Field Test

Cover Story: Field Report
Comparing Vermeer's RTX1250 Plowing on Tires, Rubber Tracks, and Steel Tracks
Our vibratory-plow obstacle course measures production differences between the RTX1250's three traction options
11/1/2008
By Walt Moore, Senior Editor, and Larry Stewart, Executive Editor

Cover Story: Field Test
On-Site Testing Reveals New Kobelco's Strengths
Kobelco's SK350LC Acera Mark 8 hydraulic excavator goes bucket-to-bucketwith its predecessor in a Construction Equipment field test
8/1/2008
By Mike Anderson & Walt Moore, Senior Editors

Field Report
Ditch Witch Zahn: Dedicated Versatility
This new trencher is designed to rival dedicated-machine performance without sacrificing versatility
5/1/2008
By Walt Moore, Senior Editor

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New "Combi" Is Faster, Friendlier
Atlas Copco's new CC 1700 combination cutter, replacing the CC 1501, utilizes more hydraulic power and has a friendlier design that greatly simplifies jaw changes
9/1/2007
By Walt Moore, Senior Editor

Field Report: ASV Scout SC-50
ASV Scout: Innovation Plus Proven Technology
This new rubber-track carrier borrows established technology from its loader counterparts, then adds some good ideas of its own
7/1/2007
By Walt Moore, Senior Editor

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More Machine Runs on Less Fuel
In-the-dirt testing illustrates the merit of the new Case 821E's design — which leaves little unchanged from that of its predecessor
6/1/2007
By Walt Moore, Senior Editor

Field Report
Smarter Grip, Less Slip
Volvo says Automatic Traction Control for its articulated haulers simplifies driving chores and saves on operating costs
1/1/2007
By Walt Moore, Senior Editor

Field Report
Eleven Chances to Hit the Right Gear on Volvo's G900-Series Motor Graders
Construction Equipment visited Volvo on its home turf for motor graders to learn first-hand what experienced operators might think of the company's new 11-speed transmission
10/1/2006
By Walt Moore, Senior Editor

Cover Story: Field Test
Powerful New Crawler Dozer Has Good On-Site Numbers
In a recent CE field test, Komatsu's new D155AX-6 dozer went blade-to-blade with its D155AX-5B predecessor — and proved what technology can accomplish
8/1/2006
By Walt Moore, Senior Editor

Cover Story: Field Test
John Deere's 350D Excavator Proves Its Potential
Deere's new D-Series hydraulic excavator not only convincingly outworked its predecessor, but was ever so easy on fuel — and on the operator
5/1/2006
By Walt Moore, Senior Editor

Cover Story: Field Report
"Thumbs Up" for Cat's New E-Series
The hydraulic-thumb mounting structure on every Caterpillar E-Series backhoe-loader is just one item on a long list of significant design changes
3/1/2006
By Walt Moore, Senior Editor

Cover Story: Mini-Skid Workdays
Pound-for-Pound, The Mightiest Around
CE's hands-on evaluation of seven mini skid-steer loaders points up the surprising power and versatility of these small workhorses
2/1/2006
By CE Staff

Field Report
What Speed Bump?
ASV's new SR-Series rubber-track loaders - so freshly designed that they share just a handful of part numbers with the company's other models - feature a supple new undercarriage that soaks up obstacles in its path
1/1/2006
By Walt Moore, Senior Editor

Field Report
Two Ferocious Grinders Work Together
St. Louis Composting finds that using two types of grinders - tub and horizontal - promotes efficiency and lowers costs
8/1/2005
By Walt Moore, Senior Editor

Field Report
Don't Stop for Coffee
Bomag's big investment in developing a new range of reversible-plate compactors pays off in jobsite performance
6/1/2005
By Walt Moore, Senior Editor

Field Report
Big Ripper Tractors, Move Over
The IronWolf Crusher isn't a milling machine, and it doesn't work effectively in all materials, but it's aiming to take a bite of the rock-excavating market
3/1/2005
By Walt Moore, Senior Editor

Cover Story: Field Test
Gehl 40-Series: More Work on Less Fuel
CE's field test of Gehl's next-generation skid-steers show considerable gains in productivity, fuel efficiency and operator amenities
11/1/2004
By Walt Moore, Senior Editor

Cover Story: Field Report
Bell's 4206D/T Makes Tracks Anywhere
This new prime mover combines the character of a rugged off-highway hauler with a high-torque drive train and innovative track system to become a brut of a puller
8/1/2004
By Walt Moore, Senior Editor

Field Report
Design Overhaul for Wacker's Trench Rollers
These new trench rollers retain the company's traditional features, but add liquid cooling, a redesigned vibratory system and simpler, safer controls
5/1/2004
By Walt Moore, Senior Editor

Field Report
All-New Design for Cat's Ambidextrous TH220B
This two-section-boom telehandler, a new size for Caterpillar, is designed to be as good at loading as it is at lifting
3/1/2004
By Walt Moore, Senior Editor

Cover Story: Field Test
Komatsu Loader Trades Gears for Fluid Power
The new hydrostatic-drive WA250-5 wheel loader, less torque converter and conventional transmission, is easy on fuel and delivers added production
1/1/2004
By Walt Moore, Senior Editor

Cover Story: Field Test
Design Overhaul Transforms Gradall's 4100
One engine (not two), conventional excavator layout, refined hydraulics, enhanced performance and sleek styling characterize this new Gradall
8/1/2003
By Walt Moore, Senior Editor

Cover Story: Field Test
JCB Pushes the Right Design Buttons
In-the-dirt testing shows substantial gains in productivity and fuel efficiency for JCB's New Generation 214 backhoe-loader
5/1/2003
By Walt Moore, Senior Editor

Field Report
Exclusive First Look: RC-100 Will Make Friends with Any Operator
This new 100-hp Posi-Track from ASV has suspended rubber tracks, single lever steering, no-stall drive, hydraulic coupler and lots of attachment power
3/1/2003
By Walt Moore, Senior Editor

Cover Story: Field Test
CX330 Advances Case's Excavator Technology
New electronic engine and more hydraulic power give the CX330 excavator clear advantages over its 9050B predecessor
1/1/2003
By Walt Moore, Senior Editor

Field Test: 330C-L Excavator
Caterpillar's 330C Excavator Design Targets Tool Control
The new 330C-L hydraulic excavator retains its predecessor's brute strength, but complements that with enhanced performance and controllability
11/1/2002
By Walt Moore, Senior Editor

Field Test: PC200LC-7 Excavator
Komatsu Polishes 20-Tonner's Design
The new PC200LC-7 might retain the same basic engine and hydraulic system as its predecessor, but it exhibits refined performance and more operator amenities
9/1/2002
By Walt Moore, Senior Editor

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