The most powerful in the range of Compact hydraulic motors has been introduced by Haegglunds Drives AB in Sweden. The CA 210 builds upon the high performance of existing models of the range to give greater choice in application and torque output.

An agreement has been reached in which Haegglunds Drives, one of the world leaders in heavy hydrualic drive systems, will become part of Atle AB, the Swedish industrial group.In a deal worth an estimated £25 million, the company's current owner, Incentive, has decided to sell Haegglunds Drives to a group with a strong industrial and engineering focus.

Compact hydraulic motor design could combine power with small size and low maintenance with overall control.  Hagglunds Drives AB latest range of hydraulic drives is beginning to make inrods in the construction industry.

An hydraulic drive motor could offer many advantages in earth auger applications including low maintenance and ability to handle shock loads.

Hydraulic drive systems are now being applied to road construction equipment. In one of the first applications of its type, Hägglunds Drives Compact motors are being used by Rabaud, a French road construction machinery manufacturer.