Equipment: Page 98

JCB celebrates production of its 200,000th Loadall telehandler

JCB recently celebrated the production of its 200,000th Loadall telescopic handler, first launched in 1977 as the JCB 520. Click to read how it has changed.

April 8, 2016

Flanked by managing director Ian Pratt on the far left and operations director Paul Grys on the far right, JCB employees joining in the Loadall celebration are, from left, Ian Vickery, Cliff Ferrie, Mick Smith, Dave Bailey, Nick Miller, Paul Stockley and Richard Jenkinson. Photo: JCB

GIE+EXPO prize winner takes delivery of new Toro zero-turn mower

Georgia landscaper Kevin Kirby of Top Cut Lawn and Landscaping LLC has finally taken possession of his mower after winning Toro’s GIE+Expo 2015 giveaway.

April 8, 2016

Kevin Kirby of Top Cut Lawn and Landscaping, sits atop his new Toro Z Master Professional Series Z. On hand to congratulate him are, from left, Gene Mobley of Toro distributor Jerry Pate Co. and Jon Richardson of Toro. Photo: Toro

Classen overseeder covers more than 26,000 sq. ft. per hour

Schiller Grounds Care’s Classen PRO HTS20 Hydro-Drive Overseeder, new to the Pro line, carries claims that it produces 15 percent more seed rows than competitors.

April 8, 2016

The machine’s 13 double-sided blades can be reversed, effectively doubling blade life. Photo: Classen

Fastway Trailer introduces ‘Flash’ line of tow ball mounts

Fastway Trailer has introduced the “Flash” line of tow ball mounts: the ALBM, STBM, & E Series, plus a video to help you decide which one is for you. Click for more details.

April 7, 2016

Fastway claims that its STBM (solid tow ball mount) model is the quietest anti-rattle ball mount available. Photo: Fastway Trailer

Vermeer’s new FTX25 takes aim at residential footings market

The new Vermeer FTX25 trencher is a stand-on, track-mounted unit built to dig footings up to 26 inches deep and up to 12 inches wide aimed at the housing market.

April 6, 2016

Airtow introduces RS8-20, a 2,000-lb. capacity drop-deck trailer

Airtow Trailers has added the RS8-20 to its product line with a small footprint and 2,000-pound capacity -- making it ideal for carrying smaller scissor lifts.

April 4, 2016

The trailer deck remains flat while it is raised or lowered with the hand-cranked winch. Photo: Airtow Trailers

Landscaper killed after mower overturns on sloped terrain

A Little Rock, Arkansas landscaper died on Friday after his zero-turn mower overturned on a slope. Click for more details and to see our top mower safety tips.

April 4, 2016

Coming soon: Nissan unveils redesigned 2017 Titan with gas V8

Nissan has officially unveiled the 2017 Titan XD pickup -- which it plans to send to battle against Chevrolet’s Silverado and the Ford F-150.

April 1, 2016

A Nissan executive says “even the lug nuts are different from Titan to Titan XD.” Photo: Nissan

Smallest tools often make big contributions on landscape projects

Having the right equipment for a job is essential & the nature of landscaping means some of the most important tools on a project can be the smallest -- like handtools.

March 31, 2016

Handheld tools from Corona are used by many landscapers and nursery workers. Popular features include serrated edges and depth markings. Photo: Corona

Even professionals need to prep lawn mower engines for spring

Briggs & Stratton knows the importance of prepping lawn care equipment and has 4 springtime steps that apply to professionals as much as homeowners.

March 31, 2016

Terex TC85 compact excavator now available in North America

The new Terex TC85 compact crawler excavator, designed to work in tight landscaping environments, is now available in the United States, the company says.

March 30, 2016

The new compact excavator from Terex has a reach of 25 feet, 4 inches. Photo: Terex

Average U.S. gas prices climb 3 straight weeks; now above $2

For the first time this year, the national average price for a gallon of regular gasoline exceeded $2 late last week, following three straight weeks of increases.

March 29, 2016

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Polaris’ latest utility vehicle designed for worksites, wilderness

Polaris Industries Inc. has introduced the Sportsman 6X6 Big Boss, a utility vehicle clearly designed as workhorse for the jobsite but also as a sporting vehicle.

March 29, 2016

The new Polaris utility vehicle switches from four- to six-wheel drive with the flip of a switch and features integrated winch and plow mounts. Photo: Polaris Industries

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Caterpillar’s new 304.5E2 XTC is half excavator, half skid steer

Bringing a whole new meaning to the term “hybrid machine,” the Caterpillar 304.5E2 XTC excavator has everything -- including skid steer capabilities.

March 28, 2016

Aside from the skid steer interface, the Xtra Tool Carrier model is a standard 304.5E2 excavator. Photo: Caterpillar

Be safe: Bandit announces rope shear devices for hand-fed chippers

Bandit Industries has developed a patent pending shear bar device to help cut or dislodge anything caught in a chipper -- and it can potentially prevent injuries.

March 28, 2016

The shearing device is standard on new equipment and retrofits are available for the company’s earlier models. Photo: Bandit Industries

Staying organized: BrandFX introduces insert for Chevy Colorado

BrandFX Body Co. recently introduced a versatile, composite truck insert designed for the Chevrolet Colorado, model year 2015 to 2016.

March 25, 2016

The sliding roll deck on the Colorado Workpod has a 750-pound capacity. Photo: BrandFX Body Co.

Donner adds new truck maintenance products following acquisition

Donner Industrial Developments Inc. has broadened its product offerings with the purchase of Edwards by Brehmer Manufacturing, a truck maintenance equipment line.

March 24, 2016

The model POP-16 Pressurized Waste Oil Caddy runs on shop air and can hold as much as 16 gallons. It can be stored vertically to maximize workspace. Photo: Donner Industrial Developments

Easy to easier: Husqvarna launches Apple Watch app for robotic mowers

Husqvarna has created a new app, “Automower Connect,” for the Apple Watch. It works remotely -- meaning you can control a robotic mower no matter where you are.

March 24, 2016

The app enables user to send the mower “Start,” “Stop” and “Park” commands from anywhere, the manufacturer says. Photo: Husqvarna

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The 2026 Supercharged Yenko/SC Silverado 2500/3500 Heavy-Duty Off-Road boasts a 1,000-horsepower engine.

2026 GMC Sierra, Chevy Silverado get supercharged to 1,000 HP by SVE

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My27 1 Series Cu Ts 4

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Equip Expo

Housing blocks open for Equip Exposition 2026

Takeuchi claims it produced the world's first 360-degree slew compact excavator in 1971, the TB1000, shown above. The compact excavator, however, didn't catch on in the U.S. until 20 or so years later, despite American manufacturer P&H's S-20 Stik-Clam, which came out in 1965.

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New Holland completely redesigns T7 Tractors with more power, comfort

The Attachments Idea Book

Landscapers use a variety of attachments for doing everything from snow removal to jobsite cleanup, and regardless of how often they are used, every landscaper has a favorite attachment.

Attachments Idea Book Cover