Wheel Loaders

Komatsu America Plant Produces Wheel Loaders in Newberry, S.C. →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Komatsu America Corp. has begun shipping wheel loaders manufactured at its Newberry Manufacturing Operation (NMO) in Newberry, S.C. Production of Komatsu wheel loaders commenced at NMO late in 2009. “Komatsu customers depend on our wheel loaders because they are designed to provide the highest production, while minimizing fuel consumption,” said Erik Wilde, vice president, marketing, Komatsu America Corp. Click for more...

Case Refurbishes 500th Military Wheel Loader →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Case Construction Equipment has completed remanufacturing of its 500th MW24C wheel loader under contract with U.S. Army TACOM (Tank, Automotive and Armaments Command) and the Army National Guard. During the past six years, Case has been called on to remanufacture 250 wheel loaders for the National Guard and reset another 250 units for TACOM. Remanufacturing includes complete machine disassembly, inspection, refurbishment, reassembly and thorough testing. Click for more...

Final Segment of Anniston Eastern Bypass Under Way →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Ground was recently broken for the latest phase of construction of the final segment of the Anniston Eastern Bypass (state route 192) in Calhoun County, Ala. The ceremony was led by Gov. Bob Riley, U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers, and Transportation Director Joe McInnes on Oct. 13. The event signaled the beginning of construction on the $29.4 million federal stimulus project on the 8-mi. (12.8 km), four-lane highway that runs through Ft. Click for more...

Road Machinery LLC Hosts Open House at Gilbert Facility →

Road Machinery LLC (RML), the Komatsu dealer for Arizona, Southern California, New Mexico and the El Paso area of Texas, hosted a joint board meeting Oct. 28 between the Arizona AGC and Arizona Builders' Alliance (ABA). As soon as the board meeting was completed, Road Machinery conducted an open house of the newly renovated 19,500 sq.-ft. facility located on 9.5 acres at 1339 West San Pedro in Gilbert, Ariz. Click for more...

Komatsu Adds WA470-6 Wheel Loader to Its Fleet →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Komatsu America Corp.’s WA470-6 wheel loader features a large capacity torque converter and a net horsepower of 272 hp (203 kW). The WA470-6 has an operating weight between 51,850 to 52,150 lbs. (23,519 and 23,655 kg) and a dump clearance of 10 ft. 5 in. (3.2 m) when equipped with a 5.5 cu. yd. (4.2 cu m) general purpose bucket and is an excellent choice for construction, material handling and recycling applications. Click for more...

Sheeting Guide Frame Helps Contractor With Utility Work →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The Florida Department of Transportation (DOT) recently let a job to widen almost 3 mi. (4.8 km) of State Route (SR)-50 in the heart of Orlando, between the SR-417 Toll Road and SR-456. Lane Construction Co., headquartered in Cheshire, Conn., was low bidder on the project. Even though this is primarily a road building project, invariably underground utilities are encountered and need to be diverted, replaced or upgraded in some capacity. Click for more...

907H Rounds Out Cat Compact Wheel Loader Lineup →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The new Cat 907H, the latest addition to the Cat compact wheel loader range, fits between the 906H and 908H models to give buyers even more choices. The new 70-net hp (52 kW) model features a skid steer loader style coupler, auxiliary hydraulic system, Cat C3.4 diesel engine, two-speed hydrostatic drive, standard differential locks in both axles, parallel-lift Z-bar loader linkage and high-visibility operator’s station. Click for more...

Hensel Phelps Leads Charge for New Fort Bragg Commands →

From Construction Equipment Guide... In 2005, the Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) law was passed by Congress. With BRAC, the Department of Defense reorganized its installation infrastructure in order to more effectively and efficiently support its forces. As a result of this law, operational readiness would increase and allow for innovation in doing business. A major change that has occurred under BRAC involves moving two commands, U.S. Click for more...

Joystick Steering Option Now Available on Case Wheel Loaders →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Joystick steering is now available on Case E Series wheel loaders. With the joystick steering option, operators can expect more efficiency, increased productivity and less fatigue, according to the manufacturer. Joystick steering offers a more efficient and effective way to steer a Case wheel loader. The option includes a joystick lever; a forward, neutral, reverse switch and a transmission kick-down switch — all housed in the left armrest of the machine. Click for more...

JCB Supplies 250 Wheel Loaders to U.S. Air Force During Five Year Span →

From Construction Equipment Guide... JCB continues its long-standing relationship of supplying the U.S. Air Force with wheel loaders. The ongoing relationship has resulted in 92 JCB wheel loaders in the 100 and 165 hp (74.5 and 123 kW) range shipped to date in 2009, and more than 250 units contracted during the past five years. “We are proud to continue meeting the stringent U.S. military requirements for strength and durability with our machines,” said Chief Executive Officer John Patterson. Click for more...

State Route 60/Pomona Freeway HOV Project Moves Ahead of Schedule →

From Construction Equipment Guide... With six separate high occupancy vehicle (HOV) lane-related projects currently under construction in Los Angeles County, Caltrans District 7 is clearly attempting to reduce congestion on existing interstates and state routes that lead to and from Los Angeles. One of the larger projects is the $113.9 million state Route 60/Pomona Freeway HOV lane project, which is currently ahead of schedule due to the combining of stage work, and the partnership between Caltrans and Skanska USA Civil West. Click for more...

Case Expands Series With 1221E Model Wheel Loader →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Case Construction Equipment’s 1221E wheel loader features an electronically controlled Tier III-certified engine that provides ample power to move more material per hour, a spacious cab that offers greater operator comfort and visibility, and easy maintenance for more productive hours on the job. Ideally suited for sand and gravel, stone and aggregates, roads and bridges and site preparation applications, the Case 1221E wheel loader has an operating weight of 65,600 lbs. Click for more...

Carroll County OKs Tax Hike for New Lake →

From Construction Equipment Guide... A year or so from now, the residents of Carroll County, Tenn., will be able to boat and fish on a lake covering 977 acres (395 ha), currently being created near Huntingdon. What’s more, voters were willing to approve a $10 raise in the wheel tax to contribute to the cost of providing this new amenity. Ronald Franks Construction Company LLC, (RFC) of Savannah, Tenn., is handling the approximately $8 million job on behalf of the Carroll County Watershed Authority. Click for more...

LiuGong Unveils Wheel Loaders to North America →

From Construction Equipment Guide... LiuGong North America has confirmed that LiuGong Construction Machinery in China will produce in excess of 38,000 wheel loaders during the 2009 calendar year. This growth will mark the ninth straight year of increased production of these machines and exceeds all previous production levels for the company. Increased demand has allowed LiuGong to expand outside of China into other markets including North America. Click for more...

Komatsu Introduces the WA150-6 Wheel Loader →

From Construction Equipment Guide... With increased loading power and performance for the construction, utility, government, sewer, waste and agricultural markets, the Komatsu WA150-6 wheel loader includes significant technological enhancements over the Dash 5 model to deliver greater performance, operator comfort and efficiency. The WA150-6, with an operating weight of 17,271 to 17,461 lbs. (7,834 to 7,920 kg) and a heaped bucket capacity of 1.7 to 2.2 cu. Click for more...

Kawasaki Unveils New Wheel Loader Model 92ZV-2 →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Kawasaki has designed and engineered the 92ZV-2, 6.0 wheel loader to be the best in its class. This new class introduction is not a stretched version of earlier models, but designed from the ground up from the chassis to the transmission to the hydraulic systems, to the cab. Power to SpareWith a fuel efficient Cummins QSM11, certified Tier III emissions engine, providing 284 hp (212 kW) and a 47 percent torque rise, this loader provides the power for digging as well as hill climbing. Click for more...

Doosan Wheel Loaders Offers More Options With DL160 →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The Doosan DL160 wheel loader features common rail electronic engine producing optimal horsepower and torque while meeting the Tier III emission standards and communication between the engine and fully automatic transmission for smooth operation and traction in all working conditions. Other features include:• Extended component life due to lower gear speeds resulting from lower internal RPMs, which generates less heat• Improved power train efficiency for optimum fuel economy • Multiple work mode ZF transmissions• Multi-function boom and bucket capability• Higher break-out forces and tipping capacity • A highly-effective load isolation system (optional)• Easier maintenance via centralized remote hydraulic checkpoints and accessible filters and electrical components. Click for more...

Case Offers New Hydraulic Couplers for Wheel Loaders →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Case Construction Equipment has released a Case-branded hydraulic quick coupler for its wheel loaders. The new coupler maintains compatibility with current buckets and attachments. It is now available through Case dealers as a factory-installed option or as a dealer installation to retrofit machines in the field. The hydraulic coupler is available for use on Case 521E, 621E, 721E and 821E wheel loaders and all configurations of those wheel loader models. Click for more...

New Mexico Gets a GRIP on I-40 Corridor in Albuquerque →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Five years ago in June, New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson opened bids for highway reconstruction and transportation enhancement projects under a $1.6-billion economic stimulus package called Governor Richardson’s Investment Partnership, or GRIP. By January 2009, New Mexico contractors had been awarded 90 percent of GRIP projects valued at $848 million, putting an estimated 4,000 New Mexicans to work. Click for more...

Terex Welcomes B&W Equipment Co. as New Distributor →

Terex has added B&W Equipment Co. as a new full line Terex compact equipment distributor in Fort Wayne, Ind. “We are excited to add B&W Equipment Co. to our expanding distribution network of Terex compact equipment distributors in North America,” said Del Carver, area director, North America Compact Equipment. Terex Construction introduced a dedicated compact equipment line in November and is now beginning distribution throughout North America. Click for more...

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