Heavy Equipment Guide's 2025 Top Introductions

Volvo Construction Equipment

Volvo relaunched its entire ADT lineup and entered the 50-ton class with the A50 model. No detail was spared with this overhaul, which includes improved fuel efficiency, a redesigned cab, new safety features, easier maintenance, and more. The new electronic system and a new Volvo-developed transmission reduce fuel consumption, and the haulers are designed to be upgraded with future drivetrain technologies. Terrain memory also improves fuel efficiency, thanks to its ability to identify and remember slippery road segments. Volvo Dynamic Drive offers predictive gear selection that adapts to operating conditions. Volvo Co-Pilot has been updated, and additional technologies, including haul assist with on-board weighing, help maximize productivity and reduce machine wear. Digital tools, including Connected Map, Performance Indicator, and Site Optimization improvise job site logistics. Volvo also revealed the world's first electric ADTs, the A30 and A40 Electric, which are built on this next-generation platform and will go into production at a later date.

Takeuchi-US

Takeuchi has upped the versatility of its compact track loaders with the introduction of its first CTL with electro-hydraulic controls. EH controls, which have become increasingly common, give operators the ability to switch between ISO and H patterns and provide more seamless integration with a variety of advanced attachments, especially when paired with high-flow hydraulics. The new TL11R3 CTL is designed to deliver that versatility, available in a high-flow configuration that is ready to take contractors' CTL versatility to the next level with powerful attachments like mulchers, cold planers, and stump grinders. EH controls make operating these attachments more precise and effective, particularly when they require movement in multiple directions and need constant power for multiple components.

John Deere Construction & Forestry 

At the heart of the 850 X-Tier dozer is a powerful E-Drive that gives operators unparalleled control in every application. John Deere has replaced the high stack components with a generator and a dual-path electric-drive system. Each track is controlled independently, ensuring that power goes to the ground when side cutting into slopes, carrying materials around corners, and doing full power turns. John Deere's suite of grade control technology puts powerful precision in the hands of the operator, no matter their skill level. This technology, paired with the unmatched control and the incredible view from the cab, will give operators the confidence to safely tackle any precision dozing task with ease.

Hamm

Hamm's Smart Compact Pro revolutionizes insight into compaction quality on asphalt paving jobs. The new Pro version of Smart Compact scans asphalt density in real time, giving the operator and site manager an instant quality assessment. Available for HD+ series tandem rollers, it offers a significant leap in the capability of Hamm's Smart Compact digital assistant, which has been available since 2022. This technology can significantly reduce financial deductions for insufficient quality in asphalt paving applications and will save early refurbishment costs by extending road surface life. Smart Compact also reduces paving operations' reliance on highly knowledgeable and experienced operators by automating compaction modes and controlling compaction forces based on selected course type.

Link-Belt Excavators

The 145 X4S hydraulic excavator from Link-Belt Excavators is designed to deliver exceptional response and fuel economy with its electronically controlled hydraulic pump and Spool Stroke Control system.

A range of advanced technology options are available for the grade-control-ready 145 X4S, including Digital Level, Height and Depth Alarm, and Payload Management. Link-Belt also introduced a free Payload Assist app in 2025. It is compatible with the optional Payload Management feature on the 145 X4S. The app gives operators real-time payload data, delivering precise load measurements straight to their phone, and minimizes guesswork during material hauling applications, preventing the over- and under-loading of trucks. Payload Assist's reporting feature gives users quick access to load history and key metrics, the integrated E-Ticket allows truck drivers and site owners to share weighing results instantly, and loading data can be saved and viewed remotely on Link-Belt's RemoteCARE telematics platform.

Wacker Neuson

The biggest Dual View site dumper in Wacker Neuson's lineup, the DV125, delivers a payload of 12.5 tonnes maximizing the capacity of the Dual View platform while retaining its flexibility for compact job sites and tough terrain. The articulated pendulum joint and hydrostatic all-wheel drive on the DV125 excel at retaining tractive force in rugged conditions. The new machine gives operators expansive visibility with a panoramic glass cab, and maximizes their job site awareness with a seat that can quickly change position through a 180-degree rotation of the entire operator control panel and the seat console — ensuring that the operator can always face the direction of travel.

Komatsu

Komatsu introduced the PC220LCi-12 at bauma 2025 and that machine is now at work on Canadian job sites. Packed with incredible technology that gives operators unparalleled precision and assistance, at its launch Komatsu billed the new machine as its most advanced excavator ever.

This excavator is the debut vehicle for the new generation of Komatsu's Intelligent Machine Control (IMC 3.0), which boosts the speed and performance of the 3D system and adds new automation capabilities. With a simple joystick pull, the boom will go up and down, the bucket will hold its angle, and it will follow the target surface. The PC220LCi-12 also has an auto swing feature that simplifies the load and dump process.

Bobcat

Bobcat raised its size class ceiling in 2025 with its first six mid-size wheel loaders and excavators. These are designed to be high-performance machines that deliver reliability
and value with a focus on core productivity features without added bells and whistles.

On the wheel loaders these features include return-to-dig, ride control, and inching mode. The wheel loaders are also available with Bobcat's dealer-installed payload scale system.

On the excavators standard productivity features include Smart Power Control, four selectable power modes, and fine swing mode. These machines are built to perform in demanding applications that require high lift capacities and breakout forces.

Manitou 

CTLs and skid steers remain in high demand — especially machines that deliver heavy hitting power and efficiency in a compact footprint. Manitou redesigned the five skid steers and CTLs at the larger end of its range with operating capacities from 3,250 to 3,600 pounds. These vertical-lift models feature a new lift-arm design that slopes away from the operator at the top of the arm, allowing for hydraulic lines to run inside the arm or underneath it and improving visibility.

Wirtgen 

Sennebogen 

The 51-tonne 830 E Demolition Vario Tool from Sennebogen combines three machine configurations into one allowing a single machine to carry out high-reach, below-grade, and earthmoving applications. Operators can switch between the two-part AB17 boom with a 17-metre reach, the three-part AB23 long-front boom with a 23-metre reach, and the EA12 digging boom with a 12-metre reach.

Caterpillar

Caterpillar focused on redesigning the work station of its five updated PM600 and PM800 series cold planers to make long days of operation more comfortable and easier on the crew. The centre console displays now telescope to bring the touchscreens within easy reach, and they fold easily for storage. Ground displays now feature a robust mounting system that also enables the ground crew to change mounting locations and store the displays without removing any clamps or electrical connectors.

HD Hyundai Construction Equipment North America

The HW100A is Hyundai's first compact wheeled excavator for the North American market, rolling versatility and manoeuvrability right to the job site. With a maximum dig depth of 13 feet 11 inches, it is ideal for roadbuilding and bridge work, roadside projects, and other work on paved surfaces. It has a 360-degree swing capability and articulated two-piece boom to maximize use in hard-to-reach areas.

Blue Diamond Attachments 

Blue Diamond's extensive new hydraulic breaker lineup includes 12 models for carriers up to 55 tons. The breakers have four tool configurations (moil point, chisel tool, pyramid tool, and blunt tool), and are ready to tackle construction, quarry, and demolition applications, including underwater demolition. Interchangeable mounting brackets, available on many of the models, allow a single breaker to be moved between different host machines, including from excavators to skid steers.

LGMG North America 

LGMG entered the North American telehandler market with the H1056 which is designed for heavy lifting and precision on construction sites and in industrial settings. It's built for rough terrain with four-wheel drive and Dana limited slip axles and has a maximum lift capacity of 10,000 pounds, lifting height of 56 feet 1 inch, and maximum outreach of 42 feet.

Ammann

Ammann has upgraded its advanced intelligent compaction system, ACEpro, which assesses the actual stiffness of the compacted material and then delivers the optimal compaction force to the ground to eliminate unnecessary passes and drum jumping. Automatic frequency and amplitude control is faster and more precise with this version. It is available for pivot-steered tandem rollers used in asphalt compaction and single-drum rollers used on soil and aggregates.

Kubota

Topcon Positioning Systems

Topcon has expanded its technology options for scanning, paving, and compaction. A new version of the mobile LiDAR scanner, the RD-M2, is part of Topcon SmoothRide for evaluating road surfaces without road closures.

The new version has the ability to track more satellite constellations. An MC-Max Paving aftermarket solution to control screed height, width, and steering is now compatible with all major asphalt paver brands. Finally, a new roller management system for soil and asphalt compaction ensures consistency by leveraging real-time data and automation to simplify the compaction process.

Liebherr

Liebherr's R 917 Compact G8 crawler excavator rounds out its range of compact machines. It has an operating weight of around 17.5 tonnes. A compact tail swing radius makes working in tight spaces easier, and the compact size is safer, more flexible, and more mobile on urban job sites. The new cab features Liebherr's INTUSI operating environment, which combines a next- generation operating system with fully customizable controls and ergonomic design for an intuitive and efficient workspace.

SAKAI America

SAKAI America has added a new Echelon Mode to its Guardman Automatic Brake Assist System. Designed to meet the safety needs of highway contractors, the update is now available for SW884 and SW994 asphalt rollers that are equipped with Guardman. The new Echelon Mode addresses the challenges of echelon rolling and allows two SAKAI asphalt rollers to operate in close proximity without generating false alarms but still protects against collisions.

JCB

JCB's celebration of its one millionth backhoe loader in production coincided with an update to its 3CX and 4CX models. JCB has boosted these backhoes' roading capability with a six-speed auto-shift transmission and a top speed of almost 30 mph. The excavator end design features a new outer box dipper to offer better weight distribution, making it ideal for thumb mounting. Operators will experience better stability and a higher lift capacity when handling heavy materials at full reach.

MB Crusher

MB Crusher's five new MB-P and MB-PT demolition pulverizers for excavators, backhoe loaders, and skid-steer loaders from 1.5 to 25 tons are built for primary and secondary crushing with 360-degree continuous hydraulic rotation that allows for the precise, manoeuvrable positioning of the attachment. The attachments come in two versions and can be outfitted with a single- cylinder or double- cylinder depending on the power needed.

Keestrack 

Magni Telescopic Handlers

Magni's new RTH 8.51 rotating telehandler is the tallest rotating telehandler in the world. With three reach modes, Max Outreach Mode, Max Capacity Mode, and Full Power Mode, operators can tailor the machine's performance to the application. Maximum working height is 51 metres and this rotating telehandler can be used as an alternative
to compact off-road cranes but with the added versatility of interchangeable attachments. Platform attachments can reach a working height of 63 metres, enabling it to compete with high-reaching aerial platforms.