Earthmoving & soil compaction

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Increased compaction forces are delivered by the new HC series soil compactors being introduced by Hamm. The new models are said to generate up to 15% more centrifugal force than the earlier generation models from the firm.

The new L526, L538 and L546 Generation 8 wheeled loaders from Liebherr offer high power outputs, providing maximum performance.

Doosan’s new 10-tonne DX100W-7 Wheeled Excavator is definitely a small medium-size machine and not a large compact. However, it offers the best compromise between compactness and agility and has the option of four-wheel steering and a crabbing mode, with two-wheel steering as standard.

The new Liebherr R 928 excavator offers sophistication when featuring the factory-installed machine control from Leica Geosystems. This Generation 8 crawler excavator is said to offer higher performance as well as increased productivity and comfort for the operator. The machine is also said to offer high traction and lifting forces, as well as a large capacity bucket.

Durability and performance for work and operator comfort are the hallmarks of Hidromek’s 500 LCHD crawler excavator.

Recent updates to Caterpillar’s ever-popular D4 dozer ensure improved sight lines and reduced operating costs. But the broad choice of Caterpillar technology helps operators of every skill level meet their production targets faster and more accurately.

Hyundai is now offering two ADTs, the HA30 and HA45, with capacities of 28tonnes and 41tonnes respectively. The machines may be new to the Hyundai brand but feature proven designs and technology.

Bell Equipment is offering a special narrow version of its B30E truck for use on road. The machine has narrower tyres than the standard model, giving it a width of just under 3m. This allows it to be used on-road, with customers also able to specify it with a full package of road equipment such as suitable mudguards, lighting and licence plates.