Get the Dirt on These Mini Loaders

LCN HorsePower - March 2009
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According to the 2008 LCN Survey, nearly 32 percent polled said they purchased a compact loader within the past three years. Excavating dirt or soil can be a daunting task at your site. Don’t get overwhelmed with the prospect of hauling tons of earth. Take some time to look at the features of these back hoes and loaders to make informed decisions. This equipment has been arranged by cost.

Caterpillar
Model No.: 904H compact wheel loader
Engine and Horsepower: 52 HP MHI S4Q2 diesel
Weight: 9,900 lbs. - Height: 94'' - Length: 185'' - Width: 67''
Operating Load: 3,257 lbs.
Accessories: Work tools: buckets, forks, brooms, other hydromechanical tools(landscape rakes, augers, etc.)
Machine Accessories: creeper speed, Industrial cooling package, Cab, air conditioning, hydraulic coupler
Special Features: Meets Interim Tier 4 regulations. The new engine powers a closed loop, single path hydrostatic transmission that works in combination with a frame mounted gear box and mechanical axles.
Warranty: 1 year, 1500 hours
Cost: $54,360

Yanmar
Model No.: V4-6 compact wheel loader
Engine and Horsepower: TNV series engine, 40.4 HP
Weight: 8,058 lbs. - Height: 8'5'' - Length: 14'5'' - Width: 5'7'' - Operating Load: 2,579 lbs.
Accessories: Can be equipped with an optional mechanical Quick-Coupler that fits most skid steer attachments. Comes with optional enclosed cabin.
Special Features: A fully automatic drive mode allows the loader to accelerate smoothly and change gears with no operator input. Automatic hydrostatic transmission. Fully enclosed, mechanical, wet, multiple disc brakes.
Warranty: 3 years or 3,000 hours.
Cost: With canopy and bucket - $47,351

Compact Power
Model No.: 532DX
Engine and Horsepower: Kubota D1105-T 32.8 HP
Weight: 2,470 lbs. - Height: 54'' - Length: 77'' - Width: 35'' with tracks retracted. With tracks extended 43.5''
Operating Load: 1,050 lbs.
Accessories: 50 plus attachments such as augers, trenchers, grapple buckets, power rakes, soil cultivators, leveler/carry-all, heavy duty forks, hydraulic breaker and more.
Special Features: Most powerful unit in the Boxer line. Its tracks also retract and extend.
Warranty: 1 year
Cost: $23,998

Ditch Witch
Model No.: SK650
Engine and Horsepower: Kubota D1105-T, 32.8 HP
Weight: 2630 lbs. - Height: 53'' - Length: 82'' - Width: 35''
Operating Load: 650 lbs.
Accessories: Backfill blade, planetary auger driver, backhoe, bucket, grading rake, carry-all leveler, plate compactor, rotary broom, tiller, stump grinder.
Special Features: Greater lift and dump heights than competitors, so the SK650 can dump into vehicles that others can't, increasing its versatility. Stand-on platform keeps operators out of mud and debris and reduces fatigue.
Warranty: 1 year
Cost: $22,900 to $25,200

The Toro Company
Model No.: TX525 Wide Track
Engine and Horsepower: 25 HP Kubota diesel engine
Weight: 2127 lbs. - Height: 46.1'' - Length: 92'' - Width: 40.5''
Operating Load: 553 lbs.
Accessories: Optional TX Platform
Special Features: Compatible with Toro's 35-plus compact utility loader attachments. The auxiliary hydraulics provide power in the toughest soil conditions by pumping 24 hydraulic HP to the attachment.
Warranty: 1 year, 1,000 hours and 2 years on the engine
Cost: $21,759

Mustang
Model No.: 2012 Skid-Steer Loader
Engine and Horsepower: Yanmar Tier-III certified, 24-HP, three-cylinder diesel
Operating Weight: 2,980 lbs. - Height: 74.7'' - Length with Bucket: 101.4'' - Width: 35.8''
Operating Load: 850 lbs.
Accessories: Cab enclosure with heater/defroster kit, hydraulic self-leveling kit, radio kit, suspension seat.
Special Features: Ideal for maneuvering through alleys, narrow doorways, aisles and corridors; operator-friendly Level II ROPS/FOPS reduces operator fatigue and enhances productivity; a universal-style quick-attach system makes attachment changes quick and easy.
Warranty: 1 year on loader, 2 years or 2,000 hours on engine.
Cost: $21,000

Gehl Company
Model No.: 1640E
Engine and Horsepower: Yanmar Tier-III certified, 24-HP, three-cylinder diesel
Operating Weight: 2,980 lbs. - Height: 74.7'' - Length with Bucket: 101.4'' - Width: 35.8''
Operating Load: 850 lbs.
Accessories: Cab enclosure with heater/defroster kit, hydraulic self-leveling kit, radio kit, suspension seat.
Special Features: There are few places this machine can't get through. The 1640E is powerful despite its size. SAHR (spring-applied, hydraulic release) brake system responds quickly, holding the loader whenever the operator leaves the seat enhancing operator safety.
Warranty: 1 year on loader, 2 years or 2,000 hours on engine.
Cost: $21,000

Leon's Manufacturing - Ramrod
Model No.: WB1500 TX
Engine and Horsepower: 23 HP air-cooled Kawasaki
Weight: 1,600 lbs. - Height: 45'' - Length: 83.5'' - Width: 30.5''
Operating Load: 1,500 lbs.
Attachments: Over 60 Quick-on, Quick-off attachments - the WB1500 TX can take on any job, any time, any where!
Special Features: Great hydraulic power with variable control.
Warranty: 2 years
Cost: $18,500

Bobcat Co.
Model No.: MT52
Engine and Horsepower: Kubota, 20 HP diesel
Weight: 2,580 lbs. - Height: 48.6'' - Length: 93.4'' - Width: 35.6''
Operating Load: 520 lbs. rated operating capacity
Accessories: Adjustable tilt steering on the directional control handle improves operator comfort, no matter the height of the user. Operators are able to adjust the angle of the directional control handle to a position comfortable for them.
Special features: Bobcat B-Series mini track loaders include an auxiliary hydraulic continuous flow shutoff lever. A new safety feature, the continuous flow shutoff lever, is located on the directional control handle. The ride-on operator platform decreases operator fatigue when the loader is traveling over long distances or is working over many hours.
Warranty: 12 months, unlimited hours
Cost: $17,845

RockHound Attachments
Model No.: 60FH
Engine and Horsepower: 30 to 60 HP required
Weight: 1,475 lbs. - Cutting Height: 0-6'' - Working Width: 60'' - Capacity: 5''
Accessories: Hydraulic hoses and 3/4'' flat faced couplers; case drain third line; front intake chain debris curtain and blet guard protector.
Special Features: Reversible 2.25 lbs. flail knives; adjustable ground roller height control; Severe duty schedule 80 cutter drum. Available in high flow or standard flow with 3000 psi.
Cost: $10,788