Anyone who has looked at the new generation of wheel loaders for the construction market has probably taken note of the futuristic designs. No more "square edges", these loaders feature short, rounded ...

Even the most skilled operator can shorten a wheel loader's life and reduce its productivity by misusing certain functions or by operating the machine in a way that accelerates component wear. The ...

George MacIntyre details why flexibility, battery power, and pilot controls are shaping the next generation of Case backhoe ...

The wind-driven snow nearly flew sideways on a frigid 19-degree morning as Construction Equipment editors gathered at the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 150 in Wilmington, Illinois, ...

Designed to lower fuel costs and increase operating efficiency, the recently updated Cat 992K Wheel Loader features Caterpillar’s Economy Mode operation. With the new On-Demand Throttle arrangement, ...

Introduction of the seventh-generation Cat ® 988 Wheel Loader, the new 988K, marks the 50 th anniversary of the 988 delivering reliable, profitable performance for worldwide customers. Designed as an ...

Volvo CE’s new wheel loaders feature advanced load-sensing hydraulics to boost attachment responsiveness and reduce cycle times. Auto Bucket Fill technology ensures faster, consistent bucket filling, ...

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LiuGong offers solutions to optimise mine site performance and ensure faster extraction times, from civil construction to quarries.

Yanmar Compact Equipment North America, based in Grand Rapids, Minnesota, has launched a new 47.6-horsepower V7 compact wheel loader that the company says features premium capabilities and speed. The ...