Komatsu PC200-8 Hybrid hydraulic excavator combines a capacitor and a diesel engine. While construction machines normally use hydraulic motors to turn their upper structures, Komatsu’s new Hybrid model uses an electric motor for that movement. The electric motor collects energy generated when the upper structure of the excavator slows down while turning.  

Case 1221E Model Wheel Loader Case Construction Equipment announced the expansion of its E Series wheel loader line with the addition of the 1221E wheel loader. The new wheel loader features a spacious cab that offers greater operator comfort and visibility, and easy maintenance for more productive hours on the job.  

New Models in John Deere D-Series Excavators John Deere (USA) has introduced two new sizes in its family of D-Series excavators, filling out the line with the compact 60D and mid-sized 85D. The 85D excavator has a swing-boom, which gives contractors a choice for landscaping work, light residential excavating, site development and underground work.  

Multifunctional and Comfortable Excavator from Volvo Volvo Construction Equipment has added a fourth model to its recently introduced C-series wheeled excavator range - the EW210C. The new model is a multifunctional, fuel efficient, highly comfortable machine that features a new engine and a cab as well as improved hydraulics and controls.  

Rubber-tracked Dozer from John Deere John Deere (USA) has introduced the 764 High-Speed Dozer (HSD). The innovative rubber-tracked dozer combines the speed of a grader with the flotation of a crawler dozer. As a result, operators can perform grading and dozing at about double the speed of a similarly sized crawler. They also have the ability to travel 18 mph across a job site without damaging pavement.