Four new hydrostatic, four-wheel-drive compact utility tractors expand the large end of Bobcat new lineup to nine models. The CT335 has a 38-horsepower diesel and front-loader rated operating capacity (ROC), with counterweight, of 1,650 pounds. Three-point lift capacity is 2,475 pounds. The CT440, CT445, and CT450 all have front-loader ROC of 2,600 pounds and three-point lift capacity of 2,625 pounds, but they come powered by 41-horsepower, 45-horsepower, and 50-horsepower diesels, respectively. The Bob-Tach quick-attachment mounting system is now available on the optional front loader of all nine models. Currently, a bucket and pallet forks are available for use on the loader.

The 8.3-liter, Tier-3 Cummins in Dressta’s TD20M Extra crawler dozer delivers 240 net horsepower – an increase of 15 horsepower compared to the H model. An air-grid heater is standard equipment to aid cold-weather starting. The 52,140-pound machine’s new cooling module with hydraulically driven fan has replaceable sections including a charge-air cooler, transmission-oil cooler, radiator, and hydraulic-oil/fan-drive oil cooler. A single left-hand joystick replaces two steering levers and a gear-shift lever used on the H. “Great efforts have been made to eliminate or greatly reduce the need for . . . electronic systems,” Dressta says, “The TD20M Extra . . . with the exception of the engine, does not require a computer to diagnose problems.”

The 279C, 289C and 299C are the latest additions to Caterpillar equipment line of compact track loaders, which sport durable, steel-embedded track and steel-undercarriage components for extended life in aggressive applications. A new fully suspended undercarriage employs four independent torsion axles for a smoother ride and improved bucket load retention. Rated operating capacity ranges from 3,200 to 4,150 pounds, and horsepower from 82 to 90.

The RTX750 is the newest addition to Vermeer’s utility installation product lineup to feature the quad-track system, designed to maximize tractive effort and stability by maintaining constant four-point ground contact and providing full power to all four tracks. As compared to a dual-track system, the quad-track design has relatively no “breakover” point, With the RTX750, customers can choose between the quad tracks or rubber tires. When equipped with tires and rear steer, the heavy machine has an outside turning diameter of 17 feet. Powered by a 74-horsepower Cummins engine, the RTX750 will be available with a vibratory plow, trencher, sliding offset trencher, combo trencher/plow, reel carrier and backhoe attachments. Attachment controls are located on the right side of the operator’s station within easy reach from the seat.