Compact equipment

OTR launches turf-protecting TrackBoss E5 Rubber Track for compact loaders

The tread features a multi-bar pattern that the company says combines a smooth ride with higher traction.

April 2, 2026

OTR's new TrackBoss E5 rubber track for compact track loaders

JCB launches new 25Z-1 Zero-Tailswing Mini Excavator in U.S.

The 24.7-horsepower model does not require DEF or DPF, is more fuel efficient and light enough to be towed by a half-ton pickup.

April 1, 2026

JCB's new 25Z-1 mini excavator gets zero tail swing

Kubota drops its biggest compact track loader yet, the SVL110-3

With 112.7 horsepower, a 3,700-pound capacity and new anti-stall tech, the new CTL can handle high-powered attachments for heavy-duty jobs.

March 30, 2026

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Cat debuts its smallest mini excavator yet, the 1-ton 301 CR

The micro digger touts zero tail swing, retractable undercarriage from 44 to 29 inches, a foldable blade and folding ROPS.

March 23, 2026

Kioti's surprise: Its first-ever mini excavators unveiled at ConExpo

The new MX 350A, MX 350AE and MX570A range from 23 to 48 horsepower, 8,500 to 9,100 pounds and get loads of standard features.

March 20, 2026

The Kioti MX 350AE, seen here, offers a longer arm than its sister, the MX 350A.

70 Years after turkeys helped invent the skid steer — Buyer’s Guide 2026

Wheeled skid steers still make their mark on the jobsite after a turkey farmer asked the Keller brothers in 1956 for a new machine.

March 19, 2026

The Keller brothers' first loader in 1956 was invented for scooping up at a turkey barn in Minnesota and is credited with ushering in the skid steer later produced by Bobcat.

JCB’s new 250T Compact Track Loader gets single-arm boom, side entry

The 74-horsepower CTL does not require DEF nor DPF and has a rated operating capacity of 2,429 pounds.

March 16, 2026

The 250T's 74-horsepower JCB Diesel by Kohler engine does not require diesel exhaust fluid nor diesel particulate filter to meet Tier 4 Final emissions standards.

New Holland debuts 5 new built-in-house mini excavators at ConExpo

The first designed and built compact excavators by New Holland range from 1.3 to 6 metric tons, 12 to 59 horsepower and have zero tail swing.

March 6, 2026

New Holland's smallest excavator is the new E12D at 2,932 pounds and 11.8 horsepower.

Caterpillar enters compact utility loader market with TUL100

The stand-on mini track loader features a 24-horsepower Cat engine, 1,000-pound operating capacity and customizable controls.

March 5, 2026

Cat's first compact utility loader, the TUL100

Volvo CE unveils 3 new mini excavators — 2 with tracks, 1 with wheels

The next-gen ECR90, EC65 and wheeled EW65 feature redesigned cabs, increased horsepower and hydraulic flow, among other improvements.

February 9, 2026

Volvo's new 9-metric-ton ECR90 mini excavator shows off its short tail swing.

Caterpillar's new 308CR mini excavator: Tighter swing, more dig depth, reach

The 8-metric-ton compact excavator replaces the fixed-boom 307.5 with increased engine and hydraulic power and other upgrades.

February 3, 2026

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A Sherpa – on tracks! Z40T, Z50T stand-on mini track loaders unveiled

When wheels won't cut it, the new Z40T and Z50T deliver up to 25 horsepower and 2,006 pounds of breakout force in a 38-inch-wide footprint.

January 27, 2026

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The right fit for your jobsite? – Compact Wheel Loader Buyer's Guide 2025-26

Here’s the latest from 19 manufacturers including Bobcat, Case, Caterpillar, Giant, Hitachi, JCB, John Deere, Kubota, Volvo, Wacker Neuson.

December 19, 2025

2026 Honda Pioneer 700 UTV: Jobsite-ready functionality at a value price

Get a first look at the 2026 model, featuring new convenience upgrades, expanded storage, enhanced protection and updated tires.

December 18, 2025

2026 Honda Pioneer 700-4 Forest

The new RCU45: The ultra-compact tracked carrier for professional vegetation management

FAE now has even more remote-controlled tracked carrier options with the introduction of the RCU45. It’s the ultra-compact FAE vehicle for managing vegetation in hard-to-reach areas or on steeply sloping terrain that requires dependable equipment, ensuring operator safety and operating efficiency.

December 16, 2025

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Sneak peek: Kubota’s upcoming largest compact track loader, the SVL110-3

Dealers have taken to social media to post the manufacturer’s next compact track loader, the SVL110-3, which would be its largest.

December 10, 2025

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Deere redesigns 17 & 26 P-Tier mini excavators with more power, versatility

With faster cycle times, increased breakout force and improved attachment compatibility, the new 1.7-ton 17 P-Tier and 2.7-ton 26 P-Tier are built to boost productivity on tight jobsites.

October 13, 2025

Attendees at Utility Expo 2025 try the new 26 P-Tier (foreground) and 17 P-Tier (background) compact excavators.

Bobcat unveils 2 new mini excavators with zero tailswing, retractable track width

The 1.7-metric-ton E17 and 1.9-metric-ton E20 can fit in tight spaces and work up against obstacles with increased power and lift capacity.

October 10, 2025

Bobcat's next-generation E20 mini excavator

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OTR's new TrackBoss E5 rubber track for compact track loaders

OTR launches turf-protecting TrackBoss E5 Rubber Track for compact loaders

The tread features a multi-bar pattern that the company says combines a smooth ride with higher traction.

JCB's new 25Z-1 mini excavator gets zero tail swing

JCB launches new 25Z-1 Zero-Tailswing Mini Excavator in U.S.

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SKIL launches 40V 20-inch Cordless Lawn Mower with Smart Caddy

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Kubota drops its biggest compact track loader yet, the SVL110-3

Kamber Parker Bowden speaks to a crowd about the advantages of embracing a multi-generational work environment.

When generations come together

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