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JCB launches two new high-spec Loadall telehandlers

JCB has introduced its high-end Agri Pro spec to the Loadall 538-60 and 560-80 increasing power, speed and hydraulics in the six and eight-metre telehandler classes.

11 December 2024
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JCB introduces high lift 542-100 loadall

JCB has taken the wraps off a new high lift 542-100 loadall telescopic handler, with a maximum load capacity of 4.2t and 9.8m lift height. Peter Thomas Keaveney reports.

11 December 2024
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JCB’s new 435S gains 30hp and new axles

JCB’s new 435S wheel-loader has gained 12% more power, now churning out 282hp which takes its power-to-weight ratio from 17hp/t to 19hp/t. Peter Thomas Keaveney reports.

11 December 2024
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Compact 50hp TM110 added to JCB loader range

At a press event in the UK, JCB previewed its new 50hp TM110 telescopic wheel-loader with a lift capacity of 1.1t and a lift height of 3.5m. Peter Thomas Keaveney reports.

11 December 2024
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A revamped electric 403E ultra-compact loader

JCB has developed a second version of the 20kWh lithium-ion-powered 403E ultra-compact electric wheel-loader, this time equipped with a fully glazed, heated cab.

11 December 2024
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JCB launches two new mid-range TM telescopic wheel-loaders

At a press event on JCB’s organic farm in the English midlands, the manufacturer took the wraps off its new TM280 and TM280S telescopic wheel-loaders. Peter Thomas Keaveney attended

11 December 2024
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Bergmann celebrates 70 years of spreaders

Manufacturing farm machinery for over 125 years, Bergmann is this year celebrating its 70th year developing and manufacturing spreaders.

11 December 2024
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Considering a quality second hand material handler?

Not everyone wants or needs a new telehandler. While Chinese machines offer value for money, the tried and trusted brands with low hours still offer a certain appeal to many.

4 December 2024
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Rugged 240hp articulated tractor doing the job for Cork contractor

Peter Thomas Keaveney catches up with Cork man Liam O’Driscoll to find out how his 240hp Kirovets articulated tractor has worked out for him, since taking delivery five years ago.

27 November 2024
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