ForestryTrader Caterpillar 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. ...
    Caterpillar Announces Upgraded Next-Generation Skid Steers
    Posted On: October 28, 2024
    The next-generation Cat skid-steer lineup includes 250, 260, 270, and 270XE wheel skid steers with new engines, new cab designs, and better performance. ...
    Caterpillar Reveals Next-Generation 275, 275 XE, 285, & 285 XE Compact Track Loaders
    Posted On: October 21, 2024
    Caterpillar’s 275 and 285 compact track loaders have a new design with more torque, greater lift capacity, higher breakout forces, and more operator space. ...
    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. ...
    Caterpillar Announces New 104-Horsepower D1 Crawler Mulcher
    Posted On: February 11, 2022
    The machine’s Cat HM518 mulching frame tackles small- to medium-diameter trees and brush in a swath 72 inches wide. ...
    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 Introduces New HM3013 & HM5515 Forestry Mulchers
    Posted On: June 23, 2021
    Caterpillar’s mulcher family now covers front-reach carriers from 11 to 36 tons and long-reach front machines from 40 to 52 t. ...
    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. ...
    Caterpillar Releases SMART Dozer Blade, Grader Blade & Backhoe Skid Steer Attachments
    Posted On: March 19, 2020
    Caterpillar says the three new introduce significant versatility to the various D3 Series Skid Steer Loader, Compact Track Loader, and Multi Terrain Loader models they are compatible with. ...
    Caterpillar To Unveil New Machinery, Technologies & Services At CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2020
    Posted On: January 6, 2020
    The equipment manufacturer will also crown the winner of its Global Operator Challenge at the show in Las Vegas, which is set to take place March 10 to 24. ...
    Caterpillar Revisits The Benefits Of Its D3K2 Track Mulcher
    Posted On: November 18, 2019
    The machine consists of a Cat D3K2 dozer outfitted with a Cat HM518 mulcher, along with the screens, sweeps, and guards necessary to protect itself and its driver from branches and debris. ...
    Cat Highlights Its 299D2 XHP Land Management Track Skid Steer
    Posted On: April 30, 2019
    This machine is purpose-built to operate the best tools for clearing dense vegetation, and is designed to run all day and keep its operator comfortable and in control. ...
    Cat Updates 950M Through 982M Wheel Loaders For Better Comfort & Payload Management
    Posted On: February 27, 2019
    Caterpillar has announced a product update package for its M Series of medium-sized wheel loaders such as the 950M, 962M, 966M, 972M, 980M, and 982M. ...
    Cat Develops VR Safety Training System
    Posted On: February 19, 2019
    Customized for paving operation employees, the system is designed to train workers on how to avoid the hazards of working mere inches from high-speed traffic. ...
    Cat Remote Services Cut Your Machinery’s Downtime
    Posted On: December 3, 2018
    With Cat Remote Troubleshoot, Cat technicians can diagnose and even fix some issues without a visit to the jobsite, and Cat Flash lets your machines receive software updates without service interruption. ...
    Weiler To Acquire Cat’s Purpose-Built Forestry Line
    Posted On: September 5, 2018
    Caterpillar and Knoxville, Iowa,-based Weiler, Inc, have reached an agreement that clears the way for Weiler to purchase Cat’s purpose-built forestry product lines and related operations. ...
    Cat Posts Record Q2 Numbers
    Posted On: August 9, 2018
    The company’s sales and revenues for the second quarter of this year totaled $14 billion, up from $11.3 billion in Q2 2017, thanks to strong demand in the oil, gas, and mining sectors. ...
    Pioneer Profile: Caterpillar’s Founders & How Cat Became A Global Giant
    Posted On: July 12, 2018
    Caterpillar is one of the world’s biggest and most recognizable brands having produced millions of trucks, dozers, loaders, and other equipment and attachments over a 100-year-plus history. ...
    Caterpillar Announces New 814K Wheel Dozer
    Posted On: June 7, 2018
    Caterpillar recently introduced its new Cat 814K wheel dozer, which will start shipping out this month and is designed to be rugged on the outside and comfortable for the operator on the inside. ...
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    What's New At Sandhills Global
    Posted 6/4/2026
    Find out about the latest Sandhills features and news, including the new Bloomberg/Sandhills dealer survey, the new parts hub, Hot Lists, and more. ...
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    Find Parts & Components Easier Than Ever On ForestryTrader.com
    Posted 6/4/2026
    The new Parts For Sale page on ForestryTrader.com makes finding the parts you need fast and easy. ...
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    Used Construction Equipment Rentals Remain Strong as Sales Cool
    Posted 6/4/2026
    Used construction equipment inventory levels continued to decline in May, led by crawler excavators and wheel loaders, according to the latest Sandhills Global market reports. ...
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    Cross-Promote Your Trucks & Trailers With One Listing In Multiple Markets
    Posted 6/2/2026
    One of the greatest advantages of advertising with Sandhills Global is that you only need to enter inventory once to open up cross-marketing possibilities on multiple sales platforms simultaneously. ...
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    Used Truck Fleets Continue to Age Amidst Ongoing Inventory Decline
    Posted 5/7/2026
    According to the latest Sandhills Global market reports, inventory levels of used trucks on TruckPaper.com and other Sandhills platforms are down over 20% compared to last year and is continuing a downward trend. ...
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    Komatsu & Green Forests Work Team Up On Reforestation Effort Aimed At Protecting Watershed
    Posted 5/5/2026
    In honor of Earth Day, Komatsu employees once again ventured deep into the forest to plant trees in support of the company’s ongoing reforestation partnership with nonprofit organization Green Forests Work. ...
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    What's New At Sandhills Global
    Posted 4/30/2026
    Find out about the latest additions to Sandhills platforms, including TruckPaper.com’s new trailer model names and BoatHarbor.com’s new mobile app. ...
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    2026 Forestry Trade Shows Across The US
    Posted 4/14/2026
    To help you plan your year, we’ve compiled a schedule of forestry industry trade shows, conventions, and conferences across the U.S. ...
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    Used Semi-Trailer Market Improves Despite Downward Truck Market Trends and Rising Fuel Prices
    Posted 4/6/2026
    According to new Sandhills Global market reports, used semi-trailer asking prices and auction values ticked up in March and are trending upward. ...
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    AuctionTime Reaches More Heavy Machinery Buyers
    Posted 3/13/2026
    Read our post to learn how AuctionTime brings more bidders to weekly online auctions through unmatched exposure ahead of the sale. ...
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