Hitachi enters North American ADT market through Bell Equipment agreement

Hitachi goes into North American ADT market through Bell Equipment arrangement

The very first LANDCROS-branded ADTs will be offered in early summertime 2027

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• Heavy Equipment Guide Staff
• October 30, 2026

Hitachi Construction Machinery Americas will get in the North American articulated dump truck market through a partnership with Bell Equipment3 designs in the 30- to 50-ton variety, the ZD30, ZD45, and ZD50, are arranged to introduce in early summer season 2027; they will be followed with extra designs that broaden the lineup to cover 20 to 60 heaps.

On April 1, 2027, Hitachi Construction Machinery will alter its name to LANDCROS.

. Hitachi goes into the North American ADT market

The United States and Canada represents the world’s biggest market for articulated dump trucks, with an approximated yearly need of 5,000 to 6,000 systems.

Providing 3 brand-new designs positions Hitachi to complete in the devices classes that represent approximately 90 percent of the North American ADT market. The addition of articulated loaders marks an essential action in Hitachi’s method to broaden its devices offerings and enhance its position in the North American market.

For clients dealing with massive earthmoving, quarry, and facilities jobs, the brand-new ADTs assist finish the task website. Professionals can now source excavators, wheel loaders, and articulated dump trucks through one dealership network, with constant access to parts, service, and assistance.

Bell Equipment brings more than 26 years of experience in the North American ADT market, together with a recognized existence in item advancement, production, and aftermarket assistance.

Secret functions of the ZD30, ZD45, and ZD50 ADTs

Power and resilience

• Engine output and torque efficiency can manage requiring haul cycles.
• Expression joints are developed particularly for high-load applications, utilizing high-tensile steel and commonly spaced tapered roller bearings for extra strength.

Requirement security innovation

• On-Board Weighing reveals the operator the load in genuine time throughout loading.
• Bin Tip Prevention keeps an eye on the rear chassis angle throughout disposing. If the angle is undue, increasing the threat of a rollover, a caution shows on the screen and instantly stops the bed from increasing.
• Geofencing resolve the fleet management system. It can obstruct entry into limited locations, set speed limitations by zone, mark dump-prohibited locations, and assist avoid theft.

Serviceability

• A 10-inch colour screen shows running status, security cautions, and repairing details, and provides the operator access to automobile function settings.
• Grease nipples are centralized and can be reached from ground level, that makes regular upkeep quicker.

“Bell Equipment has a long history working with Hitachi Construction Machinery, and we have the highest respect for the company, its people, culture, and products. We also know that these industry-leading ADTs and the Hitachi range of loading tools pair extremely well. As an ADT specialist our product development focuses highly on the end user experience and this collaboration will allow for more dealers and contractors, in the highly competitive North American market, to benefit from the innovation, features, and performance that we have worked hard to bring to market,” stated Izak van Niekerk, CEO of Bell Equipment.

“We’re excited to continue expanding our equipment lineup in North America with three new ADT models,” stated Simon Wilson, primary running officer of Hitachi Construction Machinery Americas. “Bell’s reputation for quality, reliability, and proven ADT engineering makes these machines an excellent addition to the LANDCROS lineup. Just as importantly, this expands the solutions our dealers can offer, helping them serve the needs of top-tier customers in their markets, strengthening their position as a full-line equipment partner.”