2023 U.S. Best-Selling Construction Machinery Rankings

Since production has stabilized in 2021 and 2022, new construction equipment has become more accessible. According to the latest EDA (Exploratory Data Information) equipment financing data from Fusable, an industrial industry data platform, nearly 135,000 new construction machinery units were financed in the United States in 2023, an increase of 2.7% from the 131,262 units in 2022.

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Original author | JordanneWaldschmidt（Randall Reilly）

Although the sales growth rate in 2023 is lower than in 2021 and 2022, the monthly sales from August to December 2023 are higher than in the previous two years. Texas, Florida, and California have the highest number of buyers for newly financed equipment.

In the 2023 sales equipment, Caterpillar's sales accounted for 21.5% of the market share, ranking first on the list. Kubota retained the second position, while Bobcat surpassed Deere to enter third place. Komatsu remained in fifth place, consistent with its ranking in 2022. Case, Takeuchi, Volvo, New Holland, and Sany Heavy Industry ranked sixth to tenth, respectively, consistent with their positions in 2022.

Table 1: Top 10 Construction Equipment Manufacturers by New Financing Sales in the U.S. in 2023

Fusable's EDA data platform primarily covers compact loaders, skid steer loaders, mini track loaders, small to medium-large excavators, standard and swamp dozers, wheel loaders, backhoe loaders, articulated trucks, single and double drum rollers, motor graders, telehandlers, tracked and wheeled pavers, and concrete pavers sold through financing. Both new and used equipment sales are included.

 

These data are compiled based on the UCC-1 documents concerning financed construction equipment in the United States. All data include sales, leases, and rentals. EDA continuously updates information and data.

 

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Popular Models of Construction Machinery Equipment Sold in North America

In the statistics of these popular types of construction machinery equipment, in the new machine financing sector, the more affordable compact equipment—compact track loaders, skid steer loaders, and mini excavators—dominate. Depending on the type of machine, financed purchases account for 40% to 75% of the total sales of that type of construction machinery equipment in the United States. Although customers can also purchase equipment with cash or letters of credit, those buying high-value equipment like large bulldozers often prefer to purchase through financing means.

Table 2: New Construction Equipment with the Most Financing in the U.S. in 2023 (By Number of New Units)

Following closely, among the top 10 new machines with the highest financing sales in the U.S., 9 are compact or mini track loaders:

1.CAT 259D3 Compact Track Loader

2.Kubota SVL97-2 Compact Track Loader

3.Bobcat MT100 Mini Track Loader

4.Deere 333G Compact Track Loader

5.Deere 325G Compact Track Loader

6.Bobcat T66 Compact Track Loader

7.Bobcat T770 Compact Track Loader

8.Cat 289D3 Compact Track Loader

9.Kubota SVL75-2 Compact Track Loader

10.Kubota KX040-4 Mini Excavator

In October 2023, Caterpillar announced a comprehensive overhaul of its compact track loader product line, replacing the 259D3 with the new model 255, and the 279D3 and 289D3 with the model 265.

 

Kubota launched the new SVL75-3 at the 2023 ConExpo, replacing the SVL75-2, and it hit the market in May 2023. Although sales are continuously growing, the total sales in 2023 were not enough to enter the top ten.

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Most Popular in Various States of the U.S.

Construction Machinery Equipment Sales Rankings

When purchasing new equipment, many contractor customers have their own loyal brands. However, uncertain regional economic environments and changes in dealership relationships can also impact their loyalty to the brands they choose. Let's look at the most popular models, calculated by sales volume, and divided by region and state. In states with smaller populations, such as Alaska and Maine, financing sales may only involve a few transactions. Sales volumes can also vary based on the types of industries and infrastructure development needs in these areas.

2.1 Eastern and South-Central Regions

Table 3: Most Popular Construction Machinery Equipment in Eastern and South-Central Regions

Eastern, South-Central Regional Champions: Kubota SVL97-2, Caterpillar 259D3, and Deere 333G.

2.2 Midwestern Region

Table 4: Most Popular Construction Machinery Equipment in the Midwestern Region

Midwestern Regional Champions: Caterpillar 259D3, Bobcat T66, and Bobcat T770.

2.3 Northeastern Region

Table 5: Most Popular Construction Machinery Equipment in the Northeastern Region

Northeastern Regional Champions: Bobcat MT100, Caterpillar 259D3, and Kubota KX040-4.

2.4 South Atlantic Region

Table 6: Most Popular Construction Machinery Equipment in the South Atlantic Region

South Atlantic Regional Champions: Kubota SVL97-2, Caterpillar 259D3, Bobcat MT100.

2.5 Western Region

Table 7: Most Popular Construction Machinery Equipment in the Western Region

Western Regional Champions: Bobcat MT100, Caterpillar 259D3, and Kubota KX040-4.

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Top Construction Machinery Equipment Manufacturers by State

In 20 states, Kubota received the most new orders, surpassing Caterpillar, which ranked first in 19 states (as well as the District of Columbia). The remaining 11 states are led by Bobcat (7 states), Deere (3 states), and Case (1 state).

Figure 1: Top Construction Machinery Equipment Manufacturer by Financing Sales in Each State

Note: Dark Blue: Bobcat; Yellow: Case; Dark Gray: Caterpillar; Green: Deere; Orange: Kubota.