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Rexroth’s Bosch, Dana divisions introduce VBO technology, R2 HVT at Bauma 2013
At Bauma 2013 today, Bosch Rexroth debuted its “virtual bleed off” (VBO) technology, while Dana Rexroth unveiled its R2 hydromechanical variable transmission (HVT), our sister site, Equipment World, reported from the show. Bosch Rexroth’s VBO technology is an electrohydraulic pump control system that that pumps only the amount of oil needed, Bernd Schunk, senior vice president […]
April 16, 2013
Cummins unveils 12-liter Tier 4 Final engine at Bauma 2013
Cummins unveiled its QSM 12 engine, Tier 4 Final version, at Bauma 2013 yesterday, our sister site, Equipment World reported from the show. The six cylinder engine reduces emissions through the use of higher efficiency air handling and advanced combustion technology, which also allows the engine to work without cooled exhaust gas recirculation (EGR). The […]
April 16, 2013
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Liebherr displays prototype of R 9XX hybrid excavator at Bauma 2013
Liebherr displayed its R 9XX concept electric hybrid excavator at Bauma 2013 this week, our sister site, Equipment World, reported from the show. The 40-ton prototype excavator, which features an electric hybrid driveline, is powered mostly by a standard diesel engine, though it also uses an electric storage devices known as supercaps and a hydraulic […]
April 16, 2013
Gear
Cummins debuts 12-liter Tier 4 Final engine at Bauma
Cummins took the wraps off its QSM 12 engine, Tier 4 Final version, at Bauma yesterday. The six cylinder powerplant uses higher efficiency air handling and advanced combustion technology to reduce emissions sufficient to do away with cooled EGR. Eliminating the EGR makes this engine up to 40 percent cooler running and allowed Cummins to […]
April 16, 2013
Gear
Rexroth’s Bosch and Dana divisions debut fuel-saving pump control system, R2 HVT at Bauma
Diesel engine performance has been tuned to the point where there’s not much more engineers can do to squeeze out any further fuel efficiency. So in the race to improve gallons per hour, manufacturers have turned to the hydraulics and other systems, and Bosch Rexroth is well positioned to play a leading role in next […]
April 16, 2013
Roadbuilding
Case gives preview of M Series dozers at Bauma 2013
Case Construction Equipment offered a preview of its new M Series dozers today at Bauma 2013, our sister site, Equipment World, reported from the show in Munich, Germany. The M Series features three models: 134-horsepower 11150M, 162-horsepower 1650M and 226-horsepower 2050M. The dozers, which are expected to appear in North America this year, will have […]
April 15, 2013
Roadbuilding
JCB introduces Tier 4 Final Ecomax engines, new machines at Bauma 2013
According to our sister site, Equipment World, JCB unveiled its Tier 4 Final Ecomax engines today at Bauma 2013. The engines, which JCB says will offer a “one-can” solution, remove the need for both a diesel particulate filter (DPF) and a diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC). The company also says the Tier 4 Final engines will […]
April 15, 2013
Roadbuilding
Wirtgen Group displays crusher drum technology in new Hamm H 25i compactor at Bauma 2013
Our sister site, Equipment World, reported today from Munich on Wirtgen’s newest technology, a combination of a concrete/asphalt milling drum with a vibrating roller that the company calls a “crusher drum.” The crusher drum, which is on display in the company’s new Hamm H 25i compactor at Bauma, destroys material underfoot while on the move. […]
April 15, 2013
Roadbuilding
Cummins, LiuGong, ZF showcase L9.3 engine at Bauma 2013
Tom Jackson, an editor for our sister site, Equipment World, reported from Munich today that Cummins, LiuGong and ZF discussed their progress and showcased their L9.3 engine, the first product of their joint venture, at Bauma 2013. The L9.3 engine will power LiuGong wheel loaders for the Chinese market. Tom Linebarger, Cummins chairman and CEO, […]
April 15, 2013
Gear
JCB unveils Tier 4 Final Ecomax engines at Bauma, calls them “one-can” solution
JCB says its Tier 4 Final Ecomax engines will offer a “one-can” solution, avoiding the use of both a diesel particulate filter (DPF) and a diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC). “The SCR unit is so compact that it can in many cases take the place of a current exhaust system and fit into existing machine configurations,” […]
April 15, 2013
Gear
Wirtgen Group unveils Hamm H 25i compactor with crusher drum, new smaller rollers at Bauma
In an enormous, two story outdoor exhibition space at Bauma, Wirtgen has tucked away several new machines and innovative technologies. Wirtgen cut its teeth in grinding and milling machines before acquiring compaction equipment manufacturer Hamm. Now they’ve cleverly combined the basic design of a concrete/asphalt milling drum with a vibrating roller to create a “crusher […]
April 15, 2013
Roadbuilding
Hyundai introduces R260LC-9A crawler excavator
Our sister site, Equipment World, reported this week on Hyundai’s launch of its R260LC-9A crawler excavator, the newest in its 9A series. Among improvements over previous models are improved hydraulics, a more comfortable cab and a stronger frame. The R260LC-9A offers an operating weight of 56,880 pounds, a bucket digging force of 38,290 pound-feet and […]
April 11, 2013
Gear
850-hp Chevy Silverado scorches desert terrain, jumps a GT-R
File this one under “just because it’s cool.” The video you see below comes courtesy of Monster Energy drinks and features driver B.J. Baldwin displaying some serious driving skill behind the wheel of an 850-horsepower Chevy Silverado trophy truck in the middle of the desert. Beyond the amazing driving, there is a horribly dopey plot […]
April 11, 2013
Gear
Terex updates TLB840 backhoe with Tier 4 interim engine, torque boost
Accompanied by what Terex says are noticeable boosts in torque, climbing and digging, the company’s new TLB840 backhoe features a Tier 4 interim-compliant Perkins engine and is now available in North America. A 94-horsepower Perkins 1204E-E44TA engine powers the TLB840. The engine includes a Diesel Particulate Filter and allows for auto-idle. Terex says the engine […]
April 11, 2013
Gear
Ford unveils F-150 SVT Raptor Special Edition (Photos)
Parting is such sweet sorrow. But in this case, it’s just awesome. As we look forward to the looming introduction of the 2015 Ford F-150, we greet the fourth and final model year of the F-150 SVT Raptor with open arms before it likely goes on hiatus. Because the 2015 F-150 will likely introduce several design changes, […]
April 10, 2013
Gear
Hyundai launches R260LC-9A crawler excavator with improved fuel economy
Hyundai has added to its new 9A series with the launch of its latest crawler excavator, the R260LC-9A.  The machine features a Tier 4 Interim engine, improved hydraulics, a more comfortable cab and greater durability over previous models. The excavator is powered by the Tier 4 Interim-compliant, 178-horsepower Cummins QSB6.7 with Direct Flow, an air […]
April 9, 2013
Roadbuilding
Doosan introduces DX420LC-3 excavator
Our sister site, Equipment World, reported last week on Doosan’s new DX420LC-3 excavator for road building and site development. The machine is powered by a six-cylinder, 362-horsepower water-cooled diesel engine with a high-pressure common-rail design with direct fuel injection, electronic control and four valves per cylinder. The engine also uses a cooled exhaust gas recirculation […]
April 8, 2013
Gear
Economical MBW GPX vibratory plates handle lots of jobs
Handle a range of small and medium soil compaction jobs with MBW’s GPX vibratory plate series, useful for granular soils in confined areas. Featuring three models—the GP12, GP15 and GP18—the series delivers amplitudes up to .057 inches, centrifugal force up to 2,070 pound-feet and travel speeds of up to 75 feet per minute, and is […]
April 4, 2013
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