Wheel Loaders

Case 621F Wheel Loader →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The 621F provides up to a 10-percent increase in fuel economy over the previous model, while delivering faster acceleration, quicker cycle times and higher travel speeds. Case relies on selective catalytic reduction (SCR) technology to meet Tier IV Interim emissions standards. SCR results in lower temperatures in the exhaust system while optimizing combustion with no downtime or extreme temperature spikes attributed to regeneration, according to the manufacturer. Click for more...

SDLG Wheel Loaders Offer Strength, Stability, and Simplicity →

From Construction Equipment Guide... SDLG North America has introduced the LG938L and LG959 wheel loaders, with 2.4 and 4.0 cu. yd. (1.8 and 3.1 cu m) bucket capacity respectively, to meet the needs of multiple agriculture applications. The easy-to-operate wheel loaders include strong breakout forces and high dump clearances. The LG938L and LG959 are the first models in the SDLG equipment offering to be made available in North America. Click for more...

Kawasaki Introduces 115Z7 Wheel Loader →

From Construction Equipment Guide... KCMA Corporation, the marketer of Kawasaki wheel loaders in North America, introduced its 115Z7 wheel loader. The machine is completely redesigned to meet all EPA Tier IVi emission standards as well as to improve operating efficiency and productivity, according to the manufacturer. At 531 net hp (396 kW) and equipped with an 8.3 cu. yd. (6.3 cu m) general purpose bucket, the 115Z7 is engineered for demanding applications and environments found in quarry and shotrock, coil handling, hot slag, steel mills and asphalt plants. Click for more...

SDLG Wheel Loaders Bring Strength, Stability, Simplicity →

From Construction Equipment Guide... SDLG North America has introduced the LG938L and LG959 wheel loaders, with 2.4 and 4.0 cu. yds. (1.8 and 3.1 cu m) bucket capacity respectively, for secondary and supporting applications. The LG938L and LG959 are the first models in the SDLG construction equipment product offering to be made available in North America. The easy-to-operate wheel loaders are particularly well-suited to material production facilities, site preparation and maintenance yards demanding cost-effective, reliable performance from mid-sized wheel loaders in support of their primary operations, according to the manufacturer. Click for more...

Auto Salvage Company Uses Wheel Loaders in Unique Way →

From Construction Equipment Guide... More than 3.5 million vehicles a year are deemed a total loss, originating from places such as insurance companies, car dealerships, rental car companies, fleet lease companies, donations, and law enforcement agencies. Because there is a huge market for these vehicles or the parts they contain, companies like Insurance Auto Auctions (IAA), one of the largest salvage auto auction companies in North America, bring buyers and sellers together to give these vehicles new life. Click for more...

Cat Waste Buckets Equip Wheel Loaders for High Productivity in Solid Waste Applications →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Caterpillar introduces two new wheel loader bucket designs — the dozing bucket and the load-and-carry bucket — for solid waste handling in transfer stations and recycling centers. The buckets are specifically designed to enhance the productivity of Cat small and medium wheel loaders in waste applications. The buckets range from 6.0 to 14.0 cu. yd. (4.6 to 10.7 cu m) and complement Cat wheel loaders ranging from the 924K to the 980K. Click for more...

Komatsu America Corp. Introduces WA1200-6 Wheel Loader →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Komatsu America Corp.’s WA1200-6 wheel loader is designed for use in mining applications. Based on extensive customer input and feedback, the loader includes environmental, technological and ergonomic enhancements for even greater productivity, while lowering operating costs. The WA1200-6 is powered by a Komatsu SDA16V160E-2 engine that delivers 1,892 gross hp (1,410 kW) at 1,800 rpm. With an operating weight of 477,100 lbs. Click for more...

Terex TL120 Wheel Loader — Higher Production, Lower Exhaust Emissions →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The latest Terex TL120 compact wheel loader comes with far more than just a more powerful Tier IV interim 4-cylinder turbo diesel engine with intercooler; it has a new Terex smart control operating system, a quieter cab offering a better view to the ground for the operator and a new cooling system. The 101 hp (75.3 kW) Tier IVi Deutz engine provides the 16,653-lb. (7,553 kg) operating weight TL120 with approximately 16 percent more power and 90 percent lower exhaust emissions than its predecessor, according to the manufacturer. Click for more...

JCB Wheel Loaders to Benefit From Fuel-Saving Ecomax Engine →

From Construction Equipment Guide... JCB has launched two new compact wheel loaders — the 411 and 417. The machines will be powered by the highly-efficient, low-emission JCB Ecomax diesel engine, delivering lower fuel consumption, less noise and greater productivity. The two machines, which share the same chassis and cab structures, will use the EPA Tier IV Interim (TierIVi) standard 4.4-L Ecomax engine offering 125 hp (93 kW) in the 417 and 91 hp (68 kW) in the 411. Click for more...

Two New Cat Waste Buckets Equip Wheel Loaders for High Productivity in Solid Waste Applications →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Caterpillar has introduced two new wheel loader bucket designs—the dozing bucket and the load-and-carry bucket—for solid waste handling in transfer stations and recycling centers. The buckets are specifically designed to enhance the productivity of Cat small and medium wheel loaders in waste applications. The buckets range from 6.0 to 14.0 cu yd (4.6 to 10.7 cu m) and complement Cat wheel loaders ranging from the 924K to the 980K. Click for more...

JRB Multi-Pick-Up Coupler Makes Switching Attachments Quick, Easy →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The JRB multi-pick-up coupler by Paladin Attachments was designed specifically to pick up and work with attachments such as JRB 416, JRB ISO, John Deere 416, John Deere Hi-Viz, Volvo, JCB and other ISO attachments in front end wheel loader applications. This design provides quick coupling capabilities that allow you to safely switch attachments in the shortest amount of time. For versatility, the JRB multi-pick-up coupler utilizes a 2-cylinder design that accommodates any number of "quick hitch" style attachments. Click for more...

General Equipment’s 130C Cut-R-Tach Offers Cost-Effective Asphalt Cutting Attachment →

From Construction Equipment Guide... General Equipment Company’s 130C Cut-R-Tach is an attachment for many asphalt cutting projects, such as road patching, scoring and edging, and various tasks for pipeline, street, water and sewer applications. The 130C clamps to most backhoes, tractor/wheel loaders, road graders, dozers and other construction vehicles. No special tools, modifications or adapters are required. The, twin-screw pivot clamp conforms to differences in bucket/blade shapes and sizes and can be used in forward and reverse cutting. Click for more...

Howell Tractor Hosts Kawasaki Wheel Loader Rebuild Event →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Howell Tractor and Equipment held its "Kawasaki Rebuild/Safety Award Luncheon" April 26 at Howell Tractor’s Gary, Ind., facility. Howell took the opportunity to enlighten its service customers on its rebuild/service capabilities while at the same time giving employees an opportunity to showcase their quality workmanship and pristine work facility. The luncheon also was an opportunity for Howell Tractor to thank and recognize its employees for their focus and commitment of work 6 years 625,000 hours without a lost time accident. Click for more...

Hyundai Introduces New Interim Tier IV HL770-9A, HL780-9A Wheel Loaders →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Hyundai Construction Equipment Americas Inc.’s HL770-9A and the HL780-9A wheel loaders are part of Hyundai’s new 9A product line, all of which meet Interim Tier IV standards and are ideal for aggregate, quarry and truck loading applications. Operators can look forward to many upgrades including more horsepower and fuel efficiency, improved durability and serviceability as well as enhanced operator comforts, according to the manufacturer. Click for more...

Komatsu America Corp. Launches New WA270-7 Wheel Loader →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Komatsu America Corp. has introduced the WA270-7 wheel loader. With a net horsepower of 149 hp (111 kW), the WA270-7 is powered by a Komatsu SAA6D107E-2 engine, which is EPA Tier 4 Interim and EU Stage 3B emission certified. Built upon a proven Tier 3 engine platform, According to the company, Komatsu has leveraged its leadership in technology and innovation to design a more environmentally friendly engine with fuel consumption decreased by up to 10 percent, compared to the WA250-6. Click for more...

Case Debuts the 621F and 721F Wheel Loader Waste Handling Models →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Case Construction Equipment has announced its 621F and 721F wheel loader Waste Handling models, with factory-installed protective guards in 16 key coverage areas, a mid-mounted cooling module that provides special cooling and advanced air filtration components for working in concentrated dust and debris-filled environments, and heavy duty axles that support solid tires. The 621F and 721F Waste Handlers are engineered for resilience in harsh environments, helping scrap recycling centers to maximize uptime by protecting their machines from costly failures. Click for more...

Komatsu America Corp. Launches WA320-7 Wheel Loader →

From Construction Equipment Guide... With a net hp of 165 (123 kW), Komatsu’s WA320-7 wheel loader is powered by a Komatsu SAA6D107E-2 engine and is EPA Tier IV Interim and EU Stage 3B emission certified. Built upon a Tier III engine platform, Komatsu has leveraged its leadership in technology and innovation to design a more environmentally friendly engine, which decreases fuel consumption by up to 10 percent, compared to the WA320-6, according to the manufacturer. Click for more...

Hyundai Introduces Interim Tier IV HL760-9A Wheel Loader →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Hyundai’s HL760-9A wheel loader is set to provide end-users with many improvements from previous models including a certified Interim Tier IV engine upgrade, improved durability and enhanced operator comfort, according to the manufacturer. The HL760-9A is part of Hyundai’s new line of 9A series wheel loaders, all of which meet Tier IV Interim standards. Equipped with a low emission, low noise, 222 hp (165 kW) Cummins Interim Tier IV/Stage IIIB, QSB6.7 engine, the HL760-9A provides optimum power while remaining fuel efficient. Click for more...

Volvo CE’s Shippensburg, PA Production Hub sees the First US-built Wheel Loaders Roll off a Ne →

From Construction Equipment Guide... On March 21, 2013, Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) cut the ribbon on its $100 million expansion program at its Shippensburg, Pennsylvania, facility. In addition to the official opening of a new headquarters building for the Americas, the event also marked the start of wheel loader production at the company’s North American base in Shippensburg. Joining Volvo CE President Pat Olney in the inauguration ceremony were United States Federal Highway Administrator Victor Mendez, Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development Secretary Alan Walker and Swedish Ambassador to the United States Jonas Hafström, along with 1,000 employees and many other distinguished guests. Click for more...

Southern California Recycling Facility Doubles Productivity with Hyundai Loader →

From Construction Equipment Guide... In 1989, when the California State Assembly passed Bill 939 mandating that 50 percent of all municipalities’ waste be diverted from sanitary landfills, waste industry veteran Dan Agajanian saw both a business opportunity and an environmental responsibility. It was the passing of this new bill that lead Agajanian to take action by adding a construction and demolition (C&D) recycling facility to his existing waste hauling company in East Los Angeles. Click for more...

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