Case
Designed to provide best-in-class visibility, ground-line serviceability, and excellent balance and stability for roading, hauling, loading, and other applications, the 621G uniquely positions the engine lower and farther to the rear of the machine, increasing counterweight. The 621G also features Case’s exclusive mid-mount cooling module that positions all coolers in a cube design mounted immediately behind the cab, ensuring all coolers have access to clean, cool, ambient air. The 621G features standard axles with limited slip differentials that transfer torque to the gripping tires to increase traction in slippery conditions, and an optional five-speed transmission with lockup torque converter provides faster acceleration and travel speeds up to 28 mph.

Gehl
The Gehl AL650 articulated loader delivers maximum efficiency and convenience on the farm. A powerful 64-HP engine, in concert with horsepower management technology and planetary final drive, contributes to the high tractive effort and fuel efficiency of these machines. They are also quick, with speeds up to 19 mph for greater productivity. Compact in design, the AL650 weighs 9,500 pounds, with a maximum tipping capacity of 6,743 pounds. Factor in some of the highest bucket breakout forces in their respective classes and locking differentials, and the AL650 has no match for applications that involve heavy bucket loads, digging or scraping, the company says. The operator’s cabin on the AL650 is designed for comfort, with a multi-function joystick and wide openings all around, giving 360-degree visibility of the operator’s surroundings. This model also comes standard with Gehl’s exclusive Power-A-Tach Hydraulic Attachment System and features a skid steer interface, so operators can use many of the attachments they may already have.

John Deere
The John Deere 244L/324L compact wheel loaders are ideal for landscape/snow removal, ag material handling, and construction tasks. These models include the Articulation Plus steering system on the 244L and 324L, which provides operators a combination of lift capacity and maneuverability, the company says. The 244L achieves an 8-foot 3-inch full-lift dump height and a full-turn tip load of 8,157 pounds, while the 324L with high lift reaches a 10-foot 3-inch height. Standard lift is capable of a full-turn top load of 9,766 pounds. A hydrostatic transmission is coupled with a smooth auto-shift two-speed gearbox, which provides a faster travel speed of up to 23 mph — a 21% increase in speed over the K-Series models.

Doosan Equipment
Doosan DL250-5 wheel loaders are designed for scooping, lifting, carrying, and dumping activities associated with agriculture tasks. The 171-HP wheel loaders are approved for use with a 3.3 cubic-yard bucket. The standard configuration has a maximum dump height of 9 feet 2 inches while a high-lift option extends the dump height to 10 feet 7 inches. Also available in this size, the company says, is a tool carrier (TC) iteration that may be ideal for lift-and-carry applications when the operator needs to keep items level while the loader is moving.

Bobcat
The M2-Series compact loaders offer a variety of performance, operator-comfort, and visibility enhancements to help increase operator productivity and provide enhanced machine-uptime protection. Cab comfort is enhanced with an automatic ride control option and new front and rear cab isolators, door seals, and side screen dampers to reduce vibration and noise. A redesigned top window improves visibility with a 34% increase in open area. This is beneficial when loading material into a high-sided truck. Also available is an optional side lighting kit for increased visibility when working when it is dark, the company says.

Manitou
Manitou’s NewAg telescopic loaders feature essential innovations in comfort, performance, and efficiency for the agricultural industry, the company says. Manitou offers three MLT NewAg models for North America: the Manitou MLT 630, MLT 733, and MLT 737. “We spent years researching the daily demands facing today’s farmers to ensure that our NewAg Range meets the day-to-day requirements of the industry,” Steve Kiskunas, Product Manager, Telescopic Handlers, Manitou Group, says. “We focused on innovations in engineering, technology, and design that would improve overall profitability and efficiency on the farm.” Top features of the Manitou NewAg telehandlers include panoramic visibility, intelligent hydraulics, four steering modes, attachment hydraulic locking, and active CRC boom suspension.

Komatsu
Equipped with an EPA Tier 4 Final-certified engine, the WA200-8 addition to the wheel loader family combines high production with low fuel consumption and improved operator comfort. The WA200-8’s parallel-lift linkage and impressive breakout force make it a versatile job site tool. Useful in virtually any application, from pallet handling to hard digging, fuel consumption drops by up to 4% in V-cycle as well as load-and-carry applications. “The WA200-8 is a massive upgrade in operator comfort,” Frank Nyquist, Product Manager, Komatsu America, says. “And the quick, change-on-the-fly coupler lets you move from moving bales to loading pallets to cleaning out feedlots or pushing into a pile with ease.”

XCMG
XCMG developed the XC948 and XC949 for the North American market. XC948 meets the EPA Tier 3 emission standard. XC949 meets the EPA T4F emission standard while its overall design fits human aesthetics. The rear flip engine hood and side flip cab make its maintenance more convenient. Both loaders are comfortable in operation, fuel efficient, reliable, and durable, the company says.

New Holland
The LA Series of 13 loaders for T5, TS6, T6, T7, and T8 Series tractors is designed to deliver the visibility, performance, and reliability needed to increase productivity during loading, hauling, and materials-handling jobs. Delivering enhanced visibility, LA loaders provide a 30% increase in the operator’s field of vision when the loader is positioned for transport (approximately 17 inches above the ground). The combination of the curved boom, low cross tube, and chamfered loader arm provide operators with clear sight lines to operate effectively in close quarters. Featuring a rugged design, the durable loader arm/beam features a wide 80-mm-wide profile. Manufactured using a fully automated, state-of-the-art welding process for unrivaled strength, the components are cast and forged to provide extra strength and a long lifespan, the company says.

Mustang by Manitou
Major bucket breakout forces on the Mustang by Manitou AL708 articulated loader maximize productivity in agriculture applications. With a breakout force of 13,020 pounds, operators are able to fill the bucket to the max with each scoop. Front- and rear-locking differentials also provide maximum tractive effort for pushing into the pile. The Mustang by Manitou AL708 articulated loader has an impressive amount of power, weighing in at 5.5 tons, with a 74-HP engine at the core and a max tipping load of 7,907 pounds. Efficiency will be at an all-time high with this workhorse, which reaches speeds up to 19 mph and can easily maneuver with 45 degrees of articulation and 10 degrees of oscillation. Add in the versatility from a wide range of attachments and a skid steer interface, and the Mustang by Manitou AL708 articulated loader is an indispensable tool for the farm, the company says.