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Bobcat: R-Series
The new R-Series excavators from Bobcat Company feature a bold, distinct design, helping boost operator productivity and comfort, as well as machine uptime protection. New dual flange rollers have been added to provide up to 15 percent increase in over-the-side capacity for greater digging performance and slewing ability. Operators will also notice improved ride quality, high-quality finish and a redesigned... read more
JCB debuts variety of construction, landscaping equipment
In light of the upcoming spring season, JCB debuted a number of products to the press at its headquarters in Savannah, Ga., March 5. North America is the company’s third largest market, and JCB plans to take advantage of the region’s ever-growing opportunities. “JCB’s global sales were helped by a strong North American construction equipment market that grew by 13... read more
Terex debuts TC16 and TC29 compact excavators
Terex introduced its TC16 and TC29 compact excavators, which were designed to enhance jobsite productivity, efficiency and cost-effectiveness. According to the company, these machines can complete a wide range of jobs, including trenching, excavating, ground leveling, backfilling, grading, contouring and loading/unloading. These Tier 4 excavators are engineered with load independent flow distribution and can work with attachments such as hydraulic... read more
Bobcat intros Depth Check system for compact excavators
Bobcat introduced its Depth Check system option for its E32, E32i, E35, E35i, E42, E45, E50 and E55 compact excavators. This grade control system was designed to increase performance, profitability and productivity, says the company. It utilizes three sensors that are connected to the instrument panel inside the cab to track the precise location of the bucket teeth as the... read more
Web Extra: Top-selling nonroad diesel equipment
As part of the story “Tier 4: What you need to know,” published in the January 2015 issue of LM, here we shed light on the nonroad diesel equipment most heavily affected by the Tier 4 standards, according to the Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Transportation and Air Quality (EPA, OTAQ). Under the Tier 4 standards, EPA groups nonroad diesel equipment... read more
