A leading demolition and groundworks specialist has bought four of the first of JCB’s brand new Stage V 245XR tracked excavators. Surrey-based Wooldridge Group has taken delivery of the new machines which were launched late in 2021. At just 1,720mm, the 245XR has a tail swing that is 40% shorter than the conventional 220X, with…

Hitachi has launched a larger next-generation model from its Stage V-compliant wheel loader range. The ZW310-7 comes with powerful performance, low total cost of ownership and exceptional efficiency. Safety Systems To protect the operator and machine from potential hazards, it allows a superior view from all angles – especially with the visibility to the rear…

Stoke-on-Trent City Council is celebrating a major milestone in its mission to fix potholes quickly and permanently – after completing almost three years of repairs in just over four months with JCB’s revolutionary PotholePro machine. The forward-thinking authority has repaired a staggering 10,000m² of road with the JCB PotholePro in just 130 days – an…

Komatsu Europe has launched its redesigned PC170LC-11 excavator. The latest addition to Komatsu’s EU Stage V emissions- compliant family; the PC170LC-11 excavator benefits from EU Stage V emissions compliance thanks to Komatsu’s aftertreatment system and a range of new customer focused options. With growing demand for environmental solutions, and urban areas becoming increasingly sensitive to emissions,…

The World’s number one telehandler range – the JCB Loadall – has been expanded with the introduction of the mid-range 538-70 to give farmers and growers yet more choice in an already comprehensive offering of performance, features and specifications. The 538-70 is a genuine seven metre machine that slots into the Loadall Series III line-up…

The front cover this issue shows a Komatsu D65 PX-15 dozer that is featuring in Protruck’s plant auction on 8th February. The lots are varied at this sale and include woodchippers, rollers and articulated dump trucks. On Saturday 12th, Malcolm Harrison have an unreserved plant auction from Total Reclaims Demolition featuring plenty of demolition spec…

Civil engineering contractor has followed up its purchase of JCB’s latest X Series excavator – with an order for two more. So impressed was Glasgow-based George Leslie with its JCB 245XR, that the company is investing in the two additional models. Fuelled by HVO Supplied by dealer Scot JCB, the original model has been put…

Myrak are showing of a site dumper that any operator would be happy to use. A brand new, fully-enclosed 6 tonne swivel tip AUSA DR601 AHG. This Spanish manufacturer specialises in site dumpers and exports them all over the world. More brand new kit available from North Norfolk Vehicle Solutions – they are advertising a…

Construction materials group, Breedon has invested in two new Hitachi large excavators for its Cloud Hill and Dowlow quarries in Derbyshire. The two ZX890LCR-7s were selected due to the excellent cost of ownership of the company’s first Hitachi machine (a ZX890LCR-6) purchased two years previously with a 19,000-hour, five-year service contract. Supplied by Hitachi Construction…

Komatsu Europe have sold their 1000th HM300 ADT. Available across Europe for nearly 20 years, the HM300 was launched on the European market back in 2003. It’s been a popular choice for plant operators, for any jobsite and under any conditions, thanks to a powerful engine, its Komatsu Traction Control System, selectable working modes for…

Since their premiere in 2013, Liebherr’s compact loaders have been impressing customers as safe and reliable machines in a wide variety of industries. Liebherr has now overhauled its compact loaders and expanded the series with the L504 model. The most important innovations include the redesigned operator’s cab, which provides the operator with excellent visibility thanks…

Caterpillar will soon launch a new smart creep feature for the full range of Cat® D3 Skid Steer Loaders (SSL) and Compact Track Loaders (CTL) for operating Cat cold planer and wheel saw attachments. Smart creep senses the load on the attachment and automatically adjusts the drive command to keep the cold planer or wheel…

CVA are showing off their 2014 JCB 417HT wheel loader that’s joining a host of other plant machinery for sale at their January 25th auction. Other entries include a JCB 437 wheel loader, a series of forklifts, sweepers and mini diggers. Plenty more wheel loaders advertised for sale inside the magazine – a 2005 JCB…

Scotland’s Hodge Plant has had a great start to the year with the company’s new CASE IH dealership.  Joshua Hodge arranged for the delivery of the Hodge Plant’s first new telehandler of the year to Advance Construction. The 935 model has a 9m reach and a 3.5 ton lift capacity and has also been sold…

Built for high production on large excavators, the new Cat H190 S and H215 S Performance Series Hammers deliver consistent breaking power. Their efficient operation cycle results in less waste from internal heat for more power delivered to the tool. With piston and tool matched in diameter and mass, these new hammers offer increased power…

Hyundai Construction Equipment (HCE) and Hyundai Doosan Infracore showcased their advanced smart construction solutions and future unmanned construction equipment under the theme of “Intelligent Robotics” at the Consumer Electronics Show. The Concept-X project may help to bring about a safe and efficient future construction site based on unmanned and automation technologies and XiteCloud, the first…

A leading plant hirer has hailed the “brilliant battery life” of its two new JCB electric Loadall telescopic handlers which are delivering eight hours continuous operation on a single charge. Purchased by Wellingborough-based RJC Plant Hire, the two new JCB 525-60E models deliver zero emissions at point of use with comparable performance to their diesel…

Doosan Bobcat unveiled its new, all-electric Bobcat T7X compact track loader this month at CES® 2022. The T7X is the first machine of its kind to be fully electric, offering the full benefits of eliminating hydraulic systems, components, emissions and vibrations – all while providing cleaner, quieter machines. “Doosan Bobcat is at the forefront of…

Hitachi has unveiled the ZW180-7, a smaller 7th generation model from its Stage V-compliant wheel loader range, which has been designed to appeal to both owners and operators. With industry-leading safety features and improved comfort in the cab, operators feel in control of their workspace. Owners benefit from the new model’s exceptional efficiency and maximum…

The front cover shows a paid of unused Volvo EC210 tracked excavators plus a useful-looking 8×2 Scania with a Fassi crane fitted. All of these are available at Euro Auctions’ no-reserve sale at Leeds on 26th to 29th January. Check out their advert on pages 18-19 for more details or view their inventory right here…