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Nov. 4, 2015
McLaughlin This fall, McLaughlin will introduce the next generation of its most popular vacuum excavator with an update including a no-hassle hose design to help save crews time and energy. The VX50 Gen 3 vacuum excavator features a hose that can hang on the side of the machine as potholing crews move from hole to hole. Current designs on the market require a hose to either be coiled into place or disconnected and put away. The VX50 Gen 3 vacuum excavator will be available this fall through the Vermeer global dealer network.www.mclaughlinunderground.com
Takeuchi Takeuchi-US has recently updated their product offering with the introduction of the all-new TS80 skid-steer loaders, available in both radial and vertical loader arrangements. The TS80 series are the largest models in the Takeuchi skid-steer product line, which also includes the TS50 and TS60. Highly maneuverable and powerful, the large frame TS80 series loaders deliver an outstanding blend of performance, durability, and operator comfort.www.takeuchi-us.com
Vac-Con Inc. The X-Cavator is designed specifically to handle the toughest and most challenging excavating jobs. The X-Cavator is powerful, durable, and easy to operate. Like every Vac-Con machine, it is fully loaded and has some of the industry’s best safety features.www.vac-con.com/hydro_excavator.html
Ditch Witch For job sites that need the power and versatility to tow heavier loads and increased payload, the Ditch Witch FXT50 truck vacuum excavator now includes a tandem rear-axle option. The tandem rear-axle model is designed to handle heavy spoils while towing a trailer, reducing overall job-site equipment and fuel expenses. In addition, the tandem-axle option includes both a receiver hitch and pintle hitch to meet the unique towing needs of any job. For additional versatility, Ditch Witch customers can customize the truck with a variety of features, such as tank sizes, wireless hydraulic booms, and reverse flow. The model remains the quietest vacuum excavator in its horsepower class and offers some of the best filtration in the industry.www.ditchwitch.com/vacuum-excavators/truck/fxt50
John Deere The 210L EP and 210L are the newest members of the John Deere L-Series lineup. Joining their backhoe brethren, which were introduced last month, the dependable and durable tractor loaders boast several customer-inspired improvements that are ideal for earthwork, roadwork, land clearing, and landscaping operations.www.johndeere.com
Trail King The 110-ton capacity Trail King Advantage Plus! HDG trailer combines the self-lifting hydraulic cylinders, non-ground bearing design, and V-shaped alignment guide of predecessor models with a new five-position gooseneck door adjustment that allows a full 8-inch range of king-pin height settings. The arched design of the gooseneck provides ample truck-frame clearance, even when set at the lowest height. The trailers have new heavy-duty pullout front outriggers and now-standard close-set outriggers at mid-deck. A third lift axle and adjustable ride-height control are standard features.www.trailking.com