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Backhoe Loaders
Deere Unveils New Backhoes with Redesigned Cabs, Camera System
The five next-gen models get a roomier cab with upgraded climate control, enhanced ergonomics, better visibility and rear camera.
June 27, 2025
Editor's Note: Pre-release engineering model of 320 P-Tier backhoe pictured. Deere stated that production versions of the machines will have improved fit and finish.
Wheel Loaders
Deere’s New Mid-Size P-Tier Wheel Loaders Get Performance-Boosting Tech
The next-gen 524, 544 and 624 P-Tier wheel loaders boast smart features via new in-cab display, advanced cooling and improved on-board diagnostics.
June 23, 2025
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The Dirt
Massive Dirt Movers: Deere’s New Pull-Type Scrapers Revealed
John Deere's new 3012 and 3812 four-tire ejector scrapers feature 30- or 38-cubic-yard capacities and 12-foot-wide bowls.
June 20, 2025
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Backhoe Loaders
Backhoes Hangin’ Tough for 70 Years: Buyer’s Guide 2025
Here's a rundown of the most popular models, as well as the latest from Case, Caterpillar, JCB, John Deere, Kubota, New Holland and Sany.
June 18, 2025
The book “Wain-Roy and the Invention of the Backhoe” says the first hydraulic backhoe was sold in 1948 by the Wain-Roy Corporation of Massachusetts. It consisted of a hydraulic swing-frame digger mounted to a Ford Model 8N tractor. It was sold to the Connecticut Light and Power Company for $705.
The Dirt
Why Did Bobcat Enter Large Excavator Market with New E220, E245?
On The Dirt, we find out why Bobcat is venturing into bigger machines and reveal all the excavators' key features and specs.
May 30, 2025
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Excavators
Deere’s New 510 P-Tier Excavator Delivers an Efficiency Boost
The 51-metric-ton excavator replaces the 470 P-Tier and delivers improved performance, increased fuel efficiency and various levels of grade management technology.
May 22, 2025
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Graders/Scrapers
Motor Graders, You’ve Come a Long Way in 100 Years! – Buyer’s Guide 2025
Here's a rundown of the most popular models, as well as the latest from Case, Cat, John Deere, Komatsu, LeeBoy and Sany.
May 21, 2025
In 1920, the Russell Grader Co. introduced the first self-propelled motor grader. The company's first 'Motor Patrol' built on a Caterpillar track-type tractor came out in 1926 (left), and two years later Caterpillar bought Russell and began producing the industry's first motor grader built as one dedicated machine. Nearly 100 years later, the Cat 140 (right) was the top-selling motor grader in the U.S. in 2024 for new financed equipment, according to EDA.
Safety & Compliance
AT&T Fined $60K for Failure to Timely Locate Buried Lines in Kansas
The violations cover 60 occasions within a month in which the company missed the state's two-day deadline.
May 9, 2025
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Market Pulse
Best-Selling Construction Equipment of 2024
Find out the top models of new equipment sold and the most popular manufacturers for each state in 2024, according to EDA.
April 3, 2025
Kubota SVL75-3 compact track loader hauling pipes
Contractor of the Year
Demolition & Nuclear Decommissioning Company Named 2025 Contractor of the Year
Bill Schaab and William Sundeen Jr., owners of American Demolition and Nuclear Decommissioning of New York, won this year's award.
March 31, 2025
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Trucks
Florida Man Accused of Stealing 8 Dump Trucks, Running Chop Shop (Video)
The man was allegedly running a chop shop and rebranding the trucks, valued at a total of $1.2 million, to another company.
March 31, 2025
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Wheel Loaders
Deere Adds SmartDetect Digital Obstacle Detection for Wheel Loaders (Video)
When triggered, SmartDetect Digital sends near real-time alerts with photos and videos of the incident to keep managers aware of safety risks.
March 31, 2025
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Skid Steer Loaders
What’s New for Skid Steers? Buyer’s Guide 2025
Here's the latest in skid steers from Bobcat, Case, Caterpillar, Deere, JCB, Kubota, New Holland.
March 19, 2025
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Top Stories
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Videos
Most Viewed Construction Equipment – Our Top 10 “Closer Look” Videos of 2025
Compact equipment from Kubota, Bobcat, Volvo, Sany got the most views, but larger – and some unusual – machines also made the cut.
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Construction Equipment
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Compact Excavators
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Excavators
Komatsu's New PC365-11 Hybrid Excavator Boosts Power, Cuts Fuel Use
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Compact equipment
Closer Look: Bobcat's UV34XL UTV with New Limited Package
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