MarketBook Caterpillar Blog Archive

    Caterpillar’s 6015 Mining Shovel: More Tons Per Year, Not More Cost Per Ton
    Posted On: February 25, 2026
    Caterpillar’s redesigned 6015 mining shovel targets lower cost per ton with 5.5%+ fuel savings, greater uptime, standard bucket linkage autolube, and a more durable undercarriage and slew bearing. ...
    Caterpillar Releases 3.1 MW Fast Response Generator Sets, Delivering Energy Security & Additional Revenue Opportunities
    Posted On: November 13, 2025
    Cat’s new G3520 Fast Response gensets represent its largest single-unit output with this capability for supporting standby and demand response in grid-connected and microgrid projects. ...
    Caterpillar 440 & 450 Backhoe Loaders Get Power, Display & Hydraulic System Upgrades
    Posted On: October 20, 2025
    Next-gen Caterpillar 440 and 450 backhoe loaders featuring engine and hydraulics system enhancements, new display and joystick features, and more are set for 2025 fourth-quarter availability. ...
    Caterpillar Announces 140 LVR Motor Grader With Next-Generation Features
    Posted On: September 5, 2025
    Caterpillar’s new 140 LVR motor grader, launching in early 2026, has next-generation features and options such as a new cab, an adjustable seat, 3D grading support, large windows, grouped service points, surround cameras, and more. ...
    Caterpillar Diversifies Power Offering By Expanding The Cat Energy Control System (ECS) Portfolio
    Posted On: June 3, 2025
    Designed to deliver reliable, efficient power, these solutions allow customers to optimize their energy management and achieve energy cost savings. ...
    Caterpillar Announces Upgraded Next-Generation Skid Steers
    Posted On: October 28, 2024
    The next-generation Cat skid-steer lineup includes 250, 260, 270, and 270XE wheel skid steers with new engines, new cab designs, and better performance. ...
    Caterpillar Reveals Next-Generation 275, 275 XE, 285, & 285 XE Compact Track Loaders
    Posted On: October 21, 2024
    Caterpillar’s 275 and 285 compact track loaders have a new design with more torque, greater lift capacity, higher breakout forces, and more operator space. ...
    Caterpillar 973 Track Loader Is Bigger, More Efficient & More Productive
    Posted On: April 17, 2024
    Updates to the new Cat 973 Track Loader, which Caterpillar says is the industry’s largest crawler loader, include a 10% enhancement in fuel efficiency when operating the machine in Auto Mode. ...
    Caterpillar Launches 4 New Natural Gas Generator Sets
    Posted On: December 18, 2023
    Caterpillar’s CG18 DG350, DG400, DG450, and DG500 natural gas generator sets provide small- to midsize standby protection as well as non-emergency demand response opportunities. ...
    Caterpillar’s New, Efficient 995 Large Wheel Loader Moves 60 Tons Per Pass
    Posted On: June 28, 2023
    The successor to Cat’s 994K, the 995 is the same size but offers a greater payload capacity and uses up to 13% less fuel. ...
    Another Look At Caterpillar’s Productive & Efficient D10 Dozer
    Posted On: May 30, 2023
    The D10 is up to 6% more efficient than the Cat D10T2 with up to 4% lower fuel consumption and up to 8% lower maintenance and repair costs. ...
    Caterpillar Debuts RM600 & RM800 Large Road Reclaimers With Cross-Slope Cutting Capability
    Posted On: May 9, 2023
    Both all-wheel drive units have a 96-inch cutting width and can work up to 20 inches deep. ...
    New Cat R2900 XE Diesel Electric Underground Wheel Loader Delivers Big Productivity Gains
    Posted On: May 8, 2023
    The underground mining machine is built on the platform of the Cat R2900G but provides 35% better breakout force thanks to an optimized lift arm and component geometry and load-sensing hydraulics. ...
    Precise Demolition: Caterpillar Releases RC20 & RC30 Rotary Cutter Attachments For Excavators
    Posted On: April 19, 2023
    The cutters use a high-torque, direct-drive motor for high performance at a relatively low noise level, so they can be used near hospitals, in neighborhoods, and in other sensitive environments. ...
    Caterpillar Boosts Power & Productivity Of Next-Generation 558 Forest Machine
    Posted On: February 17, 2023
    Compared with the 2021 model year Cat 558, the new edition boasts 25% more power, 30% more swing torque, and 15% more travel power. ...
    Caterpillar Unveils Next-Generation 548 Forest Machine With Enhancements In Every Department
    Posted On: February 10, 2023
    “More production, greater comfort and safety, and lower maintenance cost is what loggers can expect from our new 548,” says Brent Uitermarkt, vice president for Caterpillar’s forestry products. ...
    Caterpillar Trumpets 20- To 200-kW, 60-Hz Gas Generator Sets With Dual-Fuel Failover Protection
    Posted On: February 2, 2023
    Cat recommends the new, EPA-certified gensets for use in small businesses, industrial applications, fresh water and wastewater treatment plants and other critical infrastructure, microgrids, renewable applications, and utility programs. ...
    Caterpillar Reveals TRS4/6/8 Tilt Rotate Systems For 302.7 To 310 Next-Gen Mini Excavators
    Posted On: October 21, 2022
    The new trio of strong, low-maintenance attachment mounts provide 360 degrees of rotation and 40 degrees of side-to-side tilt to allow the machines to work around obstacles, lay pipe, sort recycling, and so on. ...
    Caterpillar Announces New Nursery & Landscape Attachments For Skid Steers & Compact Wheel Loaders
    Posted On: October 21, 2022
    The attachments are designed to simplify a variety of jobs such as loading mulch, removing and carrying stumps, and handling and scooping trees, shrubs, and bushes. ...
    Caterpillar Expands Construction Industries Portfolio With 4 Battery Electric Machines
    Posted On: October 6, 2022
    Four battery electric Caterpillar machines will be on display at Bauma 2022 in Munich, Germany, from October 24 to 30. ...
    Caterpillar Updates The 789 Mining Truck With Productivity, Comfort & Uptime Features
    Posted On: September 23, 2022
    The Cat 789 boasts 10% more payload than competitive trucks and can move more than 5% faster on grade, according to the manufacturer. ...
    Caterpillar Introduces 50-Ton 350 Excavator With Greater Fuel Economy
    Posted On: August 15, 2022
    The manufacturer says the new crawler supplies great digging force and powerful swing torque, and uses up to 13% less fuel than the 349. ...
    Caterpillar Bringing More Than 70 Machines & Attachments To Bauma 2022
    Posted On: July 15, 2022
    The big construction and mining equipment show is set to take place in Munich, Germany, from October 24th to the 30th. ...
    Caterpillar Introduces 24-Ton Class 966 GC Medium Wheel Loader
    Posted On: June 7, 2022
    Caterpillar claims its new 966 GC medium wheel loader is built for reliable, inexpensive, and easy operation with high productivity at most tasks. ...
    Caterpillar’s Switchable 50-/60-Hz EU Stage V XQP310 Mobile Generator Set Now Available Worldwide
    Posted On: April 13, 2022
    Available from and supported by the global Cat dealer network, the rental-ready XQP310 is suitable for applications including mining, manufacturing, oil and gas, and construction. ...
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    Volvo Increases Use Of Recycled Materials In New Heavy-Duty Truck Models
    Posted 25/06/2026
    Volvo Trucks has increased the use of recycled and renewable materials in its newest heavy-duty truck models, reflecting the company’s effort to reduce the environmental impact from truck manufacturing. ...
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    Kawasaki Updates Ninja ZX-10R Style & Tech For 2026
    Posted 16/06/2026
    Kawasaki recently announced that updates it previewed late last year are live now throughout the ZX-10R superbike family. ...
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    Reach Buyers Anywhere With International Truck Sales Platforms From Sandhills
    Posted 08/06/2026
    Sandhills Global offers local platforms for selling used trucks and trailers in nearly every region in the world. ...
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    Bobcat Introduces Rental-Ready PA375V Portable Air Compressor
    Posted 14/05/2026
    Bobcat’s new PA375V portable air compressor combines reliable air output, simplified service access, and long runtime for rental environments, contractors, and utility customers. ...
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    Honda Pioneer 1000 Marks 10 Years With Complete Overhaul
    Posted 02/04/2026
    To celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Pioneer 1000, Honda gave the side-by-side a complete overhaul and three trim options, one of which is the first to feature a standard, fully enclosed HVAC cab. ...
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    Caterpillar’s 6015 Mining Shovel: More Tons Per Year, Not More Cost Per Ton
    Posted 25/02/2026
    Caterpillar’s redesigned 6015 mining shovel targets lower cost per ton with 5.5%+ fuel savings, greater uptime, standard bucket linkage autolube, and a more durable undercarriage and slew bearing. ...
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    John Deere 1 Series Compact Utility Tractors Get 2027 Redesign With Improved Comfort & Serviceability
    Posted 24/02/2026
    John Deere recently unveiled the new 1 Series compact utility tractor line, redesigned for the 2027 model year with new options, including an HVAC cab on select models, ergonomic upgrades, and easier maintenance. ...
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    2026 Honda Talon 1000 Sport UTV Lineup Includes 1000R Models Featuring Larger Tires
    Posted 23/02/2026
    The 2-seat Talon 1000R Fox Live Valve and the 4-seat 1000R-4 Fox Live Valve now come standard with 30-inch tires, improving performance in rougher, more technical riding conditions. ...
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    Case IH Debuts Farmall 35A & 40A Compact Tractors At National Ag Shows
    Posted 19/02/2026
    Designed for versatility, efficiency, and operator comfort, Case IH’s Farmall 35A and 40A tractors feature a wide step-through platform, ergonomic controls, and a cushioned seat for long workdays. ...
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    Kuhn’s High-Capacity 9600 Folding Grain Drill: More Planting, Less Filling
    Posted 13/02/2026
    Kuhn’s new 9600 folding mechanical grain drill for small grains and cover crops offers 3.43 bu/ft capacity, simple rate changes, multiple row spacings, and consistent seed placement in varied fields. ...
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