Compact Excavators

Video: Takeuchi Brings Its First Electric Excavator, the TB20e, to North America
The battery-powered model delivers similar performance to its diesel-powered counterpart, yet releases zero emissions and much less noise.
May 10, 2023
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Wacker Neuson Fits 14-Ton Output into 10-Ton Wheeled Excavator
The high-performance EW100 runs on 136 horsepower and travels up to 24 mph.
May 8, 2023
EW100 Wacker excavator digging on trail
Hyundai Rolls Out 3 New HX-A Series Compact Excavators
Ranging from 3.5 to 5 tons, they have larger cabs, increased hydraulic power, lower emissions – and they've won a design award.
April 21, 2023
Hyundai HX48AZ compact excavator
Case Enters New Weight Class with Zero Tail Swing Mini Excavator
“The CX42D exists in a critical industry weight class between 4 and 5 metric tons that we did not previously have.”
March 27, 2023
Case CE CX42D mini excavator
Wacker Neuson Completely Redesigns its EZ26 Compact Excavator
The 2.5-ton excavator gets many features from the company's larger models, including more power and comfort.
March 22, 2023
Wacker Nelson EZ26 compact excavator
Case CE Debuts Two New Electric Mini Excavators at ConExpo 2023 (Video)
The 3,186-pound CX15EV is available now, while the 4,828-pound CX25EV will arrive later this year. Get an up-close look at the CX15EV in this video.
March 21, 2023
New Case Electric Excavator at ConExpo
Takeuchi Launches its First Short Tail-Swing Excavator in 5-Ton Class
The TB350R has a rear swing overhang of 2.95 inches for tight jobsites or up against buildings and other obstructions.
March 6, 2023
Takeuchi TB350R short tail swing compact excavator
First Develon Machine Released: the DX89R-7 Compact Excavator
The 9-metric-ton mini excavator represents the first release from the company formerly known as Doosan Infracore.
February 17, 2023
Develon DX89R-7 outdoor studio style shot
Takeuchi Releases TB20e Electric Excavator to Qualified Dealers
Following a yearlong pilot program with United Rentals, customers will soon be able to purchase the battery-powered compact excavator from qualified dealers.
February 15, 2023
Takeuchi TB20e battery-powered compact excavator
The Rapidly Advancing Compact Excavator – Diesel and Electric
Here’s what you need to know about the latest diesel and electric models, new tech, and buying in a weird market.
February 13, 2023
Cat 304 compact excavator digging in dirt beside building under construction
Video: A Closer Look at Kubota’s New KX030-4 Compact Excavator
Check out this video to see all the new features for this 3-ton excavator, which will replace the KX71-3S.
January 26, 2023
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Komatsu PC78US-10: The Small Excavator with the Highest Retained Value for 2022
The excavator registered a five-year retained value of 76% – 15 percentage points higher than the overall average for its category.
December 22, 2022
Komatsu PC78US-11 excavator scooping gravel
Wacker Neuson EZ17: The Compact Excavator with the Highest Retained Value for 2022
The excavator is expected to retain 79% of it value over 5 years – 17 percentage points above the average.
December 7, 2022
Wacker Neuson EZ17 compact excavator digging beside and under frame structure
Wacker Neuson's Flagship Compact Excavator, the ET58
Loaded with technology and 48 horsepower, the 5.8-ton excavator took the stage at Equip Expo 2022.
November 7, 2022
Wacker ET58 hydraulic thumb
Bobcat Launches 2-Ton 19e Electric Excavator at Bauma
The new addition expands the company's battery-powered excavator lineup to three models.
November 1, 2022
E19e hauling picking up chunk of concrete.
Cat Offers Entry-Level Grade Assist Tech on Mini Excavators
Entry-level grade assist options are now available for 6- to10-ton mini excavators.
October 31, 2022
Cat 308 with Ease of Use features
Cat Expands its Tiltrotator Line to Mini Excavators
Models 302.7 through 310 can be equipped with the company's tiltrotators.
October 24, 2022
Cat 306 Mini Excavator with a TRS6 tiltrotator
Kubota Rolls Out New Compact Excavator for U.S., the KX030-4 (Video)
The new 24-horsepower model features a larger cab, auto-downshift and dozer blade float.
October 24, 2022
Kubota KX030-4 compact excavator behind dirt trench bucket raised to side
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