Excavators: Page 2

ConExpo/Con-Agg 2026
Hyundai to Debut Next-Generation HX Excavators at ConExpo 2026
Hyundai is bringing its next-gen HX excavators, loaded with advanced technologies, to ConExpo 2026, plus an interactive operator challenge offering a $1,000 daily prize.
January 16, 2026
Hyundai Conexpo Preview Next Gen Hx360 Quarry Hires
Excavators
Closer Look: Link-Belt's Smallest X4S Excavator, the 145
The 15.4-metric-ton model is designed to move a lot of material in tight spaces with reduced tail swing, improved hydraulics and new tech.
January 12, 2026
Linbkbelt X4s Thumb
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Excavators
Cat's New Track Clamp Master Link Eases Excavator Track Installation
The tool-less solution allows for fast, in-field track removal and installation, Cat says.
December 30, 2025
Cat Track Clamp Master Link rendering on an excavator track
Excavators
Develon to Launch Next-Generation Excavators at ConExpo 2026
Attendees can preview the tech-packed -9 excavators, catch live demos, get hands-on time with compact machines and dive into "mixed reality."
December 23, 2025
Above is Develon’s exhibit at ConExpo-Con/Agg 2023.
Excavators
Komatsu's New PC365-11 Hybrid Excavator Boosts Power, Cuts Fuel Use
A fully electric swing system increases swing speeds for the 38-metric-ton model while converting wasted energy into a 70-horsepower boost.
December 19, 2025
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Roadbuilding
Hauled Excavator Crashes Through Top of Kansas Bridge Causing Up to $1M Damage
The crook of the raised boom and arm crashed through the deck, causing the span's closing for up to a year and up to $1 million in damage.
December 10, 2025
The excavator, a Caterpillar 323, was being hauled with its boom raised when it struck the bridge.
Safety & Compliance
Contractor Faces $170K Fine After Worker Crushed by Falling Excavator Bucket
A failed attempt to remove the bucket from him caused a second crushing injury, putting him in the hospital for more than a month.
December 4, 2025
This excavator bucket came unlatched from the excavator's quick coupler June 3 in Washington due to a missing safety latch, according to L&I.
Excavators
Volvo Launches New ECR355 Excavator with Short Swing, More Lift Capacity
The 35-metric-ton model also features 7% greater fuel efficiency than predecessors and a full-size conventional cab.
December 3, 2025
Volvo says its new ECR355 is designed for work in tight spaces with increased lift power and tractive force.
Attachments
NPK Launches Next-Gen GHD Series of Mid-Range Hydraulic Hammers
The GHD series is for excavators ranging from 10 to 39 metric tons and features a new speed selector valve to match impact to material.
November 19, 2025
The GHD-10 marks the first NPK hydraulic hammer released in the company's next-generation, mid-range series – soon followed by four more models for excavators ranging from 10 to 39 metric tons.
Excavators
Excavator Operators Gone Rogue: 3 Homes Destroyed in New York, Idaho, Illinois
Police in three states have responded to cases within three weeks in which excavators were used to severely vandalize houses.
November 13, 2025
The rear view of a newly completed house in Post Falls, Idaho, destroyed November 11 by an excavator. It is one of three houses destroyed in three weeks by vandals in three states.
Excavators
Cat’s New HD 325 Excavator Designed for Heavy-Duty Work on Rough Terrain
The new configuration for the midsized excavator has an oversized undercarriage and other features for added stability and durability.
November 13, 2025
Cat 325 with new HD undercarriage configuration is designed to increase stability and performance on uneven, rugged terrain.
Excavators
Sheriff: Man Arrested Following "After-Hours Joyride" in Excavator
The PC290LC he rode down a highway in Georgia has a top speed of 3.4 mph.
October 23, 2025
A man faces charges of driving under the influence and theft by taking a motor vehicle after riding off in this parked excavator at a county construction site.
Excavators
Link-Belt Unveils Smallest X4S Excavator with Improved Engine, Hydraulics
At 102 horsepower and weighing 15.4 metric tons, the 145 X4S is designed for moving lots of dirt in tight spaces.
October 15, 2025
The Link-Belt 145 X4S can be fitted with either an 8-foot or nearly 10-foot boom arm.
Heavy equipment attachments
Develon -9 Series Excavators to Arrive Engcon Tiltrotator-Ready
The next-generation excavators will ship factory-prepped for Engcon tiltrotators, simplifying installation and boosting jobsite productivity.
October 6, 2025
Engcon Develon
Excavators
Cat Debuts MH3295 Material Handler for High Production
Based on Cat’s 395 platform, the new MH3295 delivers a 57.7-foot reach, 543 horsepower and integrated tech for barge and scrapyard work.
October 2, 2025
Cat Mh3295 Material Handler
Excavators
Big Year for Excavators with Lots of New Models – Buyer’s Guide 2025
The latest in excavators from Bobcat, Case, Caterpillar, Develon, Hitachi, Hyundai, JCB, John Deere, KOBELCO, Komatsu, Link-Belt, Volvo and more.
September 17, 2025
The Cat 340 is the top-selling new financed excavator over 10 metric tons in the U.S., according to EDA by Fusable.
The Dirt
What’s New on Komatsu’s Next-Gen PC220LC-12 Excavator? – Almost Everything!
Its first major upgrade in 12 years, the completely redesigned 22-metric-ton model gets improved in every aspect, from the ground up.
September 5, 2025
Komatsu Pc220 Lc 12 And Pc220 L Ci 12 Complete Overview
Attachments
Yichen Excavator Attachment Line Debuts with Rock Saw, Crusher Bucket, Drum Cutter
The new heavy-duty attachments for cutting, material processing, excavation and trench work are now available in North America.
August 11, 2025
A YS-20SS rock saw installed on a Doosan DH225 excavator.
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JCB's new 25Z-1 mini excavator gets zero tail swing
Compact Excavators
JCB Launches New 25Z-1 Zero-Tailswing Mini Excavator in U.S.
The 24.7-horsepower model does not require DEF or DPF, is more fuel efficient and light enough to be towed by a half-ton pickup.
The Hyundai HX400 crawler excavator, seen here, was the largest among the five debuted at ConExpo 2026.
Excavators
Hyundai’s Next-Gen Excavators Arrive with Increased Fuel Efficiency, Productivity
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Graders/Scrapers
Case Stuns with New GR Series Motor Graders with Over 200 HP at ConExpo 2026
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Compact Excavators
Cat Debuts its Smallest Mini Excavator Yet, the 1-Ton 301 CR
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Compact Track Loaders
Cat's New 253 Compact Track Loader: "This Machine is Designed to Push Dirt"
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