My first opportunity to operate an excavator was 1986. I was hooked. From back then on a 235 Cat, to the oil mines in Alberta (Fort Hills, Suncor, and Kearl Lake) operating Hitachi 8000 and Komatsu 8000 seemed to fly bye. I am retired now and don't really miss it, but I would jump back on one of these new excavators to "have a feel" of the new technology. Great video.
So big question. Obviously, the P Tier with grade control are going to have to be Electric over hydraulic controls. But are the cheaper G Tier still hydraulic over hydraulic controls? I have an Equipment Rental Business and for most of my renters the grade control is not something they will use, or at least very few. A lot of operators really still want hydraulic controls.
I disagree, having operated both a lot, I think the Deere is better especially hydraulics. I am happy to see them end their partnership with Hitachi because the cab needs a big update as well and a few other things. I guess Cat makes larger models as well but overall the operability on Deere construction equipment is better in my experiences and opinion
Modern technology is outstanding---until it's not!!!! I come from the old school thinking where an experienced operator is worth their wait in gold. An experienced operator knows his machine and a "novice" has no clue!!!
@johnzadinya2181 used to dig hundreds of meters of ditch per day with nothing but a paint mark on my stick. The new technology won't make a crappy operator good but it will make an excellent operator more excellent
