August 2014 | EquipmentWorld.com
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machine matters
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by Richard Ries
Is there a compelling reason for
you to invest in the new models?
T
he 2013 Equipment World Spec Guide had 10 new
models of backhoes in the 14-foot and greater cat-
egories. This year, there's only one new model.
Since Tier 4 Final is set to come into effect
next January 1 for most engines used in
this backhoe size class, we wondered what manu-
facturers have done in addition to meeting these
emissions regs. Is there a compelling reason
for customers to invest
in current models?