RentalYard Dozers Blog Archive

    Deere Debuts ‘Next Phase’ 950 & 1050 P-Tier Dozers With Loads Of Upgrades
    Posted On: March 12, 2024
    Deere’s new 950 and 1050 P-Tier large dozers come with improved visibility, power, durability, efficiency, reliability, and safety. ...
    Another Look At Caterpillar’s Productive & Efficient D10 Dozer
    Posted On: May 30, 2023
    The D10 is up to 6% more efficient than the Cat D10T2 with up to 4% lower fuel consumption and up to 8% lower maintenance and repair costs. ...
    Komatsu Dozers’ intelligent Machine Control 2.0 Helps Newer Operators Up Their Game
    Posted On: April 6, 2023
    The manufacturer says that the automated dozing features of its D39PXi-24, D51PXi-24, and D71PXi-24 models can boost productivity and precision from mass excavation to finished grading. ...
    Komatsu To Showcase Machines & Technology Designed To Increase Jobsite Productivity At ConExpo
    Posted On: February 17, 2023
    Among the machines on display will be the PC900LC-11 excavator, the PC360LCi-11 intelligent excavator, and the D39PXi-24, D51PXi-24, and D71PXi-24 intelligent dozers. ...
    Komatsu To Highlight Connected Technologies At ConExpo
    Posted On: January 27, 2023
    The equipment company will also display several machines tricked out with its intelligent Machine Control 2.0 technologies: the PC360LCi-11 excavator and the D39PXi-24, D51PXi-25, and D71PXi-24 dozers. ...
    Case Carves Out New Equipment Category With Launch Of Minotaur DL550 Compact Dozer Loader
    Posted On: August 4, 2022
    The manufacturer says the Minotaur handles both dozer and loader work with aplomb, and can use hundreds of attachments that extend its utility even further. ...
    Caterpillar Bringing More Than 70 Machines & Attachments To Bauma 2022
    Posted On: July 15, 2022
    The big construction and mining equipment show is set to take place in Munich, Germany, from October 24th to the 30th. ...
    Doosan Announces First DD100 Dozer For North American Market
    Posted On: June 2, 2022
    The DD100 will enter mass production this month and will have an official launch in the third quarter. ...
    Caterpillar Says Upcoming Electric Drive D11 XE Dozer Will Deliver Lowest-Cost BCM Of Material Moved
    Posted On: November 23, 2021
    Previewed at MINExpo 2021 in Las Vegas in September, the new Caterpillar D11 XE dozer combines more than 20 years of Cat electric drive experience and field data. ...
    Caterpillar Previews New, More Efficient D10 Dozer At MINExpo 2021 Trade Show
    Posted On: September 15, 2021
    The big machine features improvements that reduce its fuel consumption by up to 4%, increase its productivity by up to 3%, and improve its operating efficiencies by up to 6%, according to the manufacturer. ...
    New Caterpillar D4 Crawler Dozer Boosts Operator Visibility & Productivity, Lowers Operating Costs
    Posted On: July 26, 2021
    The D4 is available in 14.6-ton standard and 15.4-t Low Ground Pressure configurations, both with a new sloping hood line that provides up to 30% enhanced visibility to the area in front of the blade as compared to the D6K2. ...
    Komatsu’s D39i-24 Small Dozer Now Available With Built-In Intelligent Machine Control 2.0
    Posted On: May 19, 2021
    The iMC 2.0 system partially automates the grading process to help operators work from rough cut to finish grade quickly and accurately. ...
    John Deere Updates 950K & 1050K Crawler Dozers For Ride Quality, Productivity & Durability
    Posted On: April 14, 2021
    Deere & Company has been listening to what its customers have to say about its largest crawler dozers and has updated the 950K and 1050K to smooth out the ride, do more work, and improve uptime and durability. ...
    Slope Control Grade-Management Solution Now Available For John Deere 450K, 550K & 650K Crawler Dozers
    Posted On: April 13, 2021
    The system, which helps operators grade smooth planar surfaces by providing real-time cross-slope and main fall-slope percentages on an in-cab monitor, is now available as a factory-installed option on Deere’s K-Series dozers. ...
    Komatsu Introduces D71-24 Crawler Dozer With Hydrostatic Transmission
    Posted On: February 22, 2021
    The manufacturer claims the new dozer is the most powerful hydrostatic transmission model in the midsize class. ...
    Komatsu Intelligent Machine Control 2.0 Now Available In D51i-24 & Midsize D61i-24 Crawler Dozers
    Posted On: January 12, 2021
    Komatsu’s iMC 2.0 technology is now available in the manufacturer’s small D51i-24 and midsize D61i-24 crawler dozers, both of which are available in EXi and PXi configurations. ...
    Project Minotaur Comes Alive As CASE Officially Introduces DL550B Compact Dozer Loader
    Posted On: March 19, 2020
    First shown to the public at CONEXPO 2017 as “Project Minotaur,” CASE Construction will begin taking orders for the two-in-one dozer loader combo in Q4 2020, with units arriving in 2021. ...
    New John Deere 700L & 750L Dozers Feature All-New Operator Station, More Engine Power & More
    Posted On: March 18, 2020
    Deere used contractor feedback to develop the dozers, which Nathan Horstman, John Deere Construction & Forestry product manager for crawlers, says are “the most productive, reliable, and easiest to operate yet.” ...
    Komatsu Introduces New D155CX-8 Pipelayer At CONEXPO
    Posted On: March 18, 2020
    Set to be available later this year, the new machine and its K170 pipelayer package have a lift capacity of 170,000 pounds. ...
    Caterpillar Introduces New D7 Medium High Drive Dozer
    Posted On: March 18, 2020
    The new 33-ton D7 crawler dozer is a more productive replacement for the D7E, with 10% more blade capacity and the ability to move 8% more material per hour. ...
    Caterpillar Showcases New D1, D2, D3 Next Generation Small Dozers
    Posted On: March 17, 2020
    The manufacturer says the new dozers offer better visibility, greater fuel economy, and finish-grade accuracy. ...
    CASE Previews New 850N Dozer At CONEXPO-CON/AGG
    Posted On: March 12, 2020
    The dozer is part of the equipment manufacturer’s upcoming N Series family of dozers. ...
    Caterpillar To Unveil New Machinery, Technologies & Services At CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2020
    Posted On: January 6, 2020
    The equipment manufacturer will also crown the winner of its Global Operator Challenge at the show in Las Vegas, which is set to take place March 10 to 24. ...
    New Mechanical Angle Blade Available For Deere 950K & 1050K Crawler Dozers
    Posted On: October 21, 2019
    The blade has a number of design enhancements that Deere says improve its profile, help it shed material better, and reduce the likelihood of blade plugging. ...
    Komatsu Fields Low-Ground-Pressure D155AX-8 LGP Crawler Dozer
    Posted On: August 20, 2019
    The new model’s longer and wider tracks provide a 72% larger footprint than the standard D155AX-8, which in turn reduces underfoot impact by 47%. ...
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    What's New At Sandhills Global
    Posted 6/4/2026
    Find out about the latest Sandhills features and news, including the new Bloomberg/Sandhills dealer survey, the new parts hub, Hot Lists, and more. ...
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    Used Construction Equipment Rentals Remain Strong as Sales Cool
    Posted 6/4/2026
    Used construction equipment inventory levels continued to decline in May, led by crawler excavators and wheel loaders, according to the latest Sandhills Global market reports. ...
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    Liebherr Debuts Generation 8 Material Handlers At IFAT 2026
    Posted 5/14/2026
    Liebherr recently debuted its Generation 8 material handler prototypes, the LH 18 M Industry and electric LH 22 M Industry E, with the new emCAB cabin and Mobility Kit battery options supporting magnets and recharging during use. ...
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    Bobcat Introduces Rental-Ready PA375V Portable Air Compressor
    Posted 5/14/2026
    Bobcat’s new PA375V portable air compressor combines reliable air output, simplified service access, and long runtime for rental environments, contractors, and utility customers. ...
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    Used Truck Fleets Continue to Age Amidst Ongoing Inventory Decline
    Posted 5/7/2026
    According to the latest Sandhills Global market reports, inventory levels of used trucks on TruckPaper.com and other Sandhills platforms are down over 20% compared to last year and is continuing a downward trend. ...
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    New Vermeer TR6500TX Trommel Screen With Tracks For Enhanced Jobsite Mobility & Efficiency
    Posted 5/1/2026
    The TR6500TX features a tracked undercarriage, a large hopper, a digital drum angle readout and a full-function remote control to help optimize jobsite productivity and efficiency. ...
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    What's New At Sandhills Global
    Posted 4/30/2026
    Find out about the latest additions to Sandhills platforms, including TruckPaper.com’s new trailer model names and BoatHarbor.com’s new mobile app. ...
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    Smart Farm Machinery Sales Strategies Start With Sandhills Ag Platforms
    Posted 4/28/2026
    These powerhouse platforms, including TractorHouse, MarketBook, and SpecialtyCropEQ, reach a global audience and provide the tools and advertising options to set sellers up for success. ...
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    Used Semi-Trailer Market Improves Despite Downward Truck Market Trends and Rising Fuel Prices
    Posted 4/6/2026
    According to new Sandhills Global market reports, used semi-trailer asking prices and auction values ticked up in March and are trending upward. ...
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    When To Rent vs. When To Buy Heavy Equipment In 2026
    Posted 3/25/2026
    Financing conditions, utilization, machine availability, your job backlog, economic conditions, and cash flow—RentalYard and Machinery Trader help contractors decide whether to rent or buy heavy equipment in 2026. ...
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