IRVING, TX — Compact Construction Equipment, LLC (CCE) the authorized Bobcat equipment dealer in south, central and west Texas has acquired Bobcat of Abilene.

In business since the early 1960s, Bobcat of Abilene distributes Bobcat equipment in the Abilene, Sweetwater and San Angelo markets and operates a full-service rental store that provides earthmoving, landscape, concrete, compaction and aerial equipment.

“Becoming a part of the CCE enterprise gives our customer base immediate access to a larger selection of Bobcat equipment when they are looking to make a purchase,” said President of Bobcat of Abilene Jeff Prince. “In addition, our parts and service capacity increases, helping us better support customers in our local market. Our team is excited to be joining the CCE family.”

Prince will be staying on with CCE and will continue to manage the Abilene branch.

“Bobcat of Abilene has been in business for over 60 years and has a talented team with decades of industry experience and a passion for delivering superior customer service,” said Vermeer Texas/Louisiana CEO Whit Perryman. “We are excited about this acquisition and to expand our regional footprint in West Texas to better serve our customers.”