Compact Loader?

[TimberCutterDartmoor]

I think I need something like this...

 

Toro | Compact Utility Loaders, Dingo Compact Utility Vehicles

 

but what are the alternatives? Compact tractors new and used with a front loader are silly money right?

[Chris Sheppard]

How compact does it need to be and what other roles would you want it to do Jon?

 

I'll be honest, I've no real experience of the little loaders, but regularly work alongside a 28hp 4wd landini with loader that is so versatile and with a few sensible mods from new, will travel over some pretty serious terrain and has a surprisingly big lift for it's size.

 

We use it for all sorts from simple yard work (splitter etc) and loading logs/chip, out on scrub clearances (either burning up or flailing), skidding in the woods and pretty much anything else where it will fit or make the job easier.

 

I'm heading out the door shortly but there are photos of it on here smewhere - if you don't find them let me know after the weekend and I'll find some fresh ones.

[difflock]

Avant! you landlubbers.

Still pricy though

[kimtree]

schaffer articulated loader only 1250mm wide lift much more than a dingo/kanga/toro and do no ground damage when turning:thumbup1:

[Guest]

Vermeer do a range of compact skid steers available from 24 - 35 HP available with over 40 attachments!

 

See these video's below:

 

 

If you want any more information please do not hesitate to contact me I will happily send you a brochure out. Cheers

[treefrog]

This is something I am looking at possibly getting in the future. Trying to make my work as easy and efficient as possible on my back.

 

Are the avants the best option do to damage on ground etc.

[John Shutler]

my boxer 427 is very good

[Mortimer Firewood]

Just bought an Avant its the older model with metal body work. Will not pick it up until Nov but it looks ideal for what i want loading processor loading bags of firewood and tree work. Hope i made the right choice time will tell.

[difflock]

Our brand new 640 Avant has been busy this past week doing a myriad of tasks.

Another (expensive) wee honey.

Basically replacing a (relatively) clumsy brute of an 80HP ag tractor loader.

With the 4in1 bucket, grab an go, or lift the last morsel of topsoil without chasing it round half the site.

And light and nimble enough to 3000kg trailer anywhere, fully legally.

And no dry clutch to be abused.

[shillo]

there is a toro dingo on ebay at the moment