Wheel Loaders

Cat 992 Wheel Loader Increases Productivity Up to 32 Percent →

Building on a more than half-century legacy, the new Cat 992 wheel loader sets a new standard by offering up to 32 percent greater productivity. This new large mining loader reduces maintenance costs by as much as 10 percent and offers up to 48 percent greater payload-per-fuel efficiency than the earlier model 992K, according to the manufacturer. Powered by the new Cat C32B engine with U.S. EPA Tier IV Final/EU Stage V and Tier II equivalent emission engine options, the new 992 meets the global industry's demand for high-production equipment with greater payloads. Click for more...

Kubota Updates Wheel Loader Lineup With R540, R640 Models →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Kubota Tractor Corporation announced an update to its wheel loader lineup with the launch of the new R540 and R640 models. The next-generation wheel loaders are available in both canopy and cab models and feature improved visibility, enhanced operator comfort and increased performance over the previous R30 Series models. Designed with landscape, residential and commercial construction operators in mind, the new R540 and R640 wheel loaders will be available at dealerships beginning in March 2021. Click for more...

John Deere Rolls Out Performance Tiering Strategy Starting With Utility Loaders →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Developed in response to evolving customer needs and expectations, John Deere launched its Performance Tiering Strategy, delivering a range of products at different levels of capability and user experience. Available first on the wheel loader lineup, the Performance Tiering Strategy supports customers by providing machine solutions built for various applications and jobs to enhance profitability and efficiency. Click for more...

VIDEO: Volvo Compact Wheel Loaders Help Deliver Cape Cod Cranberries →

From Construction Equipment Guide... During late September through October, as the temperature begins to lower and the leaves change into brilliant New England fall colors, the culmination of a year's work begins with the annual Cape Cod cranberry harvest. Each year, the region harvests more than 14,000 acres of the ruby red berries, known as America's first fruit. Today's cranberry growers are third and fourth generations to farm the bogs. Click for more...

Hitachi ZW30 T4F Compact Loader Makes Its Debut →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Hitachi Construction Machinery Loaders America Inc. (HCMA) announced the debut of the ZW30 T4F compact wheel loader recently. The ZW30 features an even half cubic yard bucket, making it ideal for landscape supply operations, nurseries and other applications calling for precise measurements. However, like its larger Hitachi loader counterparts, the ZW30 handles snow and clean-up operations equally as well. Click for more...

John Deere 944K Hybrid Wheel Loader Reaches 1 Million Field Hours →

From Construction Equipment Guide... A testament to the durability and performance of the John Deere machines, the 944K Hybrid wheel loader has logged 1 million operating hours in the field. "Whenever we develop a machine, customer needs, such as durability, productivity, profitability and low operating costs, are always at the forefront of our designs. By reaching the 1 million-hour mark on our 944K loaders, we are affirming that electrically driven machines offer proven durability and performance advantages for our customers," said Grant Van Tine, solutions marketing manager, John Deere. Click for more...

Kubota Previews New 2021 Construction Equipment with Dealers →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Kubota Tractor Corporation unveiled six new pieces of construction equipment and various attachments for its network of 1,100 authorized dealers at its annual dealer meeting, Kubota Connect, which was held virtually due to the global pandemic. While the format was different, the meeting showed no slow down on Kubota's behalf as the manufacturer rolled out new innovations and engineering in the construction equipment segment, further expanding its offerings to contractors and commercial landscapers. Click for more...

Volvo Updates, Expands Load Assist Across Wheel Loader Line; Announces Machine Updates →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Volvo Construction Equipment is making its Load Assist machine control applications compatible on a wider range of Volvo CE wheel loaders, from the L60H to the L350H, and is introducing several new Load Assist applications. Furthermore, Volvo is launching several productivity and serviceability enhancements to those same machines. "We never settle when it comes to product development," said Eric Yeomans, product manager, wheel loaders, Volvo CE. Click for more...

John Deere Announces Grade Control-Ready Offering for L-Series Tractor Loaders →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The John Deere 210L and 210L EP tractor loaders are now available with grade control-ready and grade indication factory options, allowing for faster and more accurate fine grading. The grade technology options combined with an updated box blade result in increases to productivity and efficiency when completing site prep, road building and landscaping jobs, especially in tight areas, according to the manufacturer. Click for more...

Volvo CE Electric Machines to Be Available for Online Booking →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Volvo Construction Equipment's drive to electromobility continues to expand with the opportunity for customers in North America to prebook the ECR25 electric excavator and L25 electric wheel loader starting Aug.19. Customers who sign up will be one step closer to taking advantage of these zero-exhaust, low-noise machines to get tough work done while meeting a growing number of environmental regulations. Click for more...

Volvo CE L45H, L50H Wheel Loaders Now Offered With High-Speed Driveline →

From Construction Equipment Guide... A high-speed driveline option is now available on Volvo Construction Equipment L45H and L50H compact wheel loaders, which more than doubles top speeds from 12 to 31 mph. This allows the machines to travel more quickly between job sites and also can reduce cycle times. "These loaders are often used in applications that require travel between job sites, where the standard-speed transmission may be time consuming and the alternative of transporting them by truck can be expensive," said John Comrie, product manager, wheel loaders, Volvo CE. Click for more...

Takeuchi Announces EquipmentShare as New Dealer in Columbia, Mo. →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Takeuchi-US has introduced EquipmentShare as a new dealer. Located in Columbia, Mo., it will be selling the full range of Takeuchi track loaders, excavators and wheel loaders. In addition to stocking parts, this location also will be an authorized Takeuchi equipment repair center to support new and existing customers. Established in 2014, EquipmentShare provides multiple lines of equipment manufacturers for a wide variety of customers, from large commercial construction to local contractors. Click for more...

Wheel Loaders Get the Snow-Clearing Edge →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Motor graders are the industry's go-to solution for clearing snow, and with good reason. It's hard to find a way to move large amounts of snow more efficiently than this tried-and-true machine. But one size rarely fits all, especially when it comes to clearing snow in cities. Here, the smaller and more maneuverable wheel loader reigns supreme. Using a wheel loader has the obvious advantage of a tighter turning radius, making it safer and easier to plow city streets and parking lots. Click for more...

HCMA Introduces Its Newest Wheel Loader For High-Volume Production →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Hitachi Construction Machinery Loaders America Inc. (HCMA) is introducing the new ZW330-6 wheel loader on the heels of the ZW370-6, recently introduced during ConExpo 2020. Designed and engineered to meet the demands of the North American market, the new model offers exceptional levels of performance without compromising on efficiency, according to the manufacturer. The NO DPF Tier IV technology is designed to reduce maintenance costs and increase fuel efficiency, with No DPF or regen-related downtime. Click for more...

Case Technology Enhancements for G Series Wheel Loaders →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Case Construction Equipment's G Series wheel loaders feature increased technology to improve production and the overall operating experience. These latest enhancements (standard or optionally fit based on feature) are anchored by a large touchscreen display that serves as the command center for the new integrated onboard payload system, control customizations, improved telematics and streamlined operating parameters. Click for more...

Volvo H-Series 2.0 Wheel Loaders: New Hydraulics and Optimized Transmission for Faster Cycle Times →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The H-Series wheel loaders from Volvo Construction Equipment take a proven machine and add the latest technology, including the next-generation OptiShift and new load-sensing hydraulics and transmission. The result is a wheel loader lineup that boasts faster cycle times and improved fuel efficiency. The H-Series 2.0 Update is now available on the L150H, L180H, L220H and L260H. Additional models will soon follow. Click for more...

Komatsu WA800-8 Wheel Loader Increases Fuel Efficiency, Features New Technology →

From Construction Equipment Guide... With newly designed front and rear frame and loader linkages, the Tier IV Komatsu WA800-8 wheel loader has the most durable chassis in model history, according to the manufacturer.* On display at the Komatsu booth at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2020, the 254,700 lb. (115,530 kg) wheel loader is designed to load 60 to 100 ton haul trucks in quarry, aggregate and mining applications. To keep operators comfortable throughout long shifts, the cab has been re-engineered with a 7-inch high resolution monitor, a heated and ventilated air-suspension operator seat, improved access and enhanced visbility. Click for more...

ESCO Ultralok U60 Adapters Now Offered With Wear Cap Option for Loaders and Excavators →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Working closely with customers in demanding wheel loader and excavator applications, ESCO identified the need for additional adapter protection. Large quarry and small mining class loader conditions can be extremely abrasive, accelerating top adapter wear. In addition to shortening adapter life, it exposes the back of the tooth to more wear and impact, especially during the dumping cycle. ESCO has addressed this issue for the Ultralok Tooth System in the U60 size used in quarry, mining and construction applications by developing a wear cap adapter system. Click for more...

Doosan Introduces DL580-5 Wheel Loader to Serve Aggregate, Mining, Construction Markets →

Doosan Infracore North America LLC is expanding its wheel loader lineup with the new DL580-5 wheel loader. This machine offers customers a two-pass fill wheel loader for over-the-road, 24-ton capacity trucks, improving operational efficiency and reducing load-out cycle times. The Doosan DL580-5 wheel loader is designed to serve customers in mining and aggregate work, and it is capable of heavy-duty construction tasks. Click for more...

ESCO Nemisys Lip System for Wheel Loaders →

From Construction Equipment Guide... With more than 4,000 digging hours of testing and validation, ESCO's Nemisys Lip System for wheel loaders offers a distinct advantage for global mining operations, according to the manufacturer. The Nemisys tooth system is a field-proven performer with installations on more than 500 machines worldwide. Initially developed for large mining shovels and hoes, the system is now configured for optimum performance on wheel loaders. Click for more...

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