Standard machine sales have typically been in the 30,000 unit range in good years. Sales have been declining since 1999 when they peaked during the last business cycle. In 2002, final sales ranged near 20,500 units, down over 35 percent in three years. For the compact backhoes, still only a fraction of the bigger machine sales yearly, demand in 2002 declined below the 5000-unit level, down about 25 percent from the peak achieved in 1999.

Backhoe bucket breakout force for the 416D is 11,700 lb. and for both the 420D and 430D it''s more than 14,700 lb. Backhoe stick lift capability is 5320 lb. for the 416D, 6250 lb. for the 420D and 6610 lb. for the 430D. The optional quick coupler for the backhoe allows quick changes of work tools for additional versatility and flexibility in applications. The new backhoe loaders are available with standard cab complete with a Sears Manufacturing air suspension seat or a deluxe cab that offers additional seat features, added instrumentation and an Auto-Up mode for the stabilizers. The operator station in the D-Series machines includes white-face gauges and a new hand throttle. Heavy-duty Model TLB-535 compact tractor loader backhoe delivers 6,000-lb. digging force. Reaches depths to 11 ft. Dual-cylinder. The 180[degrees] hydraulic cushioned swing allows precise work in tight areas. Joystick controls permit smooth operation. Features oversized pins with replaceable composite bearings and urethane lip seals in all working joints to reduce friction, eliminate metal-to-metal contact, retain grease levels, and keep out debris. Heavy-duty boom lock can be engaged or disengaged from operator''s seat.

EarthForce America, Summerville, S.C., is the marketing headquarters for Superstav in North America. All machines are sold in North America under the EarthForce brand nameKubota Tractor Corp. USA, an American affiliate of Kubota Corp. in Japan, offers two models of mini-backhoe loaders, the B21 and L35. The company is second in the marketplace and imports its machines from Japan. KTC, which started selling machines in the U.S. market in 1972, is headquartered in Torrance, Calif. The company''s B21 machine is rated 21 hp and features hydrostatic drive, while the L35 is rated 35 hp and has a mechanical Glide Shift transmission for clutchless shifting. The bigger machine has a 9 ft. digging depth. Ingersoll Equipment (not to be confused with Ingersoll-Rand Co.) is located in Winneconne, Wis. The company started producing small backhoe loaders in 1983. Current models include 18 hp and 20 hp machines and a larger addition is being discussed for 2001. Both the 6018 BH and 6020 BH loaders have a digging depth of 7.5 ft. and both machines are very light at less than 3000 lb.

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