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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

JCB tracked backhoe Backhoe on Tracks: JCB to Release Unique 1CXT Backhoe Loader to the United States
Keith Gribbins
March 21, 2019
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Backhoes
John Deere Dealer Provides Backhoes to Aid Hurricane Recovery in Florida
November 28, 2018
Backhoes
CASE Introduces New N Series Backhoe Loader Updates with PowerBoost, Direct Drive and Factory-Installed Thumb
November 5, 2018
Backhoes
Case Announces Enhancements to N Series Backhoe Loader Line
December 15, 2017
Backhoes
Backhoe Maintenance 101: Common Sense Routines and a Basic Understanding of Tier 4 Changes
September 7, 2017
Backhoes
Updates to John Deere L-Series Backhoes Simplify Operation

Updates to the John Deere L-Series backhoe lineup enhance the productivity and uptime for professionals looking to lift more and multitask o...

July 19, 2017
Backhoes
Dig, Load, Maintain, Repeat: Maintenance Routines for Backhoe Loaders

How the Right Maintenance and Service Checks Enhance Backhoe Life and Productivity There’s certainly no shortage of specialized machin...

June 22, 2017
Backhoes
Friday Fun: Watch this Cat backhoe basketball video (because working, meh)

It’s Friday, and I’m tired of writing a million blogs. Instead, I decided just to post this game of H-O-R-S-E played with a Cate...

March 17, 2017
Mini Excavators
SANY announces bold new warranty, backhoe loader, excavators at #CONEXPO

SANY, a global leader in the manufacture of excavators, wheel loaders, backhoe loaders, road machinery, hoisting equipment, concrete machine...

March 8, 2017
Backhoes
Ready to Rent: Backhoe Loaders Make a Great Rental Option for Contractors

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

January 4, 2017
Backhoes
Learn How Today’s Backhoes Offer Greater Versatility and Productivity

In a heyday of versatile machines — think skid steers, telehandlers and excavators — one piece of equipment maintains a large pr...

September 21, 2016
Backhoes
John Deere Rounds Out L-Series Backhoe Portfolio with Powerful 710L

Built in the world-class John Deere Dubuque Works, Iowa, manufacturing facility, the 710L joins the popular L-Series lineup of backhoe loade...

May 12, 2016
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