Years ago, wheeled excavators were predicted to catch fire in North America and attain similar usage as they do in Europe. Although that day hasn't come, there are many uses for this versatile on- and off-road machine.
In addition to speeding between job sites, the units can handle multiple attachments well, especially with the addition of a tiltrotator.
About the Author
Frank Raczon
Frank Raczon has covered and influenced the equipment industry for 35 years, including 15 years as senior editor of Construction Equipment, and marketing, advertising, and public relations work with the industry's top manufacturers. In addition to authoring "Caterpillar: Modern Earthmoving Marvels" (Motorbooks, 2015), he has won numerous awards in his career, highlighted by nods from the Construction Writers Association, the Association of Equipment Manufacturers, the Business Marketing Association, and BtoB magazine. Raczon has also won a number of awards from publishing peer groups such as ASBPE and TABPI.