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Caterpillar’s 6015 Mining Shovel: More Tons Per Year, Not More Cost Per Ton

Caterpillar’s redesigned 6015 mining shovel targets lower cost per ton with 5.5%+ fuel savings, greater uptime, standard bucket linkage autolube, and a more durable undercarriage and slew bearing.

Iveco’s Medium-Duty Eurocargo Range Packs Updated Tector 7 Power

Iveco’s medium-duty Eurocargo range offers updated Tector 7 power, Euro 6 tech, safety upgrades, and a 5-year warranty with up to 235 kilowatts for the 14- to 18-tonne GVM segment.

Isuzu MY25 FY Series Heavy-Duty Trucks Now Available

Model year 2025 Isuzu FY Series heavy-duty 8x4 trucks are now available across Australia in six FYH and FYJ models featuring a new engine, safety features, and redesigned interior cab.

Abbey Mixer Wagons

For all your mixing wagon needs including Abbey mixers, Farmgard has your farm feeding requirements covered.

Join MarketBook New Zealand At Southern Field Days 2026

Visit MarketBook New Zealand from 11 to 13 February in Waimumu at Site A1 inside the Agricentre to learn more about buying and selling farm, construction, and transport equipment.

Ford Australia Introduces New Ranger Super Duty XLT & Pick-Up Body Coming Mid-2026

Ford Australia has recently announced the new Pick-Up body for its Ranger Super Duty utes and the new Ranger Super Duty XLT series, offering more versatility to the lineup.

TR Group Used Vehicle Sales On Why Condition Still Beats Model Year Heading Into 2026

In a market often focused on the latest releases, it’s easy to assume that a newer model equals a better truck, but TR Group’s Used Vehicle Sales team knows it’s important to look beyond the age or mileage of a truck.

Caterpillar Releases 3.1 MW Fast Response Generator Sets, Delivering Energy Security & Additional Revenue Opportunities

Cat’s new G3520 Fast Response gensets represent its largest single-unit output with this capability for supporting standby and demand response in grid-connected and microgrid projects.

New Holland Introduces New Roll-Belt Variable-Chamber Balers

New Holland recently introduced two new Roll-Belt Plus variable-chamber balers with technology and component upgrades to boost efficiency and durability.

Mercedes-Benz Marks 30th Sprinter Anniversary With Limited-Edition Van

Mercedes-Benz Vans Australia is celebrating 30 years of Sprinter van production with a special 30th Anniversary Edition Sprinter model with over $25,000 in premium features.

New Holland Announces W170D+ Forage Power Wheel Loader For Silage & Biomass Work

New Holland says its new W170D+ Forage Power wheel loader, which is optimised for silage work in biomass plants, will debut at the Agritechnica 2025 show from 9 to 15 November in Hanover, Germany.

Volvo FH Globetrotter Helps Foodbank NSW & ACT Double Fresh Produce Deliveries

Foodbank NSW & ACT’s fuel-efficient Volvo FH Globetrotter equipped with a refrigerated trailer is helping the organisation double the volume of fresh produce it can deliver to communities in need.

New Holland To Debut Next-Gen T5S Tractors At Sommet de l’Élevage

The next-generation New Holland T5S mid-size tractor lineup for 2026 includes a new 110-horsepower configuration, new SuperSteer front axle, intelligent technologies, and improved handling and manoeuvrability.

Caterpillar Announces 140 LVR Motor Grader With Next-Generation Features

Caterpillar’s new 140 LVR motor grader, launching in early 2026, has next-generation features and options such as a new cab, an adjustable seat, 3D grading support, large windows, grouped service points, surround cameras, and more.

Case IH Debuts Steiger 785 Quadtrac In The U.S. At Farm Progress Show

Case IH’s Steiger 785 Quadtrac, the company’s highest-horsepower tractor yet, capable of pulling even the largest implements with ease, debuted at the recent Farm Progress Show in Decatur, Illinois, in the U.S.

Trial By Mud: The Story Of Ranger Super Duty’s Punishing Test

Ford tests its Ranger Super Duty’s performance under extremely muddy conditions, allowing more than 600 kilograms of mud to build up in layers.

Isuzu’s New NKR Is A Waste Truck Designed For Densely Packed Urban Areas

To meet the challenges of increasingly congested cities that create manoeuvrability issues, Isuzu released the NKR 65/45-150 waste truck with a narrow body, low height, and a tight turning radius.

Innovative Design Takes Quadtrac 715 To Twin Red Dot Award Win

The range-topping Case IH Quadtrac 715 was recognised in two Red Dot Award categories, bringing its international awards total to seven since its launch in 2023.

Steyr Terrus CVT Tractors Gain More Features

Steyr has updated its Terrus CVT tractor range with new tech packages and expanded joystick linkage controls to boost convenience for owners and operators.

Iveco Celebrates Its 50th Anniversary & Sets In Motion The Spirit Of The Future

Iveco, the brand of Iveco Group N.V. that designs, manufactures, and markets light, medium, and heavy commercial vehicles, marks the 50th anniversary since its foundation in 1975.

Join MarketBook New Zealand At Fieldays 2025

The Southern Hemisphere’s largest agricultural event is back this June at Mystery Creek in Hamilton, New Zealand, and MarketBook New Zealand will be there.

Hino Driven By Innovation & Powered By Sustainability At The 2025 Brisbane Truck Show

The Hino Australia stand at the 2025 Brisbane Truck Show showcased the Japanese manufacturer’s range of current Euro 6 solutions including the 700 Series and 300 Series Hybrid Electric.

Ford Transit Custom Trail Expands The Horizon Of Ford Australia’s Van Lineup

Ford Australia is excited to announce it is expanding its Transit Custom offering in Australia with the addition of the unique all-wheel-drive Transit Custom Trail.

KUHN Australia Launches Next-Generation Interactive Technology, Revolutionising Consumer Engagement

Producers can now tailor their machinery to meet on farm demands, with a revolutionary new tool from KUHN Australia.

Ford Australia Celebrates History In The Making – A Century In Australia & 100 Years Of Innovation

Ford Australia Centenary celebrations launch with a special “History in the Making” centenary event that will be held in Melbourne on April 4.

Komatsu Machines Get First Visual Overhaul In 24 Years

Komatsu’s new visual identity changes the livery and technical identification of the machines while keeping the same quality engineering under the hood.

Isuzu MU-X SUV Range Gets Updates & New Flagship Model

The 2025 Isuzu MU-X line introduces a new flagship model, the MU-X X-Terrain, and adds several new and updated features to improve comfort, safety, and performance, as well as aesthetics.

IVECO Celebrates 50 Years

IVECO has marked 50 years since its foundation in 1975, setting it on a course to become one of the world’s largest and most recognised commercial vehicle brands.

New Rapid-Response Scania Fire Appliances To Defend Mine Sites & Oil & Gas Plants

Scania is powering a pair of highly advanced mobile firefighting solutions for the oil and gas industries, via Fire and Safety Australia.

Manheim’s Massive New Zealand Civil & Construction Auction Is About To Kick Off!

Manheim is running a mammoth National Civil and Construction asset auction in New Zealand between February 20-25, with more than 140 lots consigned and ready to go under the hammer.

New Holland Wins Good Design Award For Advanced Electric Compact Wheel Loader

New Holland’s full-electric, special-edition W40X Electric Power wheel loader takes the prize in one of the world’s leading design awards.

Tadano Introduces Electric 90.7-Tonne Evolt eGR-1000XLL-1 Rough Terrain Crane To The U.S. & Canada

The Tadano Evolt eGR-1000XLL-1 fully electric rough terrain crane can lift up to 90.7 tonnes and work for up to seven hours on a battery charge, or continuously with site power, with zero emissions and reduced noise.

Iveco Unveils New Euro 6e Daily 4x4 For Greater Comfort & Off-Road Traction

The Euro6-compliant Iveco Daily 4x4 has a 3.0-litre, 180-horsepower engine, three wheelbase options, two transmission options, two cab configurations, and a suite of safety and comfort features.

Volvo Group Australia Announces HVO 100 Factory First Fill At Wacol QLD Facility

All Volvo and Mack trucks built at Volvo Group Australia’s Wacol QLD factory will be filled with Hydro Treated Vegetable Oil (HVO) instead of diesel fuel.

Komatsu Unveils WA700-8 Quarry & Aggregate Wheel Loader

Komatsu’s WA700-8 wheel loader is designed for quarry and aggregate work, and features increased power, lifting force, traction control, and load stability.

New South Wales Rural Fire Service Tests Volvo FM Electric

The New South Wales Rural Fire Service recently tested a Volvo FM Electric as a potential addition to its fleet in the future.

Next-Gen Cat Skid Steers Boost Performance For Operators

The next-generation Caterpillar skid-steer lineup includes wheel and track models featuring new engines, a new cab design, and performance increases.

First Look At Link-Belt’s New 60-Tonne 65 RT Rough Terrain Crane

The Link-Belt 65 RT rough terrain crane has a 60-tonne lift capacity, a maximum tip height of 64.5 metres, and a 41,730-kilogram fully assembled haul weight.

Caterpillar Reveals Next-Generation 275, 275 XE, 285, & 285 XE Compact Track Loaders

Caterpillar’s 275 and 285 compact track loaders have a new design with more torque, greater lift capacity, higher breakout forces, and more operator space.

Scania’s New Battery-Electric CrewCab Coming To Australia

Scania’s battery-electric CP31 CrewCab has improved visibility, low entry, and ample storage and seating, making it ideal for fire crews.

Case Introduces 836D & 856D D-Series Motor Graders

Case’s new D-Series 836D and 856D motor graders have a more comfortable cabin, a new touchscreen, refined mouldboard control, and a Dual Power engine for greater power in higher gears.

Supply Chain Provider Martin Brower Australia Adds Volvo FL Electric Truck To Fleet

Martin Bower Australia recently acquired its first electric truck, a Volvo FL Electric 4X2 refrigerated truck that delivers supplies to McDonald’s restaurants in the Sydney region seven days a week.

Dynapac Deploys 18-22-Tonne Class Rhino CA55, CA65, & CA70 Soil Compactors

Dynapac recently debuted new 18-22-tonne class soil compactors, the Rhino CA55, CA65, and CA70, available with a padfoot drum or a smooth drum with an optional bolt-on padfoot shell.

Mecalac Unveils New Revotruck Dumper With Rotating Cab

Mecalac recently launched the 6- and 9-tonne Revotruck dumpers with a rotating cab, 360 degrees of visibility, three steering modes, and skips with 3.3- and 4.5-cubic-metre payloads.

Volvo CE Debuts New L120 Electric Wheel Loader

Volvo CE recently introduced the new L120 Electric wheel loader with a 6-tonne lifting capacity, 230 kilowatts of power, and up to nine hours of runtime.

JLG Reengineers Its SkyTrak 8042 Telehandler With Numerous Productivity Enhancements

JLG has redesigned its SkyTrak 8042 telehandler to be lighter and more transportable, with faster boom motion, a hydrostatic transmission with an inching feature, and more.

Combating Drench Resistance With Gallagher Agritech

Tararua sheep farmers Rob and Alex Foreman rely on accurate recording and data management provided by Gallagher Animal Management.

JLG ES4046 Electric Slab Scissor Lift Reaches 12 Metres High, 8.7 Metres Indoors

JLG’s ES4046 electric scissor lift has the highest lift in the all-electric ES Series, with fewer hydraulic hoses and fittings and about 40% more duty cycles.

Manitowoc Unveils New Potain MR 309 & MR 329 Tower Cranes

Manitowoc’s new Potain MR 309 and MR 329 luffing-jib tower cranes come in 16- and 25-tonne versions and are equipped with Potain’s Crane Control System (CCS).

600-Tonne Sany SAC6000T7 All-Terrain Crane Gets To Work On South African Wind Farm

A new Sany SAC6000T7 all-terrain crane with a 600-tonne lift capacity and a maximum lift height of 126 metres recently went to work raising wind turbines.