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The Loader Backhoe Combination Is a Classic Machine with Modern Momentum

Few machines have the legacy and versatility of the backhoe loader. For decades, backhoes have been a cornerstone of the construction industry, combining digging, lifting, loading and hauling into one do-it-all package. At Compact Equipment, we track the latest news and innovations around this enduring category, exploring its past, present and future. While backhoes once dominated utility and construction fleets, the rise of compact track loaders and mini excavators over the last decade cut into their market share. Many fleets turned to specialized machines that offered tighter maneuverability and new attachment options. Still, the backhoe loader has never disappeared — and today it’s making a noticeable comeback.

Manufacturers are investing in fresh designs, smarter hydraulics and new powertrain options, bringing a wave of updated models back into the spotlight. From advanced operator cabs to versatile attachment-taking systems, modern backhoes are evolving to meet today’s jobsite demands. Customers are also rediscovering the value of having one machine that can handle multiple roles, especially in municipal, rental and utility sectors. Here are some backhoe brands that we cover:

JCB Backhoe Loaders | Case Construction Equipment Backhoe Loaders | John Deere Backhoe Loaders

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March 7, 2023
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Editor at Large: A Deep Dive into JCB’s Prototype Machines Using Hydrogen Combustion Motors
February 8, 2023
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Category Evolution: While Sales Have Shrunk, Backhoe Loaders Are Still a Classic in Many Markets
February 7, 2023
Engines
Photos! JCB Announces Hydrogen Combustion Engines with Working Prototypes and OEM Ambitions
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Backhoes
Preventative Maintenance Tips for Backhoes
September 8, 2022
Backhoes
Case to Host Virtual Event on Best Features, Options and Considerations for Backhoes

Case Construction Equipment has announced that the next Case Live virtual event will focus on the Best Features, Options and ...

March 14, 2022
Backhoes
New Holland Construction Launches B75D Loader Backhoe

Loader backhoes have been an efficient tool in every operation bringing maximum force and surgical precision from either end of the machine....

October 21, 2021
Backhoes
Favorite Backhoe Loaders and Expert Insights from Top TLB Product Managers

Dig and load are two quintessential construction applications, and the backhoe loader is a classic dual-purpose machine that can both excava...

September 21, 2021
Backhoes
Two-for-One Special: Backhoe Loaders Provide Renters with Double the Productivity in a Single Machine

Acting as the perfect blend of excavator and wheel loader in one machine, the backhoe loader has made a name for itself among operators look...

May 27, 2021
Backhoes
Cheers to 50 Years! John Deere Celebrates Five Decades of Backhoe Loaders

John Deere is celebrating 50 years of backhoe loaders, a history of innovation and excellence that first started with the introduction of th...

May 26, 2021
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CASE Delivers Industry’s First Electric Backhoe Loaders to Utilities in New York

The construction industry’s first designed and commercially developed electric backhoe loaders — two CASE 580 EV backhoes from C...

March 3, 2021
Backhoes
CASE Wins Prestigious Good Design Award for Design of “Project Zeus”

CASE Construction Equipment has earned a 2020 Good Design Award from the Chicago Athenaeum Museum of Architecture and Design and Metropolita...

January 12, 2021
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