Backhoe Loaders

'Wain-Roy and the Invention of the Backhoe' Author Lee Horton Talks Industry, Writing →

From Construction Equipment Guide... I have worked in the Construction Equipment Industry for over a third of a century. A good portion of that time, I was the Director of Engineering for Wain-Roy Inc., and then Woods Equipment Company of Hubbardston and Gardner, Mass., where the original backhoe was invented and first manufactured. As such, I was fortunate to work with some of the original Wain-Roy men and women who played a large role in developing the backhoe and promoting its widespread use. Click for more...

Oak Island Treasure Hunters Turn to Caterpillar for Digging Needs →

Oak Island is a dream for buried-treasure hunters, tantalizing them with links to 14th-century explorers, 17th-century gold coins and mysterious coded messages. For nearly 200 years, the island has drawn treasure-seekers. Among them are two Michigan brothers, Rick and Marty Lagina, who a decade ago invested in the mile-long piece of land off the coast of Nova Scotia and began to paw through its soil. Click for more...

Case Announces Enhancements to N Series Backhoe Loader Line →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Case Construction Equipment has introduced several machine enhancements to its N Series backhoe loaders incorporated throughout the machine — from cab and drivetrain improvements to enhancements to the hydraulic and electrical systems. Case also has made standard several options that were previously optional, and now offers an increased suite of factory options on all N Series backhoe loaders. Click for more...

ASV Adds Ohio Dealer to Network →

From Construction Equipment Guide... ASV Holdings Inc., an industry-leading manufacturer of all-purpose and all-season compact track loaders and skid steers, has added National First Equipment, LLC to its dealer network. The Berea, Ohio-based center rents, sells and services a variety of used compact construction equipment, including skid steers, mini excavators, wheel loaders, dozers and backhoes. “We've always been focused on providing high-quality equipment and after-sales support to landscapers, do-it-yourselfers and small contractors,” said Larry Mahnen, National First Equipment general manager. Click for more...

Company Wrench Holds JCB Backhoe Rodeo, Demo Event at Its Headquarters →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Company Wrench held a JCB Backhoe Rodeo & Demo day Sept. 29 at its headquarters in Carroll, Ohio. The event featured a full lineup of JCB equipment on display with select machines available for demonstration. Attendees received door prizes along with a hearty barbecue lunch. The event drew area contractors and included long time Company Wrench customers, as well as potential new customers who came to learn about the JCB line. Click for more...

JCB to Showcase Equipment Innovations at ICUEE 2017 →

From Construction Equipment Guide... JCB has confirmed that the Teleskid, Hydradig 110W tool carrier, 3CX Compact backhoe loader and 48Z-1 compact excavator, will be on display at the 2017 International Construction and Utility Equipment Exposition (ICUEE) in Louisville, Ky., from Oct. 3 to 5. The company will also demonstrate its 509-45 Loadall telescopic handler with a radio remote-control work platform and preview its new 503-13 Loadall sub-compact telehandler, which will be launched in 2018. Click for more...

SANY Enters Backhoe Loader Market, Introduces BL70C →

From Construction Equipment Guide... SANY America's BL70C, the first backhoe loader ever offered by the company, is a Tier IV F loader that is precision engineered to maximize performance, fuel economy and machine uptime to provide the best value for the end user. This machine is easy to transport and powerful enough for any application, according to the manufacturer. Kevin Grover at SANY America said, "The SANY BL70C backhoe has the power and versatility to be the ideal machine for a general contractor that needs to be able to handle a different job every day." The SANY backhoe loader utilizes Deutz, ZF and Rexroth components for all major systems. Click for more...

Integrated Tractor Backhoe Has Roots in Heartland →

From Construction Equipment Guide... BURLINGTON, Iowa (AP) The integrated tractor backhoe loader is as common on construction sites as workers in hard hats. But few realize the revolutionary machine was developed at the Case New Holland plant in Burlington, all the way back in 1957. “We are known as the inventor of the integrated backhoe, and that's never going to change,' said Ed Brenton, brand marketing manager of CNH Industrial. Click for more...

Mecalac Presents Terex TLB840R Backhoes With Curved Boom Design →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Designed to increase productivity and profitability, Terex backhoe loaders are powerful workhorses armed with a host of new features aimed at enhancing comfort, reducing driver fatigue and aiding productivity. Each model features a curved boom design for increased reach and dig depth and the operator is afforded maximum comfort with ergonomically designed controls, climate control and a lumbar-supporting suspension seat. Click for more...

JCB 3CX Compact Built for North American Markets →

From Construction Equipment Guide... JCB's 3CX compact delivers JCB's legendary backhoe loader performance and versatility, in a 35 percent smaller package, making it ideal for confined urban job sites and highway repair, according to the manufacturer. The 3CX compact will be available with a front-end skid steer coupler, allowing customers to utilize a wide range of standard-flow hydraulic attachments. JCB also will offer a high-flow auxiliary hydraulic circuit, further boosting utilization for operators. Click for more...

John Deere Adds Dig, Lift, Carry Updates to L-Series Backhoes →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Updates to the John Deere L-Series backhoe lineup enhance the productivity and uptime for professionals looking to lift more and multitask on the job site. The key backhoe updates include the introduction of precision mode, enhanced pilot controllers, two new rear quick coupler offerings and a redesigned hydraulic thumb. “Our L-Series lineup is popular among utility contractors in the Americas, and we're constantly working with fleet managers, owners and operators to make machine tweaks with a focus on increasing productivity and uptime,” said Brian Hennings, product marketing manager, backhoes loaders, John Deere Construction & Forestry. Click for more...

High Flow Loader Option Boosts JCB 3CX Compact Versatility →

From Construction Equipment Guide... JCB is to make a high-flow auxiliary hydraulic circuit available for the 3CX Compact backhoe loader — delivering up to 120 liters/min of flow to power a range of loader-mounted attachments. In addition JCB will launch additional features to enhance the machine including: Second step options for easy cab access Multi-function front loader control Powerslide option allows repositioning without ground damage Skid steer attachment hitch increases work tool availability Additional in cab storage Dipper mounted hydraulic pipework Attachment Driver The 3CX Compact will be available with a high-flow front-end auxiliary hydraulic circuit capable of delivering up to120 litres/min at an operating pressure of 200 bar. Click for more...

John Deere and Designworks, a BMW Group Company, Collaborate on the Backhoe of the Future →

From Construction Equipment Guide... John Deere and Designworks, a BMW Group subsidiary, gave ConExpo-Con/AGG 2017 attendees a first-hand look into the backhoe vision of the future. The result of a unique research and design process introduced to John Deere by Designworks called “Fixstern.” The concept leverages emerging materials and technology innovations, such as a lightweight metal matrixed exoskeleton and a hybrid powertrain, to dramatically reconfigure the traditional backhoe machine form. Click for more...

SANY's New Backhoe Loader at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2017 →

From Construction Equipment Guide... SANY unveiled a brand new machine for the North American market at ConExpo 2017. The new BL70C is the first backhoe loader ever offered by SANY America. The SANY BL70C Tier 4F backhoe loader is precision engineered to maximize performance, fuel economy and machine uptime to provide the best value for the end user. This machine is easy to transport and powerful enough for any application. Kevin Grover at SANY America said, “The SANY BL70C Backhoe has the power and versatility to be the ideal machine for a general contractor that needs to be able to handle a different job every day.” The SANY backhoe loader utilizes Deutz, ZF and Rexroth components for all major systems. Click for more...

Kubota's L47, M62 TLBs Offer Increased Productivity →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Kubota Tractor Corporation, unveiled two new models, the L47 and M62 TLBs. The new TLBs replace the L39, L45 and M59 in the Kubota product line. Both units will join Kubota's popular B26 to round out its TLB line. “Kubota is taking its tractor-loader-backhoe line to new levels of performance and refinement,” said Tim Boulds, Kubota construction equipment product operations manager. “Our newest generation of TLBs is more powerful, more efficient and offers more features for comfort and convenience. Click for more...

Construction Boom Leads to Evolution of Backhoe Loader →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The backhoe loader is one of the most common pieces of construction equipment. In essence, it is a tractor-like vehicle with a bucket mounted on one side and a small, hydraulic digger (backhoe) on the opposing side. The arm is connected to a boom and secured with a king post, which allows the boom to pivot 180 to 200 degrees. Its versatility enables it to perform many tasks in almost any terrain. Click for more...

John Deere Rounds Out L-Series Backhoe Portfolio With Powerful 710L →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Built in the John Deere Dubuque Works, Iowa, manufacturing facility, the 710L joins the popular L-Series lineup of backhoe loaders. The latest model offers a robust 17-ft. 3-in. (5.3 m) dig depth, the largest in the John Deere portfolio, and it is ideal for loading trucks, placing pipe, digging trenches, breaking up concrete or asphalt and moving materials. The 710L backhoe meets today's emission regulations through an EPA Final Tier IV/EU Stage IV-certified 4.5L Deere PowerTech Plus engine, providing 13 percent more net peak horsepower (148 hp/110 kW) than the previous K-Series model, according to the manufacturer. Click for more...

New Cat 415F2 Industrial Loader Tractor Combines Purpose-Built Design with Backhoe-Loader Strength for Application Versatility →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The new Cat 415F2 Industrial Loader Tractor combines the basic design of the Cat 415F2backhoe-loader—including most of the frame, engine, transmission, and axles—with purpose-built components designed specifically for industrial-loader applications, such as new pilot controls, three-point hitch, and an available box blade scraper developed for the skip-loader market. Operator station and controlsThe new model is available in canopy or cab configurations, standard 5-function rear valve and 3-function loader valve, dual location differential lock, low-effort pilot-type controls for the box blade scraper, and sealed storage compartment. Click for more...

JCB's Entry-Level 3CX Backhoe Now Available With Pilot Controls →

From Construction Equipment Guide... JCB's popular entry-level 3CX, a 14' full size backhoe loader built in Savannah, GA, is now available with pilot controls. The US-built machine boasts a class leading 13,063-lb. loader breakout force and 6,354-lbf loader lift capacity to its full height. The excavator bucket has a 13,942-lb. breakout force and is powered by a JCB EcoMax Tier 4 Final engine delivering 74 hp. This highly efficient power plant has no requirement for a costly Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) or any form of exhaust after-treatment such as DEF, reducing operating costs and allowing for quicker turnaround time between rentals. Click for more...

JCB to Launch Colorful Limited-Edition Machines as Part of Ongoing 70th Anniversary Celebration →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The first batch of colorful limited-edition machines to mark JCB's 70th anniversary is currently in production. The initial wave of “Platinum Edition” 3CX backhoe loaders has rolled off the production lines at JCB's World Headquarters at Rocester, Staffordshire, UK, in a color combination last seen more than 40 years ago on the JCB 3C III model. Now, the special machines are on their way to customers throughout the UK, as well as Australia, France, Spain and Russia. Click for more...

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