Capital Equipment News March 2026

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undercarriage design and ample breakout force, these excavators handle challenging soils, utility trenches, drainage installations, and large scale landscape reshaping. Their size delivers greater reach and depth without sacrificing transportability between urban and regional sites. At the upper end of the range, machines near 35 tonnes bring substantial power for heavy earthmoving. These are the units that drive productivity on large civil construction projects, roadworks, and aggregate handling. With high lifting capacity and torque, they move material faster and more efficiently, supporting faster cycle times and reduced labour costs. Across all weights, Hitachi’s philosophy remains consistent: equip every machine with intuitive controls, robust hydraulics, and integrated systems that enable operators to work smarter and more productively. Competitive upfront pricing - premium brand, smart choice Traditionally, contractors balance brand prestige against budget constraints. Hitachi challenges the assumption that premium quality must come with

Excavators at approximately 13 tonnes excel in urban and tight-access jobs.

Hitachi’s strong global brand, combined with proven reliability and broad parts availability, ensures that medium excavators hold value in resale markets.

Hitachi medium excavators integrate fuel-efficient engine technology and hydraulic systems that optimise power delivery without waste.

Accessible service panels, extended maintenance intervals, and modular components reduce labour time and parts costs over the machine’s life.

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CAPITAL EQUIPMENT NEWS MARCH 2026

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