Much more mobile that its tracked sibling, the wheeled excavator is a much rarer sight in the UK. Manoeuvrability is not everything when it comes to digging and moving materials. It seems that traction and stability are much more important. Stability is the weakness of the wheeled excavator which means that capacities are lower and it has earned itself the nickname of a ‘Rubber Duck’. It runs on rubber and it bobs around like a duck when working. There are still plenty of applications for wheeled excavators, especially in the waste and scrap industries, so you should always find a good selection for sale and for auction here at PlantPages UK.
Komatsu has revealed an upgraded PW148-11 wheel loader prototype at Bauma 2025. This upgrade aligns the 14-tonne short-tail bestseller with the same features of the recently launched PW168-11 and PW198-11 models, including a new design, reduced transport height, enhanced operator comfort, and increased durability. All-wheel-steering option for better manoeuvrability Included in the upgrade is an...>
Two new JCB Hydradigs have been earning their keep from day one of their delivery to a waste management company in Northern Ireland – thanks to their ability to do multiple jobs. Purchased by Portadown-based ABC Waste Management, the JCB Hydradig 110W Plus was supplied by dealer Dennison JCB. It joins a JCB TM320 Wastemaster,...>
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...>
Mecalac has launched a new range of wheel excavator loaders, the 12-Series, comprising the 12MSX, 12MTX and 12MRX models. Conceived, designed and manufactured in the company’s Annecy plant in France, the 12-Series features the most compact excavators in the world. It stands out for its unique wheel excavator loader concept, which offers versatility combined with...>
JCB was amongst others celebrating after securing a change in regulations which will allow trailers to be towed on the road by wheeled construction machinery – potentially saving customers thousands of pounds a year. The decision affects towing rules in England, Scotland and Wales and has seen the Vehicle Certification Agency (VCA) create a new...>