Going HVO: new Wacker Neuson compact machines accepting alternative fuel

Mitchell Keller Managing Editor, American Cranes & Transport

19 September 2024

German-based construction and compaction equipment manufacturer Wacker Neuson said most of its product offerings can now use hydrotreated vegetable oils (HVO) to operate, which it said can reduce CO2 emissions up to 90%.

The company said all its equipment and compact machines with a Stage 5 diesel engine produced from September and afterwards are approved to use HVO (in accordance with British Standard fuel specification EN 15940) in addition to diesel.

This includes excavators, wheeled dumpers, wheeled loaders and telehandlers, as well as…

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