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Compact Track Loaders

Compact Track Loaders
Construction’s Most Popular Machine: Compact Track Loader Buyer’s Guide 2026
In the past year, most major OEMs have released new CTLs for a share of the growing market for the ultra-versatile tool carrier.
July 8, 2026
In 1988, ASV built its first CTL, the Ag-Track prototype, helping to usher in what has become the most popular category of construction equipment. The industry will soon be saying good-bye to the CTL brand credited with the first commercial compact track loader. Acquired by Yanmar, ASV’s new owner is keeping the ASV-branded Posi-Track for its CTLs but transitioning to a completely Yanmar-branded lineup for North America.
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Top-Selling Compact Track Loaders, Used Values & Auction Winners for 2025 – 2026
From the most financed machines to the highest-priced auction sales, here's what the latest data reveal about the U.S. compact track loader market.
June 18, 2026
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Under New Owner, SDLG Unveils Its First Skid Steer and CTL for U.S.
Sold by Volvo in 2025 after 19 years, SDLG branches out to new U.S. markets with debut SR800H skid steer and TV1100H compact track loader.
June 5, 2026
SDLG's first skid steer, the SR800H, and first compact track loader, the TV1100H, for the North American market make their debut at ConExpo 2026.
Compact Track Loaders
Sunward Expands in U.S. with Its Largest Compact Track Loader, the SWTL5238
The Chinese manufacturer's second CTL for the U.S. weighs 11,850 pounds and runs on a 114-horsepower Kubota engine.
April 27, 2026
Sunward's SWTL5238 will be its second, largest CTL in the U.S. market.
Compact Track Loaders
Wacker Neuson Brings 3 New Compact Wheel Loaders to North America
The articulating WL750, WL950 and WL1150 range from 8,157 to 13,448 pounds and 56 to 74 horsepower.
April 22, 2026
The WL1150, Wacker Neuson's largest compact wheel loader headed for the U.S. market.
Compact Track Loaders
Develon Gives Glimpse of Its 2 New Compact Track Loaders — No DEF Required
The DTL26 and DTL30 will get a 71.4-horsepower Develon engine that does not require diesel exhaust fluid.
April 21, 2026
Develon's new DTL30 compact track loader
Compact Track Loaders
Yanmar’s 2 New CTLs Get ASV Posi-Track as ASV Loaders to be Phased Out in U.S.
The transition from ASV CTLs to unified Yanmar brand begins this fall in North America only, starting with the new TL25RP and TL50RP.
April 16, 2026
The new Yanmar TL50RP with ASV Posi-Track was unveiled at ConExpo 2026. Yanmar and ASV compact track loaders are being combined into one under the Yanmar brand and color with ASV's signature Posi-Track undercarriage. ASV-branded CTLs in North America will be phased out starting this fall as part of the 'One Yanmar' strategy.
Compact Track Loaders
Hyundai Gives Sneak Peek of New "Tool Carrier" Compact Track Loader, the HT30
The 72-horsepower model is designed to do more than wield a bucket, with its ability to handle a variety of high-power attachments.
April 9, 2026
Hyundai's new HT30 compact track loader will hit the market later this year.
Components
OTR Launches Turf-Protecting TrackBoss E5 Rubber Track for Compact Loaders
The tread features a multi-bar pattern that the company says combines a smooth ride with higher traction.
April 1, 2026
OTR's new TrackBoss E5 rubber track for compact track loaders
Compact equipment attachments
Blue Diamond Debuts Heavy Duty Open Front Brush Cutter for Skid Steers, CTLs
At 72 inches wide, the brush cutter can hack through grass, heavy brush and trees up to 4 inches in diameter with standard-flow hydraulics.
March 31, 2026
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Compact Track Loaders
Kubota Drops its Biggest Compact Track Loader Yet, the SVL110-3
With 112.7 horsepower, a 3,700-pound capacity and new anti-stall tech, the new CTL can handle high-powered attachments for heavy-duty jobs.
March 27, 2026
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Cat's New 253 Compact Track Loader: "This Machine is Designed to Push Dirt"
Blending D3 architecture and a next-gen undercarriage, the 8,893-pound CTL is built for earthwork and loading with an ROC of 2,023 pounds.
March 20, 2026
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Compact Track Loaders
JCB’s New 250T Compact Track Loader Gets Single-Arm Boom, Side Entry
The 74-horsepower CTL does not require DEF nor DPF and has a rated operating capacity of 2,429 pounds.
March 12, 2026
The 250T's 74-horsepower JCB Diesel by Kohler engine does not require diesel exhaust fluid nor diesel particulate filter to meet Tier 4 Final emissions standards.
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Bobcat Reveals 17 New Skid Steers, CTLs — and Choice of “Classic” or “Pro”
No more M- and R-Series. Bobcat rolls out next-gen compact loaders with new features and a new question for customers: "Classic or Pro?"
March 11, 2026
Bobcat's new T86-2 Pro compact track loader, seen here at ConExpo, gets a boost to 115 horsepower, higher lift height to 12 feet and a load of advanced technology.
Compact equipment attachments
Blue Diamond Attachments Expands Lineup with HDX Rock Grapple Bucket
The bucket can open as much as 32 inches for grabbing and lifting bulky items with your skid steer or compact track loader.
March 6, 2026
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Compact equipment attachments
New SharpGrade GS130 Turns Skid Steers, CTLs into Motor Graders
The attachment for 100- to 130-horsepower machines features a front wheel assembly for fine grading that can be removed for bulk earthmoving.
February 12, 2026
With its front wheel assembly (left) the SharpGrade GS130 can be used like a motor grader. For bulk earthmoving, the wheels can be removed for using the six-way blade alone.
Compact Track Loaders
Closer Look: Hyundai's Largest-Ever Compact Track Loader, the New HT38
The new 6-ton CTL has a max operating capacity of 4,000 pounds with counterweights, a 115-horsepower engine and nearly 11-foot lift height.
February 5, 2026
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Compact equipment attachments
Ignite Attachments Expands Lineup with 80-Inch Severe-Duty Bucket for Skid Steers, CTLs
The direct-to-consumer manufacturer is pushing further into high-horsepower machines with the bucket built for demolition, grading and heavy material.
January 8, 2026
Ignite Severe Duty Bucket
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In 1988, ASV built its first CTL, the Ag-Track prototype, helping to usher in what has become the most popular category of construction equipment. The industry will soon be saying good-bye to the CTL brand credited with the first commercial compact track loader. Acquired by Yanmar, ASV’s new owner is keeping the ASV-branded Posi-Track for its CTLs but transitioning to a completely Yanmar-branded lineup for North America.
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