Wheel Loaders

How Wheel Loaders Can Make Snow Days Easier →

From Construction Equipment Guide... As you prepare for another winter of snow removal, perhaps you're tuning up your skid steer or compact track loader or adding a blade to a truck. But have you ever considered a wheel loader for this type of work? Let's take a look at what makes compact wheel loaders (CWLs) and larger models smart choices, depending on the size of your snowy job site. Why a Wheel Loader? Wheel loaders offer impressive versatility that you may not know you need until you experience it. Click for more...

What to Look for in a Wheel Loader →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Choosing the right wheel loader is about more than ticking boxes on a spec sheet. For contractors and fleet managers, it's about maximizing ROI every time the machine goes to work. Whether it's loading aggregate, clearing snow or moving material across a busy job site, a wheel loader needs to deliver consistent performance, shift after shift. That means looking beyond horsepower to the features that truly drive productivity, reduce downtime and protect long-term value. Click for more...

Southern Concrete Materials Employs New Workhorse Loader →

From Construction Equipment Guide... For several decades, the professionals at Southern Concrete Materials (SCM) in Asheville, N.C. have relied on Charlotte-based Carolina Cat to provide them with the machines they need to get the job done. SCM is one of the leading ready-mix concrete producers and suppliers in Western North Carolina and North Georgia. It runs 24 batch plants and facilities in the region, utilizing 150 mixer trucks, 25 haul trucks and 25 wheel loaders. Click for more...

40 Wheel Loaders, One Company →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The New England area is no stranger to heavy snowfall during the winter months, and Proscape is no stranger to hauling it away. As experts in snow removal, lawn care and landscape design, Proscape New England understands that customers need equipment that is durable enough to handle all seasons, and versatile enough to tackle different types of jobs. That's why the company added more than 40 Hitachi wheel loaders to its fleet. Click for more...

Fla. Biz Receives Cat Limited-Edition 938 Wheel Loader →

From Construction Equipment Guide... To American Engineering & Development Corporation, a Kelly Tractor Co. customer, procuring a Cat machine is more than just about getting a job done — it's about upholding a legacy. Kelly Tractor Co. selected American Engineering to receive the first Cat Centennial Limited-Edition 938 wheel loader in South Florida, featuring a bold "Battleship Grey" paint scheme to commemorate Caterpillar Inc.'s 100-year anniversary, reflecting the enduring, decades-long partnership between American Engineering and Kelly Tractor. Click for more...

Easy to Own, Operate, New Cat 980 GC Wheel Loader Delivers Hgh Performance, Low Owning, Operating Costs →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The new Cat 980 GC wheel loader offers low fuel consumption with an on-demand fan, load-sensing hydraulics, intuitive controls and performance series buckets. Easy to own and simple to operate, the new wheel loader is the right economical solution for a broad range of applications, according to Caterpillar. "We've built the new 980 GC on a long legacy of high performance and highly reliable wheel loaders with proven components and integrated Cat machine systems," said Frank Stadelmann, Caterpillar global product application specialist. Click for more...

Volvo Construction Equipment Wins Red Dot Award for New Electric Design →

From Construction Equipment Guide... A team of Volvo engineers and designers picked up a Red Dot Product Design award for the L120 electric wheel loader. The shape of the battery-electric machine symbolizes an era of electromobility — in contrast to the industry's ‘boxy' diesel wheel loaders. The design supports improved visibility, safety and sustainability and is the first of its kind within Volvo's portfolio of electric solutions. Click for more...

New Holland Construction Launches W100D Compact Wheel Loader With All-New Cab, Operator-Focused Features →

From Construction Equipment Guide... New Holland Construction's new W100D compact wheel loader marks the next generation of the brand's compact wheel loaders and redefines the operator experience with a redesigned cab built for a variety of job sites. Engineered for landscapers, agricultural operators, snow removal crews and more, the W100D combines reliable power with an intentional design to deliver productivity and performance in a compact class size. Click for more...

Foxx Loaders Names ABRA as North American Distributor →

From Construction Equipment Guide... ABRA Equipment Supply has announced its appointment as the exclusive North American distributor of Foxx Loaders. The first machines are now arriving at ABRA's Fort Myers, Fla., facility. With coverage spanning the entirety of North America, ABRA is actively seeking partnerships with equipment dealerships and rental companies that are looking to expand into one of the fastest-growing segments in the industry. Click for more...

New Technology Updates to John Deere P-Tier Loaders Boost Performance →

From Construction Equipment Guide... With the launch of its next generation 524 P-Tier, 544 P-Tier and 624 P-Tier Wheel Loaders, John Deere is delivering smart solutions that help boost productivity and support operator confidence on the job site. Built on the foundation of the current P-Tier lineup, these updated models are loaded with technology and job readiness features that empower contractors to do more with less, support safety and help drive down operating costs. Click for more...

Yanmar's V7 Compact Wheel Loader Features Premium Capabilities, Speed →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Yanmar Compact Equipment offers the 47.6-horsepower V7 compact wheel loader to the North American market. The 9,370-lb. machine fills the gap in the Yanmar wheel loader line between the V4-7 and the V8 and features a low operating weight, comfortable cab area and high bucket capacity. Its design, controls and speeds maximize performance and efficiency for operators in landscaping, rental, municipalities, snow removal and other applications, according to Yanmar. Click for more...

Pettibone Cary-Lift 254i →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Pettibone offers the Cary-Lift 254i in its line of pipe, pole and log handlers. Purpose-built to deliver numerous safety and performance benefits, the Cary-Lift is adept at moving and placing loads in tight stock yards. The Cary-Lift 254i features a unique overhead lift arm design, giving the operator full front visibility when lifting or transporting loads — a sharp contrast to the lift arms on wheel loaders, which are located directly in front of the vehicle. Click for more...

New Cat Single Life Cutting Edges Deliver High Wear Life, Simplified Maintenance →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The new Cat Single Life Cutting Edges for Cat medium wheel loaders feature a single bevel design that eliminates the need to monitor wear for flipping edges. Made from through-hardened DH-2 steel, these new ground engaging tools (GET) from Caterpillar are thicker and provide similar or better life to the standard cutting edge option, according to Caterpillar. The new Single Life Cutting Edges endure a wide range of applications, including both high impact and abrasion, for the Cat 950, 962, 966, 972, 980 and 982 loader series, including XE and GC models. Click for more...

Liebherr Produces Its 10,000th XPower Wheel Loader →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The partnership between Liebherr-Werk Bischofshofen GmbH and ZF Friedrichshafen AG has reached a milestone. The 10,000th XPower wheel loader with power-split transmission from ZF rolled off the production line, an impressive testament to the successful collaboration between the two companies. To mark this anniversary, representatives from ZF's Passau site travelled to Bischofshofen to celebrate the partnership. Click for more...

Caterpillar Announces Collision Warning System, Other Technology Options for Cat Medium Wheel Loaders →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Next generation Cat medium wheel loaders are infused with the latest technologies. Fully integrated for optimal performance, the wheel loaders can be easily upgraded with optional technologies as work demands it, according to Caterpillar. Caterpillar announces new technology options available for next generation Cat 950, 962, 966, 966 XE, 972, 972 XE, 980, 980 XE, 982 and 982 XE wheel loaders. "Our new optional collision warning system with motion inhibit includes object detection, people detection and motion inhibit as a package to improve safe operation by alerting operators and inhibiting loader motion in the instant a machine transitions from an inactive to an active state," said Frank Stadelmann, Caterpillar global product application specialist for medium wheel loaders. Click for more...

Volvo CE Debuts Two Mid-Size Electric Machines in North America →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Volvo Construction Equipment showcased its mid-size L120 electric wheel loader and updated 23-ton EC230 electric excavator for the first time in the United States at the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo in Anaheim, Calif. The EC230 electric excavator and L120 electric wheel loader are the first medium-sized machines in the Volvo CE electric lineup, which also includes three mini-excavators, two compact wheel loaders and an asphalt compactor. Click for more...

Volvo Launches New Generation of Wheel Loaders →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Volvo CE announced the introduction of a new series of wheel loaders. The first five models to launch are the L150, L180, L200 High Lift, L220 and L260. In addition to a fresh design, these machines boast fast cycle times, improved fuel consumption, operator comfort and the latest technology, according to Volvo. The new-generation wheel loaders will be gradually introduced across select markets in 2025. Click for more...

Liebherr Joins AEM's Celebration of Construction On National Mall →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The second Celebration of Construction on the National Mall will take place May 14-16, 2025, in Washington, D.C., highlighting the industry's latest machine innovations, workforce development opportunitie and sustainability initiatives. The event will highlight construction equipment, components and exhibits between the Capitol building and the Washington Monument. Liebherr USA Co. will be one of many OEM's participating in this opportunity to showcase equipment, aiming to educate attendees about the impact of OEMs on the industry. Click for more...

Bobcat Company Expands Lineup With New Wheel Loaders, Excavators →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Bobcat Company is expanding its product lineup with four new large wheel loaders and two new large excavators that will be available at select North American Bobcat dealerships in mid-Q2 2025. "As a leader in the compact equipment industry, we are always looking to best serve our customers with product enhancements and new solutions to help them accomplish more," said Brad Claus, Bobcat vice president of construction equipment. Click for more...

Liebherr Exhibits at ReMA 2025 Convention & Expo →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Liebherr will display multiple machines at their booth including the LH 40 M Industry material handler, L 550 XPower wheel loader, and R 922 powerhand crawler excavator. Liebherr experts also will be on site at booth #A4 to answer any questions and provide assistance with equipment. ReMA is the largest gathering of recycled materials industry professionals in the world, bringing together more than 7,000 individuals to gain knowledge, network and grow as scrap experts. Click for more...

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