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Construction Equipment
Backhoe is Cat’s first Smart Attachment for new D3 Series skid steers, CTLs
On its new D3 Series of skid steers and compact track loaders, Caterpillar is launching its Smart Attachment platform. Cat says the new Smart Attachments are an industry first, and with advanced machine technology, the new D3 Series skid steers and CTLs automatically recognize these smart work tools and tailor machine controls and operator information […]
November 8, 2019
Construction Equipment
Backhoe bounce-back? OEMs declare rebound underway with improved features, value, versatility
Backhoes are on a rebound, manufacturers say. They declare that the reduction in model counts and sales figures is over, and the loss of market share to compact excavators and other upstarts is history. Backhoes are not just making a comeback, they say. They’re bringing improved features, value and versatility. It would seem backhoes […]
September 13, 2019
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Construction Equipment
Backhoe takes a dip after shoddy bridge gives way
Watch this video featuring a backhoe falling from a bridge into the water. The driver was luck to make it out. Click to watch what happened.
April 18, 2019
Construction Equipment
It’s not a compact track loader, it’s JCB’s 1CXT backhoe
Don’t confuse the JCB 1CXT with a compact track loader, says Diego Butzke, JCB’s product manager of backhoe loaders and dumpers. Unlike a CTL or a skid steer, the engine is in the front of the machine. “It is a full backhoe that benefits from the driveability of tracks,” he explains. “This is a construction […]
March 13, 2019
Construction Equipment
Guy starting up this 60-year-old JCB backhoe is a moment of pure zen
Not one word is spoken in the 5 minutes and 38 seconds video. Just the sound of birds tweeting, metal creaking and, eventually, the roar of a very old engine.
February 21, 2019
Construction Equipment
New design brings more balance, better load control to Cat’s powerful 440, 450 backhoes
A new design is offering better balance and load control for Caterpillar 440 and 450 backhoes. Check out the improved features right here on Equipment World.
January 22, 2019
Construction Equipment
Cat’s all-new 440, updated 450 backhoes bring seat-mounted controls, performance advancements
Caterpillar has introduced a new model to its backhoe loader lineup. Check out the details and get more heavy equipment information here on Equipment World.
December 17, 2018
Construction Equipment
Case updates N Series backhoes with new PowerBoost function, host of other upgrades
Case Construction Equipment has launched a major update for its N Series backhoe loader lineup that brings several meaningful upgrades to these machines. Leading off this 2019 model year update is a feature Case says is an industry exclusive. It’s called PowerBoost and allows the operator to get a “momentary boost of increased hydraulic power” […]
November 14, 2018
Construction Equipment
Kioti launches new DK10SE, CK10SE tractors with loader options alongside K9 UTV
By Beth Hyatt Kioti Tractor had several big announcements at the recent GIE+EXPO trade show, including new tractors, a new UTV and a $13 million expansion of its North American headquarters in Wendell, North Carolina. The company estimates the project will be completed late in 2019, and the expansion will double the size of existing […]
November 13, 2018
Construction Equipment
Deere updates 310L EP backhoe, 210L/EP tractor loaders with performance boosts, new engines
John Deere announces it has made performance upgrades and updates to some of its heavy equipment machinery. Get more details right here on Equipment World.
September 7, 2018
Trucks
With 1,000 HMEE high-speed backhoes in service, JCB, U.S. Army officials detail its history, discuss coming remote control capability
JCB's North American headquarters celebrates production of 1,000th High-Mobility Engineer Excavator with the Army and Georgia state officials. Learn more.
September 3, 2018
Construction Equipment
In a sea of specialty equipment, the backhoe is holding its own as a do-it-all machine
With so much speciality equipment on the market, understand the benefits of backhoe loaders and why they're now being seen as a "do-it-all machine."
June 4, 2018
Construction Equipment
This genius loader attachment can fill thousands of sand bags a day
The SandMaster attachment from Barrier Systems allows you to fill multiple sandbags in just a few seconds! Check out the video and see for yourself.
May 23, 2018
Construction Equipment
JCB ceases backhoe production at Ga. facility to make room for telehandlers; will build dedicated parts warehouse and distribution center in Miami
Less than four years after the first JCB 3CX backhoe rolled off the assembly line at the British equipment maker’s Savannah, Georgia-based North American headquarters, the company has announced that it has ceased backhoe production at the plant in order to make room for production of the 505-20TC compact telehandler. JCB says installation of the […]
May 10, 2018
Construction Equipment
Case updates N Series backhoes with several improvements including drivetrain, hydraulics, electrical
Case CE says it has updated its entire five machine lineup of N Series backhoes with several updates, including making standard a few features that used to be optional. Case N Series machines now feature a new Pilot Control hydraulic system. Case says this new hydraulic system provides an operator with more control and precision […]
December 15, 2017
Construction Equipment
Crane flips while lowering backhoe into pit
The operator in the video below is lucky to be unharmed after his machine flips completely over while lowering a backhoe into a pit. As the machine begins to leave the ground you can actually see him notice that his wheels are airborne before deciding to bail. Even after he escapes, it appears that he […]
October 19, 2017
Construction Equipment
John Deere updates L-Series backhoes with improved controls, new rear coupler
John Deere has refreshed its two-year-old L-Series lineup of backhoe loaders with updates the company says make operation of the machines simpler and more productive. Brian Hennings, Deere’s product marketing manager for backhoes, says the L-Series machines are particularly popular among utility contractors in the Americas, adding that the company worked with fleet managers, owners […]
July 12, 2017
Roadbuilding
APWA to hold first National Equipment Roadeo at 2017 PWX
The American Public Works Association (APWA) is planning to hold its first National Equipment Roadeo Aug. 29 during the 2017 Public Works Expo (PWX) in Orlando. The competition will feature two backhoe operation events per participant, including a Tennis Ball Challenge and a Pipe Lift Pin Challenge. Tennis Ball Challenge The objective for this event […]
May 19, 2017
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