Equip Expo preview 2026: Battery equipment, compact machines and more

Battery-powered equipment, charging technology and new compact machines will headline product debuts at Equip Exposition 2026, Oct. 20-23, in Louisville, Kentucky. Exhibitors also will showcase autonomous mowing, alternative fuels, attachments and maintenance products for landscaping professionals.

EGO Commercial will showcase eight new zero-turn mower models across sit-down, stand-on and compact stand-on configurations. The sit-down and stand-on models offer up to 44 gas-equivalent horsepower, speeds of up to 12 mph and cutting decks ranging from 48 to 60 inches, while the compact stand-on models offer up to 26 gas-equivalent horsepower and 32- or 36-inch decks. New handheld equipment planned for 2027 includes a 22-inch mower with a composite deck, a commercial blower rated at up to 780 cubic feet per minute and 190 mph, and a 16.5-inch string trimmer with a carbon-fiber shaft. EGO also will display a 3,200-watt charging hub designed to double the overnight charging capacity of its existing hub and support up to 48 three-port docks.

Toro will feature new commercial and residential outdoor power equipment, including the AeroMaster stand-on turbine blower, its first dedicated stand-on blower, and the redesigned GrandStand HDM+ stand-on mower, available in 32- and 36-inch models. The AeroMaster delivers 8,100 effective cubic feet per minute of airflow, while the GrandStand HDM+ features improved maneuverability and easier maintenance. Toro also will highlight updates to its Horizon360 business management software, including a lower-cost basic subscription tier and improvements to fleet tracking and preventive maintenance management.

RC Mowers will unveil an autonomous commercial mower platform and an all-season accessory lineup. The accessories are designed to expand the applications of the company’s remote-controlled slope mowers beyond mowing, allowing contractors to use the machines for additional tasks throughout the year.

CASE Construction Equipment will display the 43.5-horsepower TL170 mini track loader, with a rated operating capacity of up to 1,700 pounds, and the 64-horsepower 121G compact wheel loader, designed for applications including material handling and snow removal. The company also will demonstrate its TL100EV electric mini track loader and remote-control capabilities at the show.

New Holland Construction will debut five machines: the C324 mini track loader, F60C and F80C rough-terrain forklifts, and W50D and W60D compact wheel loaders. The C324 offers a rated operating capacity of 2,400 pounds and hydraulic flow of up to 21 gallons per minute. The forklifts offer lifting capacities of 6,000 and 8,000 pounds, while the new wheel loaders add options for landscaping, material handling and snow removal. All five machines include seven years of complimentary telematics connectivity.

Caterpillar will showcase compact equipment including the 301 micro hydraulic excavator, 302.4 and 302.6 mini excavators, 253 compact track loader and TUL100 compact utility loader. The machines offer options for confined jobsites, material handling, landscaping and attachment-driven work. The 253 has a rated operating capacity of 2,006 pounds, while the TUL100 offers a rated operating capacity above 1,000 pounds.

Honda will debut a new 58-volt battery-powered commercial handheld lineup, including the HBBX7550 backpack blower, HHHX2650 hedge trimmer, HHCX1650 chainsaw and HHTX1750 string trimmer. The tools share a battery and charging platform, allowing crews to use the same batteries and chargers across the lineup. The backpack blower delivers up to 750 cubic feet per minute and air speeds of up to 200 mph, while the chainsaw features a 16-inch guide bar. The products are scheduled to become available in spring 2027.

Propane Education & Research Council will highlight propane-powered mowers and utility vehicles. Its Propane Landscape Demonstration Program allows applicants to test propane-powered equipment for 10 days on their own routes. The booth will feature propane-converted mowers and a cylinder exchange cage demonstrating the fueling process.

B3C Fuel Solutions will introduce its Better Than Oil biodegradable bar and chain lubricant concentrate. The water-based concentrate is designed for gas-, battery- and electric-powered chainsaws. One gallon produces five gallons of usable lubricant when mixed with water, according to the company. B3C reports testing results showing up to 50% less friction and 38% less wear than conventional petroleum-based bar and chain oil.