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Here's What to Look for When Buying a New Compact Excavator
We answer the questions you should be asking and give a rundown of the latest models.
May 12, 2022
Heavy equipment attachments
Engcon Unveils Lightweight Pallet Fork for Compact Excavators
The manufacturer forecasts that pallet forks on excavators will soon be as common as buckets.
March 30, 2022
Compact Excavators
Engcon Updates Tiltrotator Quick Coupler for Compact Excavators
Hydraulics, electronics and central lubrication are all connected automatically.
March 24, 2022
Compact Excavators
2022 Sees Rush of New Compact Excavators
Here’s a look at six of the newest machines hitting the market and a concept electric excavator coming next year.
March 15, 2022
Equipment
Kobelco Packs Large Excavator Features in New 5-Ton KS45SRX-7
Hydraulics are smoother and faster, the two-way dozer blade levels in one pass, and the cab has a plethora of creature comforts.
February 21, 2022
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JCB Launches New Zero Tailswing 50Z-1 Compact Excavator
This new mini excavator gets increased dig depth and dump height for more power and control in confined spaces.
February 2, 2022
Compact Excavators
Kubota Packs Power into Compact Size with New K008-5 Excavator
The track widths can be narrowed on Kubota's new 1-ton compact excavator to fit in tight spaces and then widened for added stability.
February 10, 2022
Compact Excavators
Dig and Travel Faster with Kobelco’s New SK55SRX-7 Compact Excavator
The mini excavator gains speed with a hydraulics boost, and gets comfort features found on larger machines.
February 3, 2022
Compact Excavators
Kubota’s Ultra-Compact U10-5 Excavator Features Near Zero Tail Swing
This 1-ton mini excavator offers class-leading bucket breakout force and speed.
January 27, 2022
Compact Excavators
Yanmar's First Electric Prototype: the SV17e Compact Excavator (Video)
The prototype mini excavator, to be released first in Europe, gives an indication of the future for Yanmar Compact Equipment.
December 17, 2021
Equipment
Doosan Launches New Lineup of Compact Excavators for U.S.
Four Doosan-built models between 2.7 and 5.5 tons are slated for the first quarter, with several more models to follow through 2023.
December 8, 2021
Compact Excavators
Aftermarket Grade Control Now Available for Cat Mini Excavators
Say goodbye to grade stakes. Cat's smaller excavators are finally getting a taste of the technology the larger machines have had for years.
December 7, 2021
Compact Excavators
LiuGong Rolls Out Two F-Series Excavators – and One Has Zero Tail Swing
Operators can dig parallel to the dozer blade, which helps when digging near walls and backfilling.
November 17, 2021
Compact Excavators
Cat Boosts Power, Speed on New 304, 305 CR Compact Excavators
Both Next Gen machines get new engines, hydraulics and technology.
November 18, 2021
Compact Excavators
Going Where Big Machines Can't – Bobcat's New E32, E35 Compact Excavators
Bobcat's new 25- to 33-horsepower excavators are designed to excel on tight jobsites.
November 12, 2021
Equipment
Dig in Tight Spots with Komatsu's New PC78US-11 Compact Excavator
The tight tail swing excavator is well-suited for urban environments, confined spaces and crowded jobsites.
October 28, 2021
Equipment
Cat Rolls Out 3 New Next Gen Compact Excavators
These three excavators are close in weight, yet have distinct differences.
June 28, 2021
Compact Excavators
Compact Excavators: Buy Now or Hang On?
Older machines are lasting longer, but newer ones – which we detail in this report – are delivering much higher productivity.
May 13, 2021
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