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Thinking of buying a skid steer what are best options?
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<blockquote data-quote="md80captain" data-source="post: 64897" data-attributes="member: 8615"><p>I am thinking of buying a skid steer primarily for personal use. I want to be able to run a brush-hog, and I'd also like to be able to do a little digging with it. I want something as heavy as possible, without going over 10,000 pounds rolling weight when on a trailer. In other words about 7500 pounds maximum with a typical attachment. I have limited experience with rental units, but from what I've seen tracks are really nice as far as breakout force and stability. However, I'm assuming that maintenance and overall cost of operation would be substantially higher with a tracked unit. I almost bought a Bobcat t140 , but not knowing much about the machine I chickened out. I'm aware that skidsteers are complex machines and have lots of expensive parts. Some of the electronic stuff on the newer ones also scares me. I'm thinking it would probably be best to find an expert to look over any prospects before I buy. I have a couple of questions: Brandwise what would be the best overall choice? Tracks or wheels? Should I stay away from rental units? It seems hours meters don't always tell the truth, do most operators keep maintenance records? Any advise is appreciated.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="md80captain, post: 64897, member: 8615"] I am thinking of buying a skid steer primarily for personal use. I want to be able to run a brush-hog, and I'd also like to be able to do a little digging with it. I want something as heavy as possible, without going over 10,000 pounds rolling weight when on a trailer. In other words about 7500 pounds maximum with a typical attachment. I have limited experience with rental units, but from what I've seen tracks are really nice as far as breakout force and stability. However, I'm assuming that maintenance and overall cost of operation would be substantially higher with a tracked unit. I almost bought a Bobcat t140 , but not knowing much about the machine I chickened out. I'm aware that skidsteers are complex machines and have lots of expensive parts. Some of the electronic stuff on the newer ones also scares me. I'm thinking it would probably be best to find an expert to look over any prospects before I buy. I have a couple of questions: Brandwise what would be the best overall choice? Tracks or wheels? Should I stay away from rental units? It seems hours meters don't always tell the truth, do most operators keep maintenance records? Any advise is appreciated. [/QUOTE]
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