RentalYard Excavators Blog Archive

    New Holland Charges Into CONEXPO-CON/AGG With C314X & E25X Electric Mini Machines
    Posted On: March 6, 2026
    New Holland is expanding its electric equipment lineup with the new 2.5-ton E25X mini excavator and C314X mini track loader, both of which will debut at the CONEXPO-CON/AGG trade show taking place March 3 to 7 in Las Vegas. ...
    New Holland Construction Completes In-House D-Series Mini Excavators Line With 5 New Models
    Posted On: February 26, 2026
    The new diesel machines will be part of a family that includes two electric options, the E15X and E25X, bringing the total number of D-Series models to nine. ...
    Caterpillar 308 CR Fixed Boom Mini Excavator Brings Reduced Tailswing, More Power To Its Weight Class
    Posted On: January 23, 2026
    The new Caterpillar 308 CR Fixed Boom mini excavator brings a reduced tailswing, more power, and greater stability working over the side to the 8-ton class with a comfortable cab and assistive technologies. ...
    Case Brings Get-More-Done Lineup Of Compact Equipment & Technology To Equip Expo 2025
    Posted On: October 20, 2025
    Case is featuring its equipment and digital solutions at booth 7216, and select units will be available to demo at outdoor area 7546D through Friday, October 24, in Louisville, Kentucky. ...
    New Komatsu PC220LC-12 & PC220LCi-12 Excavators Deliver More Power, Comfort & Smart Tech
    Posted On: September 12, 2025
    Komatsu has introduced the PC220LC-12 and PC220LCi-12, new midsize excavators in the 21- to 24-ton class, designed for residential and commercial land-clearing, earthwork, and more. ...
    Volvo Reveals New, Fuel-Saving 26- To 50-Ton Hybrid Excavators
    Posted On: March 7, 2025
    Volvo's new EC260 Hybrid, EC300 Hybrid, EC370 Hybrid, EC400 Hybrid, and EC500 Hybrid crawler excavators capture “free” energy to reduce fuel costs by up to 20% and emissions by up to 15%. ...
    New Holland Introduces Its First Midi Excavator, The E70D
    Posted On: September 10, 2024
    New Holland's first-ever midi excavator, the E70D has a 168.1-inch dig depth and 180-inch dump height but is compact enough for use in tight spaces. ...
    Komatsu To Showcase Electrification Solutions At MINExpo 2024
    Posted On: August 27, 2024
    Komatsu is excited to introduce the industry to its latest electrification solutions at MINExpo 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada, from September 24 to 26. ...
    Komatsu Brings 4 New Demolition Excavators To North America
    Posted On: August 5, 2024
    Komatsu’s PC290LC-11, PC360LC-11, and PC490LC-11 straight-boom demolition excavators and the PC490HRD-11 high-reach model are now available. ...
    Newest Volvo Midsize & Large Excavators Offer Better Fuel Economy & Operator Comfort
    Posted On: June 21, 2024
    Volvo's newest medium and large crawler excavators for North America excel in fuel efficiency, creature comforts, advanced controls, a better human-machine interface, higher productivity, and safety upgrades. ...
    New 5.5-Ton Case CX50D Mini Excavator Can Handle Pools & Other Larger Landscaping Jobs
    Posted On: May 14, 2024
    The new Case CX50D mini excavator with zero tailswing can work up close to buildings and handle challenging landscaping tasks, including brush cutting and pool excavation. ...
    55-Ton Volvo EC500 Demolition Excavator Has More Reach Than Standard Models
    Posted On: April 10, 2024
    Volvo’s EC500 Straight Boom demolition excavator has 30% more reach than standard models, a well-protected cabin, superior stability, and enhanced visibility. ...
    Caterpillar 330 Straight Boom Medium Excavator Takes Aim At Low-Level Demolition
    Posted On: April 4, 2024
    The new Caterpillar 330 Straight Boom excavator demolishes 3-story buildings with a 40.9-foot vertical reach and supports hammers, grapples, pulverizers, and other Cat demolition attachments. ...
    Versatile Komatsu PC490HRD-11 Demolition Excavator Makes North American Debut
    Posted On: April 2, 2024
    The Komatsu PC490HRD-11 is a large, versatile demolition excavator that provides six working arrangements and a boom extension. ...
    Volvo CE To Show Off New EC37 & ECR40 Mini Excavators At The ARA Show
    Posted On: February 1, 2024
    Volvo Construction Equipment aims to showcase its new 3.9-ton EC37 and 4.4-ton ECR40 mini excavators at the ARA Show in New Orleans, Louisiana, from February 18 to 21. ...
    Case Introduces New Subcompact Landscaping Equipment At Equipment Expo
    Posted On: October 24, 2023
    Case launched new subcompact landscaping equipment including the TL100 stand-on mini track skid steer, the SL22EV electric and SL12TR telescopic small wheel loaders, and the CX25EV electric and CX42D zero-overhang mini excavators. ...
    Bobcat Unveils New E40 Mini Excavator, Renames Other 3- To 5-Ton Models
    Posted On: October 12, 2023
    Bobcat recently added the new 4.59-ton E40 mini excavator to product lineup and updated the model names for the other models in its 3- to 5-ton range to better reflect their size and performance within the industry. ...
    Kobelco Introduces 42-Ton SK380SRLC-7 Short-Radius Excavator To The North American Market
    Posted On: August 18, 2023
    Part of Kobelco’s SR Series, the 84,700-pound unit has a compact design and a long digging reach. ...
    275-Ton Liebherr R 9300 Mining Excavator To Enter Production In 2024
    Posted On: July 6, 2023
    A pre-production model of the massive digger passed a rigorous testing regimen in Indonesia with flying colors, averaging 486 hours of operation per month and an average availability of 94%, Liebherr says. ...
    Komatsu Makes PC130LC-11 Long-Carriage Excavator Stronger & More Efficient
    Posted On: June 26, 2023
    The manufacturer says the updated digger can lift up to 20% more and uses as much as 12% less fuel. ...
    Develon (Formerly Doosan) Rolls Out New DX1000LC-7 110-Ton Crawler Excavator
    Posted On: April 28, 2023
    The new excavator is designed for use in pit, quarry, and aggregate applications as well as in heavy construction and infrastructure projects. ...
    Bobcat To Highlight Battery-Electric Machinery & Technologies At AEM’s Celebration Of Construction Event
    Posted On: April 25, 2023
    The manufacturer is set to show off the T7X compact track loader, the S7X skid-steer loader, and the E10e and E32e excavators. ...
    Maryland Public Fleet Buys Volvo CE Electric Equipment To Support Sustainability Initiatives
    Posted On: April 17, 2023
    “We believe in leading by example and our mission is to preserve, enhance, and protect natural spaces, so these machines will really help us with those efforts,” says Prince George’s County Department of Parks and Recreation’s Andrew Phillips. ...
    Liebherr To Present R 914 Excavator & L 556 Wheel Loader At WasteExpo 2023
    Posted On: April 13, 2023
    “WasteExpo 2023 is a great opportunity for us to connect with our customers and better understand their needs within the industry,” says Liebherr USA Special Applications Product Manager Chris Keyes. ...
    Komatsu’s PC210LCE Electric Excavator Cuts Carbon & Operating Costs
    Posted On: April 10, 2023
    The excavator is part of Komatsu’s goal of cutting carbon emissions in half by 2030 and achieving complete carbon neutrality by 2050. ...
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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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