Komatsu is introducing the new WA170M-11 wheel loader, expanding its wheel loader series in the 9-10 tonne operating weight range. This new model, developed and produced in Hannover, Germany, will be shown for the first time to a wider audience at Bauma 2025. With an operating weight of around 10 tonnes, the WA170M-11 is a…

CASE Construction Equipment is filling the gap between its compact and medium-size wheel loaders, with the launch of the 421G. With an operating weight of 8,970kg, the machine has been designed to work with a 1.5m³ standard bucket, or a 1.7m³ light material bucket. Power and Efficiency Powered by a 3.6-litre FPT turbocharged diesel engine,…

Need a late registration tipper in a hurry? Got to have insulation and tarmac chutes? It looks like MAC’s Truck Sales has the answer – they claim to have the largest stock of 7.5 to 18 tonne tippers in the UK. Check out the MAC’S Trucks inventory on our sister site, Truckpages. In the news…

Komatsu has announced the new WA700 wheel loader, engineered with increased levels of safety and productivity, exceptional durability, and impeccable environmental credentials. Working from customers’ input, Komatsu identified that safety, cost per tonne produced, CO2 emission, maximising uptime, and operator well-being were the key concerns of customers. These insights were integral to the development process,…

With limited yard space and 190 acres of steep, exposed terrain on his hillside farm in Cookstown, Northern Ireland, David Lennox faced a challenge – how to improve efficiency through mechanisation. “Being a small farm, we don’t have the luxury of lots of generous animal housing, and what we do have, is fairly low and…

JCB will unveil a large number of new machines for materials handling in Hall 17, stand 740 at the LAMMA Show, being staged at NEC Birmingham on 15/16 January. In addition to featuring the JCB Fastrac iCON high-speed tractors, the exhibit will underscore JCB’s leading role in efficient materials handling, with British-built solutions that include…

It is time for a double celebration. Truck and Plant Pages magazine has reached the 250th issue. Launched pre-lockdown, five years of publishing has brought us to the successful combination of printed magazine and websites for plant, farm machinery, trucks, trailers and vans. The second reason to celebrate is the sight of the first Plant-focused…

Caterpillar Inc. will launch its Centennial Celebration during CES 2025, providing visitors the opportunity to reflect on the company’s global impact over the last century as well as envision what’s in store for the future. Caterpillar’s exhibit, “The Next 100 Years: Experience What’s Possible,” will feature a powerful combination of technologies and expertise designed to…

Caterpillar has revealed that Cat Command for Loading is expanding to all medium wheel loaders, excluding the GC models. Removing the operator from the machine, Command for Loading offers semiautonomous remote control of next generation Cat 950 – 982 wheel loaders designed to increase operating safety in hazardous environments. Remote Operation Expansion  Cat Command for…

Mecalac, a specialist in compact loaders and dumpers has extended their MCL range of small loaders that has been tailored specifically for agricultural applications. Mecalac’s entry into this market was driven by the increasing demand for small, flexible articulated loaders within the agricultural and landscaping industries. MCL loaders are expertly engineered to excel in confined…

Komatsu has launched its latest generation of wheel loaders, the WA475-11 and WA485-11. These two new models have improved efficiency in terms of fuel consumption and payload and bucket capacity and reduced emissions. Power and Efficiency At the heart of new Dash 11 generation wheel loaders is a newly developed Komatsu diesel engine which is…

Volvo CE is celebrating the opening of their new production facilities for electric wheel loaders at its plant in Arvika, Sweden. The building in Arvika is the latest development for the Swedish site which specialises in manufacturing medium and large wheel loaders. Measuring approximately 1,500 sq m and constructed in less than a year following…

Caterpillar has introduced multiple technology and performance updates on the next generation Wheel Loaders to increase productivity and operating ease. The new auto front differential lock engages the differential lock to recover or maintain traction. Additionally, upgrades to both auto front and rear differential locks are options for the wheel loaders. The auto lock is…

Another Volvo wheeled loader on this week’s front cover – this time an L120C with a full cab. It’s a 1998 model, but is a genuine example with good tyres and is ready for work. The machine can be viewed at Plantmaster – for all the contact details see the advert on the inside front…

JCB has developed a fully glazed, heated ROPS/FOPS cab alternative for the 403E electric compact wheeled loader. The cab comes complete with heated front and rear screens, a heated seat, and an efficient three-speed heater with boost feature. It is also possible to pre-condition the cab while charging, to preserve traction battery power and potential…

Here’s a solid looking workhorse. The 2008 Volvo L150F wheeled loader looks ready to go to work and comes with just one owner and is fitted with a reversing camera system. Sold by Plantmaster, all of their details are to be found on their advert on the inside front cover of this week’s magazine. Remember,…

JCB has developed a Lever Steer option for its large platform wheeled loaders, designed to deliver enhanced comfort and control for the operator, particularly in repetitive loading operations. Available as part of the company’s JCB Controls option pack, the Lever Steer option is incorporated into an ergonomically-designed lever armrest that sits to the left of…

Here’s a solid looking workhorse. The 2008 Volvo L150F wheeled loader looks ready to go to work and comes with just one owner and is fitted with a reversing camera system. Sold by Plantmaster, all of their details are to be found on their advert on the inside front cover of this week’s magazine. Remember,…

Yanmar Compact Equipment EMEA has revealed its electric construction equipment at Intermat 2024. A trio of machines that includes fully electric wheel loader, mini-excavator, and tracked carrier. The zero emission and cordless-in-use V8e, SV17e and C08e are tailored to operate on sustainable construction projects and indoor work environments – without compromising on power and performance….

CASE Construction Equipment has upgraded its mid-sized wheel loader range, with the launch of an eighth model to the range. The all-new 651G Evolution fills a gap between the 621G and the 721G. Based on the parent model 621G, the new model offers improved loading performance, delivering class-leading levels of productivity and performance. Enhanced Productivity…