New Komatsu backhoe loader introduced

THE new Komatsu WB97S-8 backhoe loader has been unveiled. The machine is the first follow‐up model in the manufacturer's new range of backhoe loaders, and...

Case webcast to highlight new features for landscape contractors

CASE Construction Equipment is to host an online webcast on October 28 to highlight skid steer and compact track loader optimisation for landscaping operations. The webcast will...

CASE unveils new wheeled excavator range

CASE has confirmed the launch of a four-model E-Series wheeled excavator range. The machines will be built under an existing supply agreement with Hyundai Construction...
Backhoe loaders for military

JCB secures $45 million deal to supply machines to US military

JCB has secured a $45 million contract to supply 4CX backhoe loaders to the United States armed forces. The order placed by the U.S. Marine...

Mecalac’s electric ambitions go with a swing

MECALAC is adding to its electric equipment offering with the launch of its new eS1000 swing loader. The manufacturer has developed a range of 100%...

Bobcat reveals upgrades to compact wheel loader portfolio

BOBCAT has confirmed it has upgraded its compact wheel loader offering. In 2021, the manufacturer launched its first compact wheel loader - the L85. In...

New Cat loaders aim to simplify machine operation

CATERPILLAR has announced that its next generation of 926, 930 and 938 wheel loaders boast a range of features designed to boost productivity by...
JCB High Mobility Engineer Excavators (HMEEs) pictured on duty in Afghanistan producing a protective wall

JCB lands $50 million U.S. Army deal

JCB has won a $50 million contract to supply high-speed backhoe loaders to the United States Army. The High Mobility Engineer Excavators (HMEEs) will be...
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Komatsu Europe launches WA700-8 wheel loader

KOMATSU has announced the launch of the all-new WA700-8 wheel loader, revealing the model has been designed to deliver 'unparalleled levels of safety, increased...

Arctic Circle challenge is snow bother for G-Series loaders

CASE wheel loaders have been called into action to battle snow on roads in the Arctic Circle. In the counties of Finnmark and Troms, the...
JCB limited edition machines

JCB unveils limited edition machines to celebrate landmark birthday

JCB is producing 80 limited edition machines to celebrate the firm's 80th anniversary this week. The 'striking' machines will comprise two of the manufacturer's most...
A new A40G articulated hauler and EC500 crawler excavator, part of Stevens Equipment Rental’s latest 38-unit Volvo fleet expansion.

Stevens Equipment Rental adds 38 new Volvos in major fleet investment

STEVENS Equipment Rental (SER) has marked its 50th anniversary with the addition of 38 high-spec Volvo machines. The new models will be delivered to the...

CVT design offers fuel-saving opportunities on new Doosan loader

AS part of Doosan's DL-7 series, the manufacturer has unveiled the new DL420CVT-7 Stage V-compliant wheel loader equipped with a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). Boasting...

Caterpillar launch new enhanced wheel loaders

THE new Cat® 950M and 962M wheel loaders—using Cat C7.1 ACERT™ engines that meet Stage IV emission standards—feature more power than their K-Series predecessors and...
MECALAC Revo990

Mecalac unveils backhoe loader with rotating cab

THE Mecalac Group is set to unveil its 'groundbreaking' Revo990 backhoe loader, described as the world's first backhoe equipped with a rotating cab. The rotating cab...
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A history of the backhoe

1948 – Major Loader introduced, the first European hydraulic loader 1951 – Smaller Master Loader joins the line. At £75, JCB sold 2,000 1953...

New buckets launched for Doosan wheel loaders

DOOSAN has unveiled a new range of general purpose performance buckets for the manufacturer's wheel loader range. The buckets are said to represent the first...

New loader’s compact dimensions boost tight site work

YANMAR Construction Equipment Europe (CEE) has announced the launch of its V65 wheel loader, which is said to have been designed to "excel" in...

Doosan extends demolition excavator portfolio

DOOSAN has introduced the new DX245DM-7 high reach demolition excavator. The 31-tonne machine replaces the previous DX235DM-5 model. Powered by the Doosan DL06P Stage V...

All-electric compact track loader unveiled at technology event

DOOSAN Bobcat has introduced what it describes as the world's first all-electric compact track loader. The Bobcat T7X was on display at CES 2022 -...

Bobcat celebrates one millionth compact loader

CELEBRATIONS to mark production of Bobcat's one millionth compact loader are underway. For the company that created the compact plant industry in 1958 with the...

Hodge Plant’s new northern sales manager makes “flying start”

GRAHAM Stuart has been appointed northern Scotland sales manager for Hodge Plant, operating out of the firm's site in Nairn. Graham, who has worked in machinery...

JCB does 24 machine deal with Diggerland

A fleet of 24 JCB skid steers will be entertaining thousands of children for years to come after being purchased for use as attractions...

Doosan in seventh heaven with new loader range

DOOSAN has introduced the manufacturer's new DL-7 wheel loader range. Powerful by Stage V-compliant engines, seven models are being launched in the first phase: the DL280-7,...

£4 million JCB deal continues 25-year tradition

Lafarge Tarmac has bought 60 new JCB 2CX Streetmaster backhoe loaders in a deal worth £4 million. The order marks a 25-year partnership between Lafarge...

Cat launches next generation compact track loaders

CATERPILLAR has announced that the next generation Cat 255 and 265 compact track loaders are a 'ground-up redesign' of the previous D3 series, improving...
New Komatsu loaders for bauma

Komatsu to showcase new skid steer and compact track loaders

KOMATSU will launch a new four-tonne skid steer loader and a new five-tonne compact track loader at bauma 2025. The prototypes join the manufacturer's 'dash...
Bobcat T650 compact track loader

Bobcat to give UK debut to new compact track loader

BOBCAT has revealed that the first showing of the new T650 compact track loader in the UK will take place at Hillhead 2026. The Stage...

Joystick steering trialled at recycling depot

FINNING UK & Ireland and Veolia, a provider of water, waste and energy management, are trialling two Cat 950M wheel loaders with joystick steering at...

Bobcat debuts Super Compact telehandler and company’s ‘most powerful’ compact loaders

BOBCAT has added to its next generation R-Series range with the launch of the new Super Compact TL25.60 telehandler and S86 and T86 compact loaders. As the...