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Construction Equipment

Backhoes are getting better as CTLs, compact excavators chip away at market share

The response of backhoe OEMs? Make their machines even better at the many things they do. The sales of compact track loaders and compact excavators have exploded and one machine within that burst radius is the backhoe. Many contractors have made CTLs and compact excavators their go-to machines while their backhoes sit idle or are […]

April 21, 2017

Construction Equipment

New Vortech CTL tracks from Bridgestone take less horsepower to drive

At the ConExpo show earlier this month, Bridgestone introduced a new line of rubber tracks designed for compact track loaders. The Bridgestone Vortech line has an H-shaped tread pattern for a smoother driving experience and expanded edges to help grip the ground and improve traction in a variety of conditions including gravel, turf and sediment. […]

March 30, 2017

Construction Equipment

ASV intros the VT-70, its first vertical lift CTL; adds girded RT-75 HD to radial lineup

Skid-steer and compact track loader (CTL) maker ASV has expanded its Posi-Track lineup with two new CTL models. The new VT-70 is the company’s first mid-frame, vertical lift CTL. Offering extended reach and level loads, ASV says the VT-70 features best-in-class operating capacity and excels in agriculture, construction and excavation tasks. Boasting 146 lb.-ft. […]

February 15, 2017

Technology

What to see at ConExpo 2017: Bobcat, Kespry, Doosan Portable Power in the Gold Hall/Lot

The big show is fast approaching, and ConExpo exhibitors have given us a sneak peek into what they’ll have in store for those attending the March 7-11 massive exhibition. You can check out previous entries in our ConExpo 2017 previews here. Here’s the spotlight on three exhibitors in the Gold Hall/Lot areas: Bobcat, booth G-4476 […]

February 15, 2017

Construction Equipment

Manitou unveils 4 new Mustang/Gehl compact track loader models

Manitou, Mustang and Gehl wasted no time unveiling the many models they have to offer this year at an “Unlock the Future” event. Focusing on serving niche markets, rental markets and the heavy construction market, they introduced new skid loaders, compact track loaders, telescopic articulated loaders and telescopic handlers. “For the past multiple years, most all […]

February 3, 2017

Construction Equipment

ASV intros RT-120 Forestry CTL calling it “largest, most powerful in the industry”

ASV is continuing to expand its lineup of compact track loaders and has now introduced a forestry configuration of the Posi-Track RT-120 it calls “the largest and most powerful in the industry.” The new RT-120 Forestry (F) replaces the RT-110 and is designed for use with the largest of attachments to tackle mulching, brush cutting and […]

January 16, 2017

Dealers

INFOGRAPHIC: Compact track loader sales and buyer trends

December 26, 2016

ConExpo-Con/Agg

What to see at ConExpo 2017: Takeuchi, Wirtgen and Ditch Witch in the Central Hall

The big show is fast approaching, and ConExpo exhibitors have given us a sneak peek into what they’ll have in store for those attending the March 7-11 massive exhibition. (You can see other entries in our preview series here.) Here’s the spotlight on three exhibitors in the Central Hall: Takeuchi-US, booth C-20753 At its Central […]

December 23, 2016

Business

Year in Review: The Biggest Construction Equipment News Stories of 2016

While everyone has their sights on ConExpo in March, it might be easy to overlook what a busy year 2016 turned out to be. Here’s an quick overview, plus a timeline, of what happened in the construction equipment industry last year. Bonus: check out our editors’ quick predictions for 2017 on page 30. (Note: In order to meet […]

December 22, 2016

Dealers

Business Roundup: News on CTL market share, a new Hyundai CE COO, and new dealer locations

Why compact track loaders are still stealing skid steer market share at a relentless rate At some point, compact track loaders (CTLs) will quit taking market share from skid steer loaders. But for now, the relentless march of CTLs continues, driven by the narrowing of the cost differential between the two machine types, CTLs’ enhanced […]

December 12, 2016

Construction Equipment

Why compact track loaders are still stealing skid steer market share at a relentless rate

At some point, compact track loaders (CTLs) will quit taking market share from skid steer loaders. But for now, the relentless march of CTLs continues, driven by the narrowing of the cost differential between the two machine types, CTLs’ enhanced suitability to common applications, and the expansion of models in a variety of sizes. […]

December 2, 2016

Telematics

John Deere now offering factory-installed JDLink telematics option on large-frame G-Series skid steers and CTLs

John Deere is now offering its JDLink telematics system as a factory-installed option on all of its new large-frame G-Series Skid steers and compact track loaders. Deere says the system, which allows owners to remotely keep track of machine location and key performance data, is installed as the machine is being built. The factory-installed option […]

December 2, 2016