Volvo CE Battery-Electric Compact Excavator, Compact Wheel Loader Viable Alternatives to Diesel Equipment for Fleets

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For nearly a year, Volvo CE has been testing its battery-powered ECR25 Electric compact excavator, and L25 Electric compact wheel loader, with multiple customers on jobsites in Southern California with the goal of accelerating the deployment of zero-emission technologies for off-road vehicles. Both machines are zero-emission solutions that meet the high-performance standards of construction customers in a variety of applications, as proven through the recent testing scenarios. Powered by lithium-ion batteries and producing zero emissions, the ECR25 and L25 compact electric machines prove themselves as environmentally sound options, with significantly lower noise levels compared with diesel equipment, which reduces noise … Read more

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John Deere Raises Bar with New High-Lift Option on 344L Compact Wheel Loader

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John Deere compact wheel loader operators can now reach new heights with the addition of the high-lift option on the 344L Compact Loader. The 344L High-Lift offers operators increased height and further reach for dumping or stacking, general construction or landscaping and snow removal tasks. With a maximum hinge pin height of 13 feet 2 inches, the high-lift option offers an additional 12 inches of reach compared to the standard 344L. The 344L Compact Wheel Loader comes equipped with the Articulation-Plus steering system, enabling operators to maximize productivity with the ability to move faster and increase lifting capacity with the … Read more

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John Deere Upgrades Compact Wheel Loader Line with New 244L, 324L Models

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Offering operators increased productivity and significantly faster travel speeds, John Deere redesigned its K-Series compact wheel loader models with the introduction of the 244L and 324L compact wheel loaders. The industry-exclusive Articulation Plus steering system on the 244L and 324L provides operators an unparalleled combination of lift capacity and maneuverability. This feature includes an articulated frame plus rear-wheel steer, providing excellent full-turn tip load and stability with a tight turning radius. Newly optimized linkage provides improved parallel lifting, with only 6 degrees of rollback. To increase productivity, the new models allow operators to move faster without having to manually shift … Read more

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New John Deere L-Series Compact Wheel Loaders Tackle Toughest Jobsite Tasks

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The new John Deere 204L and 304L compact wheel loaders deliver higher productivity, increased uptime and lower daily operating costs. An evolution of the 204K and 304K models, the L-series models are built for tasks that require peak productivity in small spaces and over rough terrain. The 62 horsepower (46 kW) 204L and 67 horsepower (50 kW) 304L models are equipped with Final Tier 4 Yanmar engines and fuel-efficient hydrostatic transmissions to keep noise to a minimum while still providing the productivity needed on the job. An optional ride control is now available, which reduces material spillage and makes for … Read more

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