A backhoe is a piece of heavy equipment used to dig trenches and holes. A good backhoe driver has skill, knowledge and a vast understanding of the machine. While much of the learning is done behind ...

There are a few key yet simple operational tips that every operator can use to get more uptime, better results and even increased safety with backhoe operation. In the most basic sense, a ...

Before a backhoe starts up for the day, throughout the workday, all the way until the operator goes home, backhoe safety must be top of mind. Few things in day-to-day construction operations are as ...

Few kids can resist playing in the dirt with their bright yellow bulldozers and backhoe toys. If those fond childhood memories are still fresh in your mind, Gearflow.com suggests that you may enjoy ...

For precise backhoe operation, Caterpillar now offers the AccuGrade machine control and guidance system as a factory-installed option on the 416E, 420E and 430E backhoe-loader models. Utilization of ...

The dual-lock backhoe coupler on the F2s is another key benefit. With this advanced machine, the operator doesn't need to get out of the cab to install a locking bar or pins when connecting buckets ...

Case Construction Equipment has made numerous updates to its N Series backhoe loaders, including new PowerBoost functionality, a new PowerDrive transmission upgrade with direct drive and a ...

During the trenching, backfilling and truck-loading exercises, the CBL40 proved hydraulically capable, while exhibiting plenty of tractive effort, speed and controllability. Operator Frank Bogden and ...