RentalYard Kobelco Blog Archive

    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. ...
    Kobelco Rolls Out New 25-Ton SK210LC-11 Excavator With More Standard Features & Better Performance
    Posted On: April 4, 2022
    The 50,000-pound machine has a 160-horsepower, Tier IV Final Yanmar engine with 18% more torque than the previous model’s engine; Kobelco also improved the durability of several major components. ...
    Kobelco Announces New Generation Of Its Two-In-One ED160 Blade Runner
    Posted On: January 21, 2021
    The new machine boasts greater efficiency and productivity, as well as more power and speed than its predecessor. ...
    Kobelco Launches Faster, Stronger SK140SRLC-7 Excavator In North America
    Posted On: May 20, 2020
    The long-reach unit is powered by a new 105.4-horsepower Tier IV Final Isuzu engine with approximately 10% more power than the preceding model. ...
    Kobelco Adds New SK130LC-11 To Generation 11 Excavator Lineup
    Posted On: May 6, 2020
    The 96-horsepower excavator is designed enough to be nimble and quiet enough for work in areas where conventional diggers can’t, but still provides a digging force of 24,818 pounds. ...
    Kobelco USA Delivers Powerful CONEXPO-CON/AGG Exhibit
    Posted On: March 26, 2020
    The equipment manufacturer had a 31,350-square-foot booth that featured more than 20 machines, including a number of specialty excavators. ...
    Kobelco Plans Big Exhibit For CONEXPO-CON/AGG
    Posted On: February 24, 2020
    The company will have more than 20 machines on display, including a hybrid excavator, an array of new conventional models, several mini- and short-radius machines, and more. ...
    Kobelco Debuts New SK400DLC-10 & SK550DLC-10 Demolition Excavators
    Posted On: November 11, 2019
    The company’s latest crawler excavators are purpose-built for heavy demolition tasks, including taking apart buildings up to nine stories high. ...
    Kobelco Announces A New 90-Ton Class Crawler Excavator, The SK850LC-10
    Posted On: June 20, 2019
    The company’s newest digger is the largest Generation 10 model in its lineup, with a 90,598-pound digging force, a 146,800-pound drawbar pull force, and a 510-horsepower Tier IV Final engine. ...
    Kobelco Launches New SK75SR-7 & SK85CS-7 Mid-Sized Excavators
    Posted On: May 22, 2019
    The new diggers fall into the 9- to 10-ton excavator class, and Kobelco says they have a compact design, a long digging reach, and a short rear swing. ...
    Kentucky Dealer R.E.P. Rents Adds Kobelco Excavators
    Posted On: April 26, 2019
    Kobelco has chosen the Shelbyville sales, rental, and service center as the newest addition to its dealer network for the Kentucky, Indiana, and Ohio region. ...
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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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