MDB shows off new Green Climber, Synapse and autonomous driving at EIMA 2026

MDB is unveiling three vegetation-management technologies at EIMA International 2026 in Bologna, including the Green Climber LV 300 X, its Synapse attachment system and fully autonomous driving for forestry. The launch points to tighter machine-attachment integration, safer setup and a possible shift toward driverless operation in rugged field work.

Why it matters: - MDB is pushing vegetation management beyond remote control toward automated setup, adaptive safety and fully autonomous operation. - The three launches target forestry, agriculture, construction and industrial users who work on steep terrain and with demanding attachments. - The company is showing the technologies at EIMA International 2026 in Bologna, one of the sector’s major trade events.

What happened: - MDB is presenting the Green Climber LV 300 X, MDB Synapse and a fully autonomous driving application at EIMA International 2026. - The event runs 10–14 November 2026 at the Bologna Exhibition Centre in Italy. - MDB’s main stand is in Hall 16, Stand A/5. - The autonomous driving demonstration is at EIMA Energy, Area Dinamica outdoor stand A46.

The details: - The Green Climber LV 300 X is the latest evolution of the LV 300 PRO and is making its official debut at EIMA. - The machine uses a redesigned layout and upgrades to power delivery, protection and durability. - A new REHLKO KSD engine keeps the same horsepower as the previous model but delivers 20% more torque. - MDB says the added torque improves pulling power in dense vegetation and heavier cutting conditions. - The machine’s geometry has been revised to lower its centre of gravity. - MDB says the lower centre of gravity improves stability and control on steep terrain. - The LV 300 X, like all Green Climber remote-controlled machines, can operate on slopes of up to 60 degrees. - The redesign includes a new protective roll bar and an updated undercarriage. - The undercarriage uses round extension tubes designed to improve structural durability and extend service life. - The LV 300 X is shown with the new TE 100 semi-forestry flail. - MDB positions the TE 100 as a purpose-built attachment for more demanding vegetation management and challenging cutting applications. - MDB Synapse won the EIMA 2026 Technical Innovation Award. - Synapse uses RFID technology inside each attachment to store technical data, operating parameters, compatibility information and safety requirements. - Once connected, the attachment communicates data to the machine, which can configure itself automatically. - Parameters can include hydraulic flow and pressure, rotation speed and direction, load limits, maximum travel speed and control settings. - The system is designed to reduce setup time and the risk of incorrect configurations. - Compatible attachments can communicate data without requiring an internet connection or individual database updates on each machine. - Synapse combines predefined danger zones with real-time inputs such as operator position, machine inclination, direction, travel speed and attachment load. - The system can adjust safety zones and interventions as working conditions change. - If Synapse detects a potentially dangerous situation, it can warn the operator, slow the machine, limit movement or stop operations. - The machine can also record operating hours and relevant events directly onto the attachment’s RFID. - Operators can view attachment data with an NFC-enabled smartphone and a dedicated app, including operating hours, maintenance records, upcoming interventions and recorded events. - MDB says each attachment keeps its own digital record throughout its working life. - The autonomous driving system is described as a world first for the forestry industry. - MDB says the system is based on expertise developed in autonomous motorsport, including Formula 3 cars that race without an onboard driver. - The forestry machine can perceive its environment, interpret conditions and make independent decisions while navigating and operating. - The company says the system goes beyond following a programmed route or predefined movements. - MDB specialists and technical experts will be available throughout the exhibition to explain the systems and demonstrate the autonomous technology.

Between the lines: - MDB is positioning software and sensing as central to the next phase of vegetation management, not just mechanical power. - The Synapse system suggests a move toward attachments that carry their own operating profile, which could simplify deployment across mixed fleets. - The autonomous driving display signals that MDB wants to frame itself as a technology company as much as a machinery maker.

What’s next: - Visitors can see the new machines and autonomous system during the full EIMA exhibition window. - MDB is using the trade fair to present a broader vision for future professional vegetation management. - The company is expected to continue developing the Green Climber line around remote control, intelligent attachments and automation.

The bottom line: - MDB is betting that the next leap in vegetation management will come from smarter attachments, safer machine control and fully autonomous field operation.