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Continental Debuts Generation 3 Truck Tires
Continental demonstrated complete solutions for the construction and on/off-road industries at its proving grounds in Uvalde, Texas. The event served as the public debut of Continental’s new Generation 3 construction truck tires for on/off-road or mixed use.
Read MoreDeere Extends 944K Hybrid Wheel Loader Warranty
Confident in the strength and long-lasting design of its machines, John Deere is extending the eight-year/20,000-hour power electronic components warranty on the 944K Hybrid Wheel Loader. The warranty supports John Deere’s commitment to the durability and reliability of its popular 944K Hybrid Wheel Loader, which was recently named as a finalist for the Diesel Progress Summit Awards in the Electrification…
Read MoreHitachi Delivers Workhorse with the ZW180-6 Loader
With the addition of the updated ZW180 to its Dash-6 line-up of mid-sized wheel loaders, Hitachi Construction Machinery Loaders America has claimed a place among premium production machines for top tier construction contractors, farm operations and infrastructure fleets.
Read MoreNew Deere Dozer Boosts Productivity
Designed to meet the demanding needs of today’s earthmovers, the new John Deere 850L Dozer boasts the productivity, reliability and durability customers expect in a production dozer. A few of the customer-inspired updates include a larger displacement engine, increased operating weight, new operator station, and several improvements to maximize reliability and durability.
Read MoreKomatsu America Introduces New WA900-8 Wheel Loader
Komatsu America Corp. announced the introduction of the WA900-8. The 256,618-lb. (116,400-kg) wheel loader is equipped with an EPA Tier 4 Final certified emission regulations-compliant engine, and is purpose-built to load 70- to 150-ton haul trucks.
Read MoreHitachi Introduces EX1200-7 Excavator
Hitachi introduced the EX1200-7 excavator, which will provide increased efficiency, reliability and durability for customers. The excavator, which is available in North and South America, is the third machine in Hitachi’s new EX-7 series lineup, following the recent launch of the EX2600-7 and EX5600-7.
Read MoreCooper Tire Launches New SEVERE Series Tire for Construction Trucks
Cooper Tire announced the availability of a new mixed service wide base all-position (WBA) tire as part of its Cooper SEVERE Series lineup. The Cooper SEVERE SeriesWBA provides long miles to removal while handling the harsh operating conditions found in construction truck applications – especially mixers and dump trucks. The tire is available in 385/65R22.5 and 425/65R22.5 sizes, in load range L.
Read MoreContinental Widens Product Offering for Rigid Dump Trucks
Continental further expanded its tire portfolio for the earthmoving industry. The technology company recently launched a new compound for its RDT-Master for the use on rigid dump trucks. The cut-resistant compound was developed for rough and abrasive applications where tires have to withstand sharp gravel, rocks and stones.
Read MoreTerex Trucks TA300 Articulated Hauler Lowers Cost of Ownership
The recently updated Terex Trucks TA300 articulated hauler made its first international trade show appearance at bauma 2019. Representatives from Terex Trucks showed visitors how the company’s two articulated haulers – the TA300 and TA400 – deliver low total cost of ownership and high productivity on jobs including large-scale construction projects, infrastructure developments, quarries and mines.
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