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Hey guys! I am still narrowing my search down for my first track loader. I am looking hard at a TL140, but I also wanted to ask about the New Holland C185. Does anybody have any experience with them that they care to share? Thanks!

Interesting info, Ron. Thank you! I see now where I am reading misleading information. I have been reading and comparing the specs on the Ritchie Bros site. They have the Operating Load at 50% of Tipping Load, and not 35%. That's why I was thinking the 257B was at 2,350 lbs. vs. the Take 130 at...

Thanks again Ron! I have to admit though that you talk a different language! What is ROC? I am assuming it is reach related, but what does it stand for? Also, I need to ask about the Operating Load spec. Can I expect the machine to lift this and more? I also don't understand the Operating Load...

Thank you Bobcat Ron! I appreciate the insight and opinion greatly! I am heading for the Salt Lake City area next week and will have the opportunity to sit in and operate the machines I had mentioned above. From everything I have read, it does seem the Takeuchi is a beast regarding its track...

Hello folks! I am new to this website and a hopeful first time owner of a track loader. We live and work on our family cattle ranch in Northeastern Nevada. I deal with a lot of rocks, steep terrain, and soft, wet meadows. I have been researching the different brands of track loaders and learning...