In Pictures: Falco Construction Adds 15 Takeuchi Electric Mini Excavators After Two-Year Trial

Falco Construction's fleet expansion will put battery-powered excavators to work on utility trenching across London.

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The Takeuchi TB20e machines can run up to three days on a single charge, cutting onsite emissions and noise.

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Falco's order follows a two-year trial of two electric units that proved the technology in real-world conditions.

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Electric mini excavators offer a quieter, zero-emission alternative as the construction industry weighs electrification.

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The 15 new machines will support utility trenching work around London on sites where diesel equipment is increasingly restricted.

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Takeuchi's TB20e recharges to 80 percent in about two hours, allowing crews to return quickly to digging.

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Battery-powered excavators promise reduced fuel costs and lower maintenance demands for contractors.

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Falco Construction's move signals growing momentum for electric equipment in the UK civil works sector.

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The order comes as the industry continues to weigh the benefits and practical limits of electrifying construction equipment.

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