Excavators

Ramey Motors Becomes Latest Addition to Takeuchi's Dealer Network →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Takeuchi's dealer network continues to grow with the recent addition of Ramey Motors in Purvis, Miss., approximately 15 mi. southwest of Hattiesburg. Located at 120 Hwy 589 in Purvis, Ramey Motors will now sell and service Takeuchi track loaders and excavators. "Since expanding from the automotive industry into the ag equipment industry back in 2018, we've grown exponentially," said Ford Ramey, co-owner of Ramey Motors. Click for more...

Liebherr Displays New Equipment at Demolition New Orleans, March 5-8, 2025 →

NDA's annual Convention and Expo takes place in New Orleans, La., from March 5-8, 2025. Liebherr USA Co. will showcase the R 938, R 934 and R 945 crawler excavators and the LH 22 M material handler for attendees to operate outside. Liebherr also has multiple product experts on-site at booth #621. Liebherr USA Co. has served as the premier sponsor of the Live DEMOlition Event for more than five years, providing attendees, a unique hands-on experience to test on-site equipment in real world applications. Click for more...

HX90A Tops Hyundai's Compact Excavator Line →

From Construction Equipment Guide... HD Hyundai Construction Equipment North America has topped off its compact excavator lineup with its first 9-ton compact excavator, the HX90A. Designed to deliver robust performance, the Hyundai HX90A offers exceptional power and fuel efficiency, making it ideal for digging and trenching and a wide range of jobsite applications, the manufacturer said. Weighing 20,040 lb. and powered by a reliable Yanmar engine that provides 65 net hp (48.5 kW) at 2,400 rpm, the HX90A balances strength with fuel economy, ensuring maximum productivity and efficiency. Click for more...

Kubota Introduces U17-5 Next Generation Zero-Tail Swing Compact Excavator →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Kubota Tractor Corporation announced the launch of the U17-5 zero-tail swing compact excavator from the showroom floor at World of Concrete. Featuring improved stability, enhanced operator comfort and efficiency, the new U17-5 replaces the U17VR1 in Kubota's robust excavator lineup and is among the set of new power-packed construction equipment launched at this year's show. The new U17-5 will be available at authorized Kubota dealers in the first quarter of this year. Click for more...

Kubota Updates Compact Excavator Lineup With Next-Generation KX040-5 →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Kubota Tractor Corporation announced the introduction of the new KX040-5 compact excavator from the showroom floor at World of Concrete. Putting productivity and operator experience at the forefront, the KX040-5 introduces key updates including a redesigned hydraulic system, a spacious and quiet cab, and tech features that now come on standard models. It is available at authorized Kubota dealers in the first quarter of this year. Click for more...

DEVELON DX62R-7 Mini Excavator Featured at World of Concrete →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The DX62R-7 mini excavator ws featured in the DEVELON booth during World of Concrete 2025. The reduced tail swing model is part of the -7 Series generation of DEVELON mini excavators. It is the ideal size and has the power to lift and place pipes and other objects on job sites. Mini excavators are used in a variety of industries, including construction, concrete, landscaping, agriculture, demolition, recycling, infrastructure and utility industries. Click for more...

Gradall Names Stephenson Equipment Authorized Distributor →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Gradall Industries Inc. has named Stephenson Equipment, Inc. (SEI) as authorized distributor of Gradall brand excavator machines in 27 counties of western Pennsylvania and four counties in the northern panhandle of West Virginia. Stephenson locations in Butler, Ebensburg and Pittsburgh, Pa., are providing machines, maintenance and factory authorized Gradall parts. "We're extremely pleased to have Stephenson Equipment — a high quality, experienced equipment distributor — representing our products with contractors and municipalities in that area," said Mike Popovich, president of Gradall Industries. Click for more...

Volvo CE, Herc Rentals Partner On Large Order of Compact Excavators →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Volvo Construction Equipment and Herc Rentals are celebrating a multi-year agreement that adds several hundred Volvo EC37 compact excavators to the rental giant's fleet across North America. The 3.7-ton EC37 fits into one of the most popular compact excavator class sizes for rental, and the two companies partnered to develop the model in a way that would best serve rental customers. Herc Rentals is a full-service equipment rental company with 439 company-operated branches in the United States and Canada. Click for more...

VIDEO: Winning Heart of Halawa With Liebherr R 9150 →

As Hawaii's largest concrete producer, Hawaiian Cement relies on the Liebherr R 9150 as its primary excavation equipment at Halawa Valley Quarry. The Liebherr R 9150 excavator plays a vital role in supplying essential materials for residential, commercial and public construction projects to support Hawaii's infrastructure network with high quality construction aggregate. As population and development rise, the pressure on Hawaii's infrastructure continues to intensify with many systems exceeding their intended lifespan. Click for more...

Kobelco Announces RTL Equipment as New Authorized Excavator Dealer →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Kobelco Construction Machinery USA Inc. announced RTL Equipment as the latest addition to its growing excavator dealer network. RTL Equipment now adds Kobelco excavators to its existing Kobelco cranes dealer access. This brand partnership will enable RTL Equipment to provide a wide range of Kobelco excavators from the SK17SR mini-excavator to the SK520LC-11.  The Kobelco lineup of machines are ideal for various applications in the construction, forestry, aggregate, auto-dismantling and demolition sectors, according to the company. Click for more...

VIDEO: DEVELON DX225LC-7X Crawler Excavator Offers Fully Electrohydraulic Control System →

From Construction Equipment Guide... DEVELON's electronically controlled DX225LC-7X crawler excavator is a first of its kind for the company and is one of the next-generation -7 Series crawler excavators with machine-assisted technologies. The DX225LC-7X electrohydraulic control system enables advanced machine guidance and machine control systems — including 2D and upgradable 3D grading for accurate earthmoving and grading work. Click for more...

O'Shea Equipment: Fresh Face of Amphibious Excavation →

From Construction Equipment Guide... For Shamus O'Shea, the founder of O'Shea Equipment Co., heavy machinery is more than a business: It's a lifelong passion. Growing up in Texas, O'Shea spent his early years on job sites, introduced to the world of construction equipment by his father, a logistics professional. This early exposure to "yellow iron" sparked a fascination that would eventually lead him from playing with Tonka toys to founding a specialized excavation equipment company. Click for more...

Looking for a Skid Steer? 4 Reasons to Consider a Compact Excavator Instead →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Some people say skid steer loaders (SSLs) are the most versatile compact machines, largely because the industry has done a nice job of standardizing attachment interfaces across brands. But we've seen similar standardization across compact excavators in recent years, so why not take a closer look at the features that might make them an even smarter choice for your fleet? Big Versatility in Small Package As noted, a mini excavator can support many different attachments. Click for more...

VIDEO: Electric Demolition Excavator Gives Robles1 New Edge →

From Construction Equipment Guide... A Texas demolition contractor is growing its indoor demolition niche due to a powerful new emissions-free electric compact excavator with robust guarding and a clean, enclosed cab that keeps operators going all day. Tough demolition is the heart and soul of Robles1, a family-owned business in Texas with offices in San Antonio, Austin and El Paso. The team at Robles1 works hard to tackle a wide range of projects, including complete, structural, selective and interior demolition. Click for more...

Volvo CE Adds Two Mid-Size Models to New Generation of Excavators →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Volvo Construction Equipment is launching two mid-size crawler excavator models in North America, further expanding its newest generation of excavators. The all-new EC260 replaces the EC250 in Volvo's lineup, and the new EC300 is an update of the previous series' model. Like the other models in the new series, the EC260 and EC300 excavators feature up to 15 percent greater fuel efficiency, increased productivity, enhanced safety and a host of cab upgrades. Click for more...

Gregory Poole's Demo Days Event Features Cat Iron →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Gregory Poole Equipment Co. held a Demo Days event Oct. 24, 2024, at the Caterpillar Customer Center in Clayton, N.C. The highly anticipated event gives attendees the chance to demo equipment before purchasing and view newly announced equipment from Cat. Machines featured on site for demos this year included the Cat 303.5 and other mini-excavators; multiple hydraulic excavator models, like the Cat 320; the Cat 950 and other wheel loaders; and compact track loaders, like the Cat 255 and Cat 265. Click for more...

Volvo CE Elevates Demolition Strength With Improved High Reach Excavators →

From Construction Equipment Guide... New generation high reach excavators are being introduced by Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) to bring customers into the future and raise the bar on strength, productivity and operator comfort across demolition applications. The new EC400 High Reach and EC500 High Reach excavators respectively replace the previous generation EC380EHR and EC480EHR models — now with a fresh design and equipped with the latest innovations to pack a punch against the competition. Click for more...

Volvo CE Upgrades Straight Boom Demolition Excavators →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) is modernizing its straight boom excavators with an updated EC300 and an all-new EC400, as part of its new generation revamp — ensuring a superior performance, greater safety and dynamic demolition strength, the company said. The new and improved 40-ton EC400 straight boom crawler excavator is replacing the EC380E straight boom, while the 30-ton EC300 straight boom is the enhanced model following the previous generation EC300E straight boom. Click for more...

Wheeled Excavators Roll Into North America →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Sometimes, it seems as if just the passing of time results in change. Factors such as necessity for greater efficiency or more production drive changes in processes and industries. What once was seen as the ideal method or solution becomes old school as new and more productive methods take root. Such is the case with compact wheeled excavators in the North American market. Although they have been popular in Europe for quite some time, wheeled excavators enjoyed less popularity in North America because the open spaces and greater distances to travel favored larger equipment. Click for more...

DEVELON DX35Z-7 Mini Excavator Features Increased Counterweight →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The DEVELON DX35Z-7 mini excavator is highly maneuverable and versatile for digging and lifting tasks in tight spaces. The zero tail swing design with a rounded shape makes it easier for customers to navigate confined or crowded work sites. Customers also can get more productivity due to an increase in counterweight in the -7 Series iteration of the machine. The DX35Z-7 mini excavator is available in a variety of configurations, including an enclosed cab with heat and air conditioning, and an open-canopy style. Click for more...

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