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Yellow Komatsu PC200 excavator on a construction jobsite
Buying Guide

Buying a Used Komatsu PC200: What to Check Before You Buy

The Komatsu PC200 is one of the most popular 20-ton excavators on the used market, but not every machine is a smart buy. Learn exactly what to inspect and which red flags to avoid before purchasing a used PC200.

September 11, 2026 9 min read
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Volvo and CAT wheel loaders side by side on a job site
Buying Guide

Volvo vs CAT Wheel Loader: Which Is Better for Your Operation?

Choosing between Volvo and Caterpillar wheel loaders is one of the biggest equipment decisions contractors face. This guide breaks down the key differences in performance, fuel economy, comfort, and total cost of ownership to help you make the right choice.

September 9, 2026 9 min
John Deere and Komatsu bulldozers on a construction site
Buying Guide

John Deere vs Komatsu Dozer: 200-Class Showdown

Choosing between John Deere and Komatsu for your next 200-class dozer? We compare the 850L and D65 head-to-head on power, technology, serviceability, and total cost of ownership.

September 9, 2026 9 min
Bobcat and Kubota skid steers side by side on job site
Buying Guide

Bobcat vs Kubota Skid Steer: Which Brand Wins?

Bobcat and Kubota are two of the most popular skid steer brands in North America, but they serve different types of contractors. This guide breaks down the key differences to help you choose the right machine for your operation.

September 7, 2026 9 min
CAT 320 and Komatsu PC200 excavators side by side comparison
Buying Guide

CAT 320 vs Komatsu PC200: Which 20-Ton Excavator Should You Buy?

Choosing between the CAT 320 and Komatsu PC200 is one of the most common decisions contractors face when buying a 20-ton excavator. This guide compares both machines head-to-head on performance, costs, and real-world applications.

September 4, 2026 9 min
Kobelco SK series excavator on construction jobsite
Brand Guide

Kobelco Excavator Models: SK Series Complete Buyer's Guide

Kobelco's SK series excavators have earned a strong reputation among contractors for fuel efficiency, reliability, and innovative technology. This guide covers the complete lineup from compact mini excavators to large production machines.

September 2, 2026 9 min
Liebherr R Series excavator on construction jobsite
Brand Guide

Liebherr Excavator Models: R Series Lineup Guide

Liebherr's R Series excavators are known for their German engineering, fuel efficiency, and durability in demanding applications. This guide covers the complete lineup from compact crawlers to massive mining machines.

August 31, 2026 9 min
Hitachi ZX excavator on construction site
Brand Guide

Hitachi Excavator Models: ZX Series Lineup and Buyer's Guide

Hitachi excavators have earned a strong reputation among contractors for reliability and fuel efficiency. This guide covers the complete ZX series lineup and what to look for when buying new or used Hitachi machines.

August 28, 2026 9 min
Kubota orange mini excavator on construction site
Brand Guide

Kubota Mini Excavator Models: Complete KX and U Series Guide

Kubota mini excavators are among the most popular compact machines in the construction industry. This guide breaks down every KX and U Series model to help you find the right fit for your operation.

August 26, 2026 9 min
Yellow Case construction equipment lineup at a job site
Brand Guide

Case Construction Equipment Models: The Complete Lineup Guide

Case Construction Equipment offers a comprehensive lineup of machines built for contractors who demand reliability and performance. This guide covers every Case equipment category to help you choose the right model for your operation.

August 24, 2026 9 min
Bobcat skid steer and mini excavator on construction site
Brand Guide

Bobcat Equipment Models: Skid Steers, Mini Excavators & More

Explore the complete Bobcat equipment lineup from compact skid steers to powerful mini excavators. Learn which Bobcat models fit your contracting needs and budget.

August 21, 2026 9 min
Volvo EC series excavator working on construction site
Brand Guide

Volvo Excavator Models: Complete EC Series Buyer's Guide

Volvo's EC series excavators are known for fuel efficiency, operator comfort, and reliable performance across jobsites. This guide breaks down every model class to help contractors choose the right Volvo excavator.

August 14, 2026 9 min
John Deere E-Series excavator working on construction site
Brand Guide

John Deere Excavator Models Explained: E-Series Lineup Guide

John Deere's E-Series excavators offer contractors reliable performance across a wide range of applications. This guide breaks down every model from compact to production-class machines to help you choose the right Deere excavator.

August 13, 2026 9 min
Yellow Komatsu PC excavator working on construction site
Brand Guide

Komatsu Excavator Models Guide: The Complete PC Series Lineup

Komatsu's PC series excavators are trusted workhorses on construction sites across America. This complete guide breaks down every model class to help you choose the right Komatsu excavator for your needs.

August 13, 2026 9 min
Close-up of a metal serial number identification plate riveted to the frame of a heavy construction machine
Buying Guide

How to Decode a Caterpillar Serial Number (CAT PIN Lookup Guide)

The serial plate is the most honest thing on a used machine. Here's where to find a CAT serial number or PIN, how to read it, and how to use it to verify a machine before you buy.

August 12, 2026 7 min
A large yellow crawler bulldozer with a straight blade pushing dirt on a dusty earthmoving site
Buying Guide

Buying a Used CAT D6 Dozer: What to Check Before You Buy

The D6 is one of the most in-demand dozers on the used market — which means both good machines and tired ones move fast. Here's exactly what to check before you write the check.

August 11, 2026 8 min
A yellow compact skid steer loader with a bucket attachment working on a residential job site
Equipment Guide

CAT Skid Steer Models Compared: How to Pick the Right Caterpillar Loader

226, 236, 246, 262, 272, 259, 299 — CAT's compact loader lineup is huge. Here's how the numbering works, when to choose tracks over wheels, and how to pick the right size.

August 10, 2026 7 min
A row of yellow heavy construction machines including an excavator, wheel loader and bulldozer lined up on a dealer sales lot
Brand Guide

CAT vs. Komatsu vs. John Deere: Which Heavy Equipment Brand Should You Buy?

The brand argument never ends in the equipment world. Here's a straight comparison of CAT, Komatsu and Deere on the things that actually cost you money: resale, parts, downtime and support.

August 8, 2026 8 min
A yellow articulated wheel loader loading gravel into a dump truck at a construction yard
Valuation

Used CAT Equipment Prices: What Drives Caterpillar Resale Value

Used CAT iron reliably sells for more than comparable off-brand machines — but not by a fixed amount. Here's what actually drives Caterpillar resale value, and how to price a machine honestly.

August 6, 2026 8 min
A large yellow hydraulic tracked excavator moving dirt on a construction site under a clear blue sky
Brand Guide

Caterpillar Excavator Models Explained: The Complete CAT Lineup Guide

320, 336, 305.5, D3, GC, Next Gen — CAT's model names look like a code because they are. Here's how to read them, and how each class of Caterpillar excavator actually performs.

August 4, 2026 9 min
Construction equipment working in an Arizona desert landscape with red rock and blue sky
Selling Guide

Selling Construction Equipment in Arizona: What You Need to Know

From Phoenix to Tucson, Arizona's building boom keeps demand for used iron high. Here's how to price, position, and sell your construction equipment in the Grand Canyon State.

July 21, 2026 6 min
Three excavators of different sizes lined up on a construction site
Equipment Guide

Excavator Size Guide: Which One Is Right for Your Job?

Buy too small and you'll stall the job; too big and you'll overpay and struggle to move it. Here's how to match excavator size to the work — from compact minis to large crawlers.

July 17, 2026 7 min
A mechanic inspecting the undercarriage and tracks of an excavator
Buying Guide

Buying Used Heavy Equipment: A 10-Point Inspection Checklist

A great price on a tired machine is no bargain. Run this 10-point inspection before you buy any used excavator, loader, or dozer — it's the difference between a deal and a money pit.

July 14, 2026 9 min
Close-up of a heavy equipment instrument cluster showing the hour meter
Valuation

How Operating Hours Affect Heavy Equipment Resale Value

Hours are the odometer of heavy equipment. Here's how buyers really interpret them, what counts as high vs. low, and how to keep hours from quietly draining your machine's value.

July 10, 2026 6 min
A clean used hydraulic excavator parked on an equipment dealer sales lot
Valuation

What Is My Used Excavator Worth? A 2026 Pricing Guide

Age, hours, brand, and condition all move the number. Here's how to estimate what your used excavator is really worth in today's market — and how to get top dollar when you sell.

July 6, 2026 8 min

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