Wheel Loaders

“A Really Solid Machine” – Test Run of Komatsu’s WA475-10 Wheel Loader
In this episode of The Dirt, host and professional equipment operator Bryan Furnace gives his detailed impressions of Komatsu's large loader after a test run.
January 6, 2023
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Quick Data: 2022 Top-Selling Wheel Loaders and Auction Trends
Find out the most popular models of new and used financed machines, and which models are fetching the most at auction.
November 1, 2022
Komatsu WA270-8 Wheel Loader
Deere Launches P-Tier Line of Large Wheel Loaders
The loaders get boosts in technology, durability and fuel economy for tackling tough jobs.
October 13, 2022
744 P-tier wheel loader
Deere Brings "No Frills" 644 G-Tier Wheel Loader to U.S. Market
The midsize loader was first introduced to Canada and is now making its way south.
September 19, 2022
John Deere 644 G-tier wheel loader
Loaded with Tech: Wheel Loaders Advance in Most Every Way
They can save on fuel, increase safety and boost productivity – if you know what to look for. Check out the latest models here.
September 14, 2022
Hitachi ZW100 Wheel loader dumping gravel on rock pile
Liebherr’s Next Generation Mid-Size Wheel Loaders Coming to America
The completely redeveloped L 526, L 538 and L 546 models feature more power, faster cycle times and new technology.
July 11, 2022
Liebherr L 538 wheel loader loading dump truck in quarry
Volvo Upgrades its Largest Wheel Loader, the L350H
The revamped loader is more productive and fuel efficient and reduces service costs, the company says.
June 24, 2022
Volvo L350H wheel loader hauling chunks of concrete
Cat Introduces Lower-Cost, Fuel-Saving 966 GC Wheel Loader
The 321-horsepower medium-sized loader is designed for reduced owning and operating costs and lower fuel consumption.
June 6, 2022
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Hyundai’s New Largest Loader: The HL980A Unveiled
Highlights include updated styling, a more fuel-efficient engine and a 7.3-cubic-yard bucket.
April 19, 2022
Hyundai HL980A wheel loader world of asphalt
Deere Unveils 904 P-Tier Wheel Loader at World of Asphalt
The large loader is another addition to the company's new tier naming system and features an industry-first wider rearview camera system.
March 29, 2022
Deer 904 P-Tier wheel loader loading
Doosan Intros 3 More Dash-7 Wheel Loaders for U.S.
The full 10-model lineup represents the company's first complete loader overhaul in over a decade.
February 23, 2022
Doosan DL250-7 wheel loader dirt pile
LiuGong Launches New Lineups of Excavators and Wheel Loaders
With 20 product launches this year, the Chinese manufacturer aims to compete in the global market.
February 1, 2022
LiuGong 856H wheel loader scooping dirt on a construction site.
Cat's 988K XE Wheel Loader Gets 10% Faster, 5% More Productive
The new electric-drive 988K XE boosts speed, power and fuel savings. It even has a coaching system for new operators.
January 5, 2022
Cat 988K XE Wheel Loader digging into a pile of dirt.
Cat Next Gen Medium Wheel Loaders Pack a Technology Punch
The updated 966, 966 XE, 972 and 972 XE come with more standard technology to increase productivity, reduce fuel burn and lower maintenance costs.
November 15, 2021
Cat 972 Next Generation medium wheel loader
Hitachi Rolls Out ZW100-6 Wheel Loader for Lighter Jobs
Small, yet powerful, this wheel loader features 101 horsepower and 9,680 pounds of breakout force.
November 10, 2021
Hitachi Z100-6 wheel loader is the latest addition to the Dash-6 lineup.
Big bucket and counterweight enable Komatsu’s new WA480-8 to fill trucks in just three passes
With a generously sized 7.2 cubic yard bucket and 1,400-pound counterweight, this yard loader is built for moving a lot of material fast.
October 18, 2021
Komatsu WA480-8
Video: Doosan's Latest Wheel Loaders Are New in Every Way | The Dirt #27
From a "transparent bucket" and a new exterior design all the way down to a more spacious cab and maintenance improvements on the inside, we brought in the experts to discuss everything new on Doosan's latest loaders.
June 11, 2021
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"Redefining Fully Loaded": New Cat 980, 982 Loaders Also Come in XE Versions
Cat's new Payload with Assist — providing an accurate weighing of bucket payloads — is now standard on all 980 and 982 loaders.
May 24, 2021
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