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Motor grader operation remains a skill earned through training, despite advance of machine control
On the surface, many contractors would say they would prefer a seasoned, experienced motor grader operator over a young buck with mastery of machine control systems. Machine control systems have clearly shown their benefits, whether it’s Caterpillar’s Grade and Cross Slope or grade control options from Leica, Topcon or Trimble. But with motor graders […]
November 14, 2017
John Deere unveils 620G, 622G motor graders with new dual joystick on GP models
John Deere is expanding its G-Series lineup of motor graders with two new models aimed at customers who prefer lighter, more fuel-efficient machines. The new 620G and 622G are powered by a Tier 4 Final 6.8-liter Deere engine. This engine delivers 215 horsepower on the 620G and 225 hp on the 622G. Both machines will […]
June 21, 2017
John Deere restores a JD570, pioneer among motor graders, for machine’s 50th anniversary
One of the must-see stops in ConExpo 2017’s North Hall was a meticulously restored vintage motor grader at the John Deere booth. The machine, a model JD570, was restored by two retired Deere employees, Don Bagby and Jerry Bode of the company’s Dubuque Works. In a release on the restoration of the machine, Deere describes the […]
March 21, 2017
Motor graders have gotten better at one thing
Some machines are exciting because of the array of features, applications and attachments they support. Motor graders…not so much. They do one thing. They move dirt. So, how do OEMs build excitement for these one-dimensional machines? By making them better at doing that one thing.  Proper power As with other types of equipment, graders […]
December 21, 2016
Making motor graders easier to operate major focus of complex machine’s manufacturers
Pavers and compaction equipment get most of the attention in roadbuilding – they give us the primary beauty of a finished pavement. But, as is often pointed out when we discuss top-notch road construction, the performance of a road is dependent on the quality of the base. With that in mind, it’s easy to see […]
December 1, 2016
Caterpillar’s new 14M3 is a better motor grader in just about every way
With power, balance, steering, service interval and fuel efficiency boosts along with a fully scalable factory integrated semi-automatic cross sloping system, Caterpillar’s new 14M3 represents a major upgrade over previous models. First, Cat has replaced the C11 engine found in previous models with a C13 ACERT with a net power range of 238-235 horsepower. The […]
September 22, 2016
Operating an 87-year-old grader is a full-body workout
For Justin Seekins, operating heavy equipment is a true passion. As the operator and vintage machinery collector explains in the video below, when he’s not operating new machines for his job, he’s operating whatever dinosaurs he can dig up for fun. RELATED >> VIDEO: Watching antique steam shovels work makes excavator region times seem not […]
June 2, 2016
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