Matt McGowan
Active Member
Here are some pics of the new Cat D7E electric drive dozer from Conexpo. From what I understand they haven't set a price on it yet and production is probably a year away. They do claim some big advatages with this dozer though, like 20% better fuel efficiency and 25% more productivity.
One interesting thing I saw happen, while waiting in line, an Asian gentleman got in the cab and started taking pictures. Not all that unusual in itself but he had and exhibitor name badge. Upon seeing this the Caterpiller guy politely and firmly booted him out. He stated something to the effect that they have paying customers that are interested in their dozer and if he would like to come back later, when they aren't busy, he'll be happy to answer any questions then.
One interesting thing I saw happen, while waiting in line, an Asian gentleman got in the cab and started taking pictures. Not all that unusual in itself but he had and exhibitor name badge. Upon seeing this the Caterpiller guy politely and firmly booted him out. He stated something to the effect that they have paying customers that are interested in their dozer and if he would like to come back later, when they aren't busy, he'll be happy to answer any questions then.