Equipment Focus: Skid Steers

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Information for Site Prep’s special focus on skid steers has been provided by the respective manufacturers. For more information on their equipment lines, visit the websites listed under each entry.

Bobcat

Bobcat’s S850 skid steer loader offers a rated operating capacity (ROC) of 3,875 lb. — 17 percent more than the company’s previous largest skid steer loader. The S850 joins the Bobcat M-Series loader line with features such as improved power and performance, visibility and operator comfort. It offers a lift height of 144 in.
(www.bobcat.com)

Case Construction Equipment

The 400 Series 3 skid steer models by Case Construction Equipment range from 57-83 net hp. The models’ operating loads range from 1,500-3,000 lb. The 410, 420, 430, 440 and 450 models feature a radial-lift design for pushing or digging. The 435, 445 and 465 models offer a vertical-lift design for lift-and-carry.
(www.casece.com)

Cat

Cat’s B-Series 3 loaders incorporate design refinements that make them even more capable, more reliable, safer and easier to operate. The models include a redesigned “dead-engine lower valve,” a relocated single electronic control module (ECM) and new ECM-enabled features. A heavy-duty battery (880 CCA) is now standard equipment on larger models.
(www.cat.com)

Gehl

The Gehl V270 skid loader offers a powerful 84 hp turbo-diesel engine and a rated operating capacity of 2,700 lb. This loader achieves more than 130 in. of vertical lift with a state-of-the-art lift arm design that provides extended reach for truck and material loading.
(www.gehl.com)

JCB

JCB’s 330 skid steer features a 3,300-lb. operating capacity and a 92-hp Dieselmax engine. The 330 offers vertical lift, multifunction joysticks, a hydraulic quickhitch and compatibility with more than 30 different attachments.
(www.jcbvision.com)

Mustang

The Mustang 2056 skid steer loader features a new, compact chassis, measuring 59.7 in. wide (without bucket) when equipped with an optional offset wheel/tire package. It offers lift heights up to 122 in. with optional 12.00 HD tires and a rated operating capacity of 2,050 lb. when equipped with optional counterweight.
(www.mustangmfg.com)

New Holland

The L185 skid steer loader by New Holland features a turbocharged engine rated at 82 gross hp, a 2,500 lb. SAE-rated operating capacity, a bucket breakout force of 7,670 lb. and an operating weight of 7,135 lb. The L185 also includes the patented Super Boom vertical lift linkage for better dump height and reach.
(www.newholland.com)

Terex

The new skid steer loaders by Terex offer vertical lift path and radius lift path to complement its compact equipment line. Terex skid steer loaders are ideal for owner/operators who need reliable, productive machines that can work all day and get the job done.
(www.terex.com)

Volvo

The Volvo MC90B skid steer loader offers fuel efficiency with an 80.5 hp turbocharged, Tier 3 certified Volvo engine. The Volvo Care Cab assures operator comfort and efficiency, providing best-in-class visibility. The MC90B offers a rated operating capacity of 2,000 lb., and its simple, ground-level servicing keeps uptime at a maximum.
(www.volvoce.com/na)