

• Operators will experience improved comfort as the machine adopts the signature X4 cab interior.

• For enhanced visibility and safety, WAVES (wide angle visual enhancement system) is now available as an option with a 230-degree birds-eye view.

• The 80 X4 comes equipped with cab and boom LED lights and a quick coupler-ready provision to save on installation time and cost.

"With the 80 X4, we continue to evolve the excavator lineup to meet the changing needs of our customers and their job sites," said Wyatt Skaggs, associate product manager of Link-Belt Excavators. "It strengthens our lineup with a machine designed to deliver reliable performance across a wide range of applications."

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