John Deere Premieres Next Phase of P-Tier Dozers 

Improving its product portfolio of large dozer offerings, John Deere introduces the 950 P-Tier and 1050 P-Tier dozers as part of its performance tiering strategy. Previously in-market as the 950K and 1050K, these robust machines are the next generation of models to join the increasing lineup of John Deere P-Tier dozers. The new 1050 P-Tier dozer boasts an increase in…

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BKT Launches New Size for EARTHMAX SR 51 Tire

BKT launched a new size for its EARTHMAX SR 51 tire: 875/65 R 29 L-5. The new 65 series tire line is specially designed for wheel loaders working in aggressive applications, in highly abrasive rock quarries and landfills. This is possible thanks to the cut-resistant extra deep L-5 tread, that offers excellent cut and puncture protection and longer wear life.  …

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John Deere Adds SmartGrade Capabilities to Dozers

North America’s largest Power-Angle-Tilt (PAT) crawler dozer now boasts the benefits of John Deere SmartGrade. Adding SmartGrade technology to the Dubuque, Iowa-manufactured 950K PAT improves the quality of work and job site accuracy through the complete integration of the Topcon 3D-MC2 Grade-Control System. The system is fully incorporated into the machine cabin, structures and software – delivering precise grading performance…

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John Deere Dozers Boast More Power, Increased Fuel Efficiency

John Deere 750K and 850K Crawler Dozers not only meet Final Tier 4 emissions standards, but also incorporate value-enhancing features such as EcoMode and an updated Electro-Hydraulic (EH) control system. The K-Series crawlers provide contractors a Final Tier 4 product that affords higher productivity, increased uptime and lower daily operating costs in earth moving, waste, and grading applications. “The new 750K…

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CASE Debuts Equipment at Wisconsin Event

CASE Construction Equipment launched its new M Series line of dozers at a special media presentation held at its proving grounds in Tomahawk, Wis. Rock Products was on-hand for the event. One of the new machines – the 2050M – is a 214-hp dozer/ripper machine targeted to the aggregates market.

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