As German machinery show, Bauma is almost upon us, we get a chance to take a look at some of the machinery on offer, including offerings from Caterpillar which include the next generation 140 motor grader, long reach excavator and road and rail excavator the M323. Remember, there’s always tonnes of farm machinery for sale…

With a reputation for precision and reliability, G&R Groundworks is tackling complex excavation and utility projects across North Devon. To enhance efficiency in confined spaces, the company has added a Yanmar C12R-C dumper to its fleet – delivering the power, agility, and versatility needed to keep operations running smoothly. G&R Groundworks, a specialist in excavation…

One of the first Kubota KTH telehandlers sold into agriculture is earning its keep with a livestock farmer in Pembrokeshire, offering easy cab access combined with generous lift and reach. Gwyn Davies is focussed on making his daily livestock chores as comfortable as possible. It is why he chooses machinery that is not just capable…

Caterpillar has chosen bauma to unveil the Cat 395 Front Shovel Large Excavator, the company’s first new Front Shovel configuration in 15 years. Designed to meet the exacting needs and expectations of mining and quarry customers, this new Caterpillar model takes full advantage of standard next generation features, such as fuel economy and low maintenance…

This week’s front cover is taken over by the latest Actros Procabin tractor unit that’s on sale at Northside Trucks. If you are in the market for a new tractor unit, then this is the most modern model on the road today. In plant news this week, we look at Bobcat’s new forklift ranges that…

Caterpillar has upgraded its M323F road-to-rail excavator, announcing a fresh model built on the company’s next generation platform. This next generation machine helps boost efficiency, productivity and operator comfort. The redesign has also extensively incorporated feedback from users in the field. Jerome Perard, Caterpillar Market Professional, Europe, commented, “The M323F’s ability to switch effortlessly from…

Caterpillar will be launching its new Cat® 140 Motor Grader, upgrading it to the next generation platform. The new model, which features the next generation hallmarks of efficiency, productivity and operator comfort, will debut at bauma 2025 in Munich. Over the years, customers have shown that the 140’s usefulness and flexibility has few limits. Its…

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,…

Bobcat is presenting several new developments at LogiMAT 2025 as part of a display of the company’s material handling product lines, including diesel, LPG and electric forklifts, reach trucks and warehouse equipment such as pallet trucks and stackers. Bobcat is showing three new developments in the range including: Bobcat Lithium (Li-ION) Batteries At LogiMAT 2025,…

A challenge for many urban sites operating electric construction equipment is access to charging power. To solve this, Volvo CE initiated collaboration with a UK start-up on a solution. Now the two companies are playing a pivotal role in the UK-first introduction of an innovative ‘on-demand’ mobile charging van to power several electric worksites in…

Positioned to plug the gap between the MH3026 and MH3040, both already on the next generation platform, the new MH3032 calls on the same criteria to deliver performance, durability and reliability in a no-nonsense 30 MT technology-driven design. Vincent Migeotte, Senior Product and Sales Consultant, Caterpillar, commented, “ Material handling is all about efficiency. How…

BAM Construction has hailed the simplicity of the refuelling process of JCB’s hydrogen powered Loadall telescopic handler after testing the machine on a major Midlands regeneration project. The company has been trialling the first JCB 540-180H Loadall on the Tea Factory regeneration project in Digbeth, Birmingham. Powered by a hydrogen combustion engine developed by JCB…

With a maximum digging depth of nearly 22 metres, and up to 28 metres of reach at ground level, Caterpillar says the 395 LRE is firmly in the ‘super long reach’ category, matching its outstanding stick and boom configuration with substantial digging force. Best-in-class performance is Caterpillar’s description for the Cat® 395 Long Reach Excavator…

If You are involved in the construction, aggregate or demolition business, then pay attention to the trucks available directly from the operator MHH Contracting on this week’s front cover. Buying directly from the operator could get you a good deal on these 2018 Scania P450 8×4 tippers with heavy duty rams and easy Sheet systems….

Eight new mini and compact excavators will appear on the Hitachi stand at Bauma 2025. Seven of these models, ranging from one to six tonnes, are a result of the KTEG joint venture between Hitachi Construction Machinery Co., Ltd. (HCM) and Kiesel Technologie Entwicklung GmbH. The nine-tonne compact ZX95US-7 excavator is manufactured by HCM. Highly…

Takeuchi has recently hit the 50,000th sales milestone in the UK and Ireland. The 50,000th Takeuchi, a TB217R mini excavator was sold by Takeuchi dealer in the south CBL to L-Lynch Plant Hire & Haulage as part of a recent order for over 100 machines, including the latest 3rd generation 3-Series excavators. It’s not Lynch’s…

The Mecalac Group has introduced its new backhoe loader: the Revo990. This model is the world’s first backhoe loader equipped with a rotating cab. The Revo990 has a revolutionary design that overcomes the limitations of traditional machines. Engineered for improved usability, safety, and agility, this backhoe loader features a rotating cab that eliminates the need…

Commercial and agricultural construction company, McKinty Construction, has purchased two of the first new JCB A45EH articulated booms in Northern Ireland. The new machines are being used at the AI Services artificial insemination bull stud in Newtownabbey, Co Antrim. Supplied by local dealer Dennison JCB, the brand new JCB A45EH models join four JCB rough…

This week’s front cover sees Jenkins garage’s wide range of truck and plant for sale. Highlights include a 2019 Kaeser M82 Compressor and a 2013 Atlas Copco XAS47 trailer mounted compressor. In the news this week, we see how a European plant hirer has spent over £65 million on more than 700 JCB machines as…

AUSA was one of the key players in this year’s Innovative Products Awards, powered by World of Concrete, receiving an award for the D151AEG electric compact dumper. The Innovative Products Awards, powered by World of Concrete, celebrate the most impressive innovations in concrete equipment, materials, services, and tools across sixteen categories. The AUSA D151AEG electric…