[VIDEO] The History of Earthmoving Equipment
The history of earthmoving equipment is more fascinating than one might think. From horses to diesel, the evolution of mining and construction machinery goes back more than 100 years when heavy machines were drawn under human or animal power. Nowadays the equipment has become massive, integrated with the most advanced systems imaginable to provide the highest payloads conceivable, while maintaining the safest working conditions possible.
(Source: National Geographic)
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