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From the showroom floor at 2018 World of Concrete event in Las Vegas, Kubota Tractor Corporation has introduced the new U27-4 tight tail swing excavator. The new U27-4 features adjustable auxiliary flow hydraulics, an auxiliary diverter valve, and two-speed automatic downshift travel, as well as best-in-class reach and dig depth.

Western Star Trucks will showcase several of its custom-built vocational trucks and product options in the Bronze Lot of the 2018 World of Concrete event being held between Jan. 23 and Jan. 26 in Las Vegas.

Freightliner Trucks will showcase its new Detroit DD8 engine at the 2018 World of Concrete event between Jan. 23 and Jan. 26 in Las Vegas. The engine will be featured alongside other products designed for the vocational market in booth #C5427.

Equipped with a new extendable dipping arm, the new KX033-4 weighs in as a three-ton class machine ideal for hard to reach areas. The KX033-4’s optional extendable dipper arm can be quickly and easily extended up to 31 inches, boosting productivity as well as efficiency. Its capabilities include a digging depth of 12 feet 2 inches and a digging reach and a digging reach of 18 feet 3 inches.

When our founder, Woody Clark started Woodpecker Truck & Equipment in May of 1960, he wasn’t afraid of the remote location along what is now Interstate 84 just West of Pendleton, Oregon. He envisioned a dealership that could meet all the needs of his rural customer base. His personal vision, his faith and ability to connect to his customers lead him to achieve his goals and today Woodpecker Truck & Equipment is one of the largest, full-service dealerships in the United States.

Diesel utility vehicle manufacturer Kubota Tractor Corporation will be rolling out its RTV-X1120 models designed for commercial customers with heavy-duty needs. The lineup is scheduled to hit the market in February 2018 starting at $13,999 MSRP.

The new 2019 Ford Ranger midsize pickup truck will hit the road with new exterior design, a high-strength steel frame, and a 2.3-liter EcoBoost engine mated to the only 10-speed automatic transmission in the segment.

Custom truck manufacturer Western Star is revamping its 50th anniversary “Wings of Awesomeness” limited edition design package into 2018 with new colors. Customers can now brand any Western Star truck model with their choice of paint job or design their own.

You read that right. Ford is delivering its first-ever F-150 Power Stroke diesel with a targeted EPA-estimated 30 mpg highway rating. This truck is perfect for full-size truck customers who desire robust towing and payload power in conjunction with strong, efficient fuel economy. The new F-150 offers 11,400 pounds of towing capacity, 2,020 pounds of payload capacity, best-in-class diesel 250 horsepower, and 440 lb.-ft of torque.

John Deere has debuted its Intelligent Boom Control (IBC) on its 1270G Harvester. This is the first time IBC has been offered in the harvester category, providing operators with increased accuracy and productivity. The increased focus and decreased learning times of operators contribute to a whole new level of capabilities that are now achievable, thanks to this one-of-a-kind upgrade.

Thanks to the recent passage of the U.S. tax reform legislation, the FCA is now planning on investing additional funds into its U.S. manufacturing operations, in addition to rewarding its employees for their continued efforts in helping to make the company such a success. The announcement came on January 11th, and with it, an implication of positive impacts for the company and the United States as a manufacturing power for Ram products.

Ammann’s strong presence in Europe and other areas for the last 150 years speaks to the company’s experience and accomplishments in the world of asphalt. That is why the 2018 World of Asphalt Show & Conference is excited to feature their technologically advanced products on March 6-8 in Houston, TX. The company recently began distribution of asphalt-mixing plants in North America, making many eager to learn about the technology that is so crucial to their success.

Recently in Racine, Wisconsin, Case IH demonstrated its continuation of support for the next generation of agricultural advocates and leaders by honoring the finalists from each category of the 2018 American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) Young Farmers & Ranchers awards program. The prizes included three new Farmall 50A tractors and six large tool chests with $500 Case IH parts gift cards to finalists in each category. There were nearly 100 participants total, and 9 of those walked away with these awesome prizes.

The new DD110C, featuring a 66-inch drum and 24,350-pound operating weight, is Volvo’s latest rollout of highway-class double drum compactor, rounding out the series which already includes the recently introduced DD120C (79-inch) and DD140C (84-inch) models. Similarly to these two larger compactors, the DD110C is outfitted with state of the art, industry-unique technologies that improve productivity and uptime, including Compact Assist with Density Direct, the industry’s only Intelligent Compaction (IC) system that displays real-time density calculations.

Oregon Tractor & Equipment entered the market in 1956 selling the best available used logging and construction equipment we could find. Our family owned business was founded on the belief that individual service, not a one-size-fits-all approach, is the best way to do business.

The agenda for the technical sessions of the 11th annual International Biomass Conference & Expo, taking place April 16-18, 2018 at the Cobb Galleria Centre in Atlanta, GA, has been announced. The 2018 agenda features four tracks with a focus on leading edge developments in the biomass industry, from feedstock cultivation, harvest and storage to conversion technology, project finance and regulatory guidance.

As of January 1, 2018, Caterpillar has extended its full-machine warranty for skid steer loaders, compact track loaders, multi-terrain loaders, and mini excavators. The warranty aims to provide more peace of mind to buyers by remaining valid for 24 months or 2,000 hours after the original purchase. This applies to any new machines sold at authorized Cat dealers in the US and Canada.

John Deere has recently expanded its Worksite Pro attachments series with its new RB72, RB84 and RB96 rollout buckets. The latter two of the models are both optimized for K-Series Compact Wheel Loaders and G-Series Compact Track Loaders, and can reach an extra 34 inches further when fully extended. Each model is best matched to the attachment of the machine, and switching between attachments is easier than ever before.

Tigercat is expanding its 855 E-series forestry carrier platform with the introduction of a new cab design. It boasts a new electronic control module featured on a touch-screen display on an adjustable mount. Frequently used controls have been incorporated into joystick pods.

Liebherr is unveiling a wide variety of new products at the upcoming Intermat 2018 Villepinte exhibition center in northern Paris from April 23rd to the 28th. The exhibition will feature several world premieres and product launches for the European market in the E6/E035 outdoor area. The Liebherr Group will be at the technology pavilion presenting a cross-section of the current construction machine technology trends on the rise, as well as information about the most up-to-date trends in digitization solutions and the Liebherr Reman program.