AuctionTime Log Loaders Blog Archive

    Caterpillar Unveils Versatile, 30-Ton FM528 GF/LL Forest Machine
    Posted On: February 26, 2025
    Caterpillar’s FM528 forest machine can handle a wide range of tasks in the woods or the mill yard, including processing, log loading, road building, fire clean-up, chipper loading, mulching, and more. ...
    Liebherr Shows Off New LH 26 M Timber Litronic Compact Log Loader At Ligna Show In Germany
    Posted On: May 30, 2023
    The maneuverable, compact LH 26 M Timber Litronic timber truck is designed to work at sawmills, timber yards, and woodworking shops with limited space in the U.S. and Canada. ...
    A Closer Look At The John Deere 2956G Track Log Loader
    Posted On: May 22, 2023
    "The new 2956G crawler log loader machine not only provides optimal power and hydraulic capabilities but is still easy to transport due to its excellent width and weight combination,” says Deere’s Jarvis de Groot. ...
    Caterpillar Boosts Power & Productivity Of Next-Generation 558 Forest Machine
    Posted On: February 17, 2023
    Compared with the 2021 model year Cat 558, the new edition boasts 25% more power, 30% more swing torque, and 15% more travel power. ...
    Caterpillar Unveils Next-Generation 548 Forest Machine With Enhancements In Every Department
    Posted On: February 10, 2023
    “More production, greater comfort and safety, and lower maintenance cost is what loggers can expect from our new 548,” says Brent Uitermarkt, vice president for Caterpillar’s forestry products. ...
    Liebherr Introduces Compact LH 26 M Timber Litronic Mobile Log Loader For Jobs In Tight Spots
    Posted On: October 3, 2022
    With an operating weight from 51,800 to 57,300 pounds, the compact log loader features a small front and rear swing radius that allows it to work in narrow passages. ...
    John Deere Improves Smooth Boom Control System & Offers Enhanced Seating Options For Feller Bunchers, Harvesters & Shovel Loggers
    Posted On: December 21, 2021
    Deere says the update gives operators greater feel and control over movements, particularly during fine metering. ...
    Caterpillar Announces Next Generation 568 Log Loader With Lower Maintenance Costs & More Productivity
    Posted On: September 14, 2021
    “The 568 has earned its reputation for moving the biggest timber with terrific power and reliability,” says Giacomo Bottone, worldwide director for Caterpillar’s forestry and medium excavator family. ...
    Caterpillar’s Next Generation 538 Forest Machine: Improvements In Every Department
    Posted On: March 16, 2021
    The Tier 4 Final/Stage V machine comes with 10% more swing torque, 12% higher travel speed, and 15% greater ground clearance, plus a 25% more spacious cabin with 50% greater visibility. ...
    Doosan Introduces Road Builder Variants Of DX300LL-5 & DX380LL-5 Log Loaders
    Posted On: October 19, 2020
    The excavator-boomed units are outfitted with a package of features for clearing paths and building access roads for other machines and trucks to use. ...
    New John Deere 959ML Shovel Logger Purpose-Built For Steep-Slope Logging Market
    Posted On: November 26, 2019
    The Moline, Illinois, company says steep-slope logging is on the rise, and its newest logging machine is up to the challenges loggers will face in such conditions. ...
    John Deere Updates 2019 G-Series Swing Machines In Forestry Equipment Lineup
    Posted On: February 14, 2019
    Cab changes, improved serviceability, and productivity and uptime enhancements are all in store for 2019 John Deere G-Series Swing Machines, or track log loaders. ...
    Caterpillar Launches New Forest Machines
    Posted On: April 20, 2018
    Caterpillar just launched the new 548 and 548 LL Forest Machines, which are purpose-built tracked excavators designed to increase productivity and maximize profitability for a variety of logging applications. ...
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    Economic Uncertainty Extending Sales Cycles in Used Heavy Equipment Market
    Posted 9/4/2026
    New Sandhills Global market reports show continued inventory decreases for used heavy-duty construction equipment on MachineryTrader.com and other Sandhills platforms. ...
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    Massey Ferguson Introduces N-Series Split/Narrow Row Planter At 2026 Farm Progress Show
    Posted 9/2/2026
    Massey Ferguson’s new N-Series planters combine proven technology, flexible performance, and straightforward ownership to help farmers maximize productivity and achieve better results in the field. ...
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    High-Performance XPower Wheel Loaders From Liebherr At Steinexpo 2026
    Posted 9/2/2026
    At this year’s steinexpo, the international demonstration trade fair for the raw materials and construction materials industry, Liebherr will showcase two high-performance XPower wheel loaders. ...
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    Fendt Launches 1100 Vario MT Gen2 Track Tractor, Momentum 80-Foot Planter & 300 Vario Gen5 At 2026 Farm Progress Show
    Posted 9/1/2026
    Three groundbreaking products, including Fendt's first global tractor launch in the U.S., underscore Fendt’s commitment to the North American market. ...
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    Inventory Management Lets You Enter Data Once, Sync Everywhere
    Posted 8/27/2026
    Inventory Management is your single point of data entry for every machine, truck, aircraft, RV, trailer, heifer, bass boat—everything you’d like to sell on a Sandhills Global platform. ...
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    UCC Search Lets You Look Up Lien Records Before You Buy
    Posted 8/26/2026
    UCC Search makes it simple to look up Uniform Commercial Code filings for a business or person before you buy from them. ...
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    Kuhn Krause Gladiator XL 1210
    Posted 8/26/2026
    Kuhn North America is pleased to introduce the Gladiator XL 1210, a commercial-grade, 24-row strip-till toolbar engineered for high-capacity performance. ...
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    What's New At Sandhills Global
    Posted 8/26/2026
    Learn about the latest Sandhills features, including the new inventory Quick Add tool, a 120-day no-payment financing offer from Currency, and more. ...
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    Case IH Expands Nutri-Tiller 1000 Series With New 16-Row Configuration
    Posted 8/18/2026
    Built to create a consistent, agronomically correct strip that promotes strong emergence and yield potential, Case IH’s Nutri-Tiller 1000 series continues to evolve to meet the needs of today's producers. ...
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    Sell Farm Machinery At Auction & Wholesale With AuctionTime, Equipmentfacts & Pre-AuctionTime
    Posted 7/29/2026
    In addition to multiple world-class retail sales platforms like TractorHouse, Sandhills offers dealers other avenues to sell agricultural equipment and more via auction, wholesale, or a combination of all three. ...
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