An equipment evolution took place during the 1990s. The traditional center mount backhoe was used less frequently at job sites throughout North America. In its place, the compact excavator. When compared with a traditional backhoe, the compact excavator offers many advantages.
Operator is offset, providing better view of the bucket.
Faster repositioning with no stabilizer and bucket to raise and reset. Low overall height allows for inside operation. 360-degree cab rotation Unlimited truck loading and spoil dumping. Allows digging in any position around machine with no reduced visibility. Independent boom swing Permits offset digging around obstacles and beside structures.