Online Catalogue last updated 17th of September 2023
Written by Eric C. Orlemann. Through a unique vision and ruthless determination, Robert Gilmour LeTourneau created and built some of the most revolutionary earthmoving machines. LeTourneau Earthmovers examines the amazing scrapers, wheel loaders, haulers, speciality equipment, and other machinery that pushed R.G. LeTourneau's companies to the forefront of the industry. It also brings to light the genius of this self-taught engineer whose inventions nearly defy imagination. R.G. LeTourneau pioneered technology that changed the course of earthmoving history and laid the foundation for today's modern earthmoving machines.
LeTourneau's engineering genius and remarkable products weren't restricted to earthmoving. His companies produced innovative log stackers, tree crushers, land trains, special military equipment, and marine oil drilling rigs.
Author Eric C. Orlemann's extensive research and insightful text provides the most in-depth examination of LeTourneau machines ever. More than 90 black and white and 115 colour photos of many never-before-seen machines make this a must-have book for any heavy-equipment, industrial design, or earthmover fan.
Code No. 009599, ISBN 0760308403