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Roundup ers. "If you're going to use a 14-foot machine for these types of tasks, you should seriously consider an upgraded cooling package," Capps says. Katie Pullen, brand marketing manager, Case Construction Equipment, says larger machines have bigger, more comfortable cabs and a greater range of options. These benefits can have as much positive impact on productivity as a larger bucket or longer reach. On the horizon JCB's Blower notes that Tier 4 Final is already in place for engines of less than 75 horsepower and that it arrives for bigger engines in 2015. "There will have to be a price increase to cover that and customers may look hard at smaller machines," he says. "Manufacturers will be looking to get 110-horsepower performance out of 74 horsepower." He says the back part of the machine only requires 65 horsepower, so it's conceivable that smaller machines will provide adequate performance. The key will be further development of hydraulic and electronic systems. "We're moving away from the place where horsepower is king," Blower says. "Customers will continue to widen their definition of performance." Hershberger says that "smart buyers factor in system considerations such as hydraulic performance and advanced machine systems. These may deliver more performance at a lower horsepower rating compared to a competitive unit with a higher power rating." 590 Super N CASE CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT Case Construction Equipment's N Series backhoes, including the 108-horsepower 590 Super N (pictured), are powered by a 3.4-liter engine offering up to 4 percent better fuel efficiency than the company's M Series machines. Standard features include automatic ride control on four-wheel drive models and remote hydraulic test ports for ground-level service diagnostics. A panel of dipper teeth, located on the bottom panel of the dipper, allows the operator to secure oddly shaped or oversized debris by pinning the debris against the dipper with the bucket. For product info, visit casece.com. 710K JOHN DEERE John Deere's 710K, with a top roading speed of 25 mph, offers the choice of a standard five-speed transmission or an optional AutoShift transmission, which reduces the number of times necessary to activate the transmission control lever. Sealed Switch Models of the backhoe come with auto idle, auto shutdown and keyless start. An economy mode setting helps operators strike the balance between optimal fuel savings and maximum productivity. The electronically-controlled, variable-speed cooling fan, controlled by an electronic clutch, is designed to reduce horsepower draw on the engine. For product info, visit johndeere.com. EquipmentWorld.com | August 2013 17