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Loading Up for the Big Move with the Diesel Queen

Aug 22, 2025
Join The Diesel Queen as she uses a compact wheel loader to help her with her big move.

When you have 17 acres of land, 2 horses, over 5,000 pounds of tools, and thousands of pounds of general junk, the thought of moving can be daunting. That’s the situation renowned diesel mechanic, Melissa Petersmann, found herself in this summer when she sold her property. As a professional heavy machinery mechanic, she knew that she would need a versatile machine to help her complete the list of tasks needed to get through to close the sale of her home. She’d also need a machine that could help her move into her new property. That’s why she chose a Hitachi compact wheel loader.

The Hitachi compact ZW50 was engineered for users like Melissa who need a machine that can handle different tasks by simply switching attachments. Equipped with forks and a bucket, Melissa, known online as The Diesel Queen, was able to organize hay bales, patch holes in her driveway, lift diesel engines, and move heavy tool boxes. The hydraulic quick coupler on this loader made it easy for her to move from task to task by simply pressing a few buttons to release and secure attachments into place.

Beyond their attachment capabilities, Hitachi compact loaders are also equipped with sensors that support auto functions for precise operation. The auto level function keeps operators at the exact height they need without the hassle of rechecking and correcting their position. It can be activated with just a couple of lever movements streamlining the operator experience. “It’s easier than anything I’ve used in the past,” Melissa said, “I’m really happy with it.” For a person like Melissa, who is using the ZW50 on her personal property, Hitachi wheel loaders have a wide-open service hood that reveals a simple, well organized service bay. This is rooted in Hitachi Construction Machinery’s history of engineering excellence and reputation of manufacturing equipment that is consistently trustworthy. Recognizing that regular maintenance is key to a machine’s longevity, they designed a simple, accessible service bay to give operators a hassle free experience that will keep them on a regular maintenance schedule. Under the hot summer sun, Melissa took full advantage of the airtight, airconditioned cab and the plush comfortable seats. The ergonomic controls and air ride suspension seats gave her a comfortable environment to flow through the task list that allowed her to close on the sale of her home.

With the ZAXIS Compact Series, Hitachi Construction Machinery was focused on manufacturing wheel loaders that create a harmonious experience for users like Melissa. From easily switching attachments, to automating crucial tasks, Hitachi compact loaders are agile tools that are engineered to bring precision to every lift, load, and carry.

To follow along on her journey follow her social media accounts: Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn. If you’d like to hear more stories of how Hitachi machines are used every day visit “Stories From Across the Land”.

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