Construction Equipment Buying Guide: Features to Prioritize

Oct. 28 2022 Buying Guide By Stribling Equipment

Looking to add construction equipment to your fleet? Be sure to prioritize the following essential features for a safe and productive work day.

Safety Features

Construction equipment can come with a wide range of safety features, which help reduce the chances of an on-site accident.

They include:

  • Sensors that detect when another person or piece of construction equipment is getting too close.
  • Backup cameras.
  • Seatbelts.
  • Rollover protection.

Think about the safety features that will best match your given work site and work projects, then shop for construction equipment accordingly.

Attachment Compatibility

Some construction equipment is compatible with attachments. These accessories can handle a variety of tasks, making the construction equipment much more versatile. In some cases, you can even get an attachment rather than a second piece of construction equipment!

Spend some time looking over the possible construction equipment attachments and determine which ones you would want. Then, be sure to seek out models that are compatible with those given attachments.

Operator Features

Some construction equipment will be easier to use. These models are designed with operator efficiency in mind.

Common operator features include:

  • Intuitive controls.
  • Clear displays.
  • Color-coded buttons.
  • Automatic functions

These are just a few of the features that can help make your work easier and more efficient.

When you're ready to explore construction equipment for sale, reach out to the experts at Stribling Equipment. We have a wide range of available models across our dealerships in Tennessee, Mississippi, and Arkansas.