Considering a 257B

[mfdchief]

New to the group here and have only ran Bobcats but I am looking at a 2006 257B with 1500 hours. Tracks look good but I was wondering what the known issues are with this model. I will be doing riverbank cleanup in the spring, a little dirt moving here and there and some small snow removal in the winter. I doubt I would put on more than 100 hours per year and it will be more of an expensive toy than anything. Thanks for any input. Mark

 

[bobcat_ron]

You made the right choice if it's gong to be a low hour unit.
Personally, I would have looked for one a bit nrewer, I like the 2007+ models, all the upgrades and their iundercarriages are better.

 

[mfdchief]

You made the right choice if it's gong to be a low hour unit.
Personally, I would have looked for one a bit nrewer, I like the 2007+ models, all the upgrades and their iundercarriages are better.

Thanks for the reply, I actually ended up with a 247b instead of the 257, lower hours and a few more bells and whistles. It too is a 2006 model but in great shape. So far I like it. I wish I could find a service manual for less than $1000 however!!! Thanks again for the reply. Mark