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Skid Steers

A Tool Carrier That Still Defines Versatile, Zero Turn Machinery

Skid steers are among the oldest and most famous American-made equipment categories. Borne out of the Midwest farming industry in the 1950s, and never really that popular outside of North America, skid steers used to be the benchmark for compact hydraulic tool carrier sales in the United States until their compact cousin — the compact track loader — started outpacing skid steer sales. Skid steers use wheels, and track loaders use tracks. That’s the key difference between these two machine types. Both categories can run hundreds of attachments using powerful auxiliary hydraulic systems. High-flow hydraulics emerged in the 1980s to power larger, niche attachments. Today, this option is popular for high-powered skid steer operations, with flow ranges from 16 to 45 gpm.

Manufacturers have focused on operator usability, advanced technology, comfort and efficiency, alongside Tier 4 Final engines. Pressurized cabins, adjustable seats, backup cameras and ergonomic controls make operating feel like driving a car. Automated settings, like boom adjustments and wheel speeds, are made possible through electro-hydraulic (EH) joysticks. Options vary by style, brand, size and power, but choosing between a vertical- or radial-lift machine is crucial. Vertical lift excels at forklift-type and loading tasks, while radial lift suits heavier digging and attachments. Some good examples of skid steers include:

Bobcat’s S Series Loaders | Cat’s Next Gen Loaders | Case’s B Series Loaders

Ihimer Skid Steers — 2016 Spec Guide
CE Staff
July 28, 2016
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New Holland Skid Steers — 2016 Spec Guide
July 28, 2016
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JCB Skid Steers — 2016 Spec Guide
July 27, 2016
Skid Steers
Caterpillar Skid Steers — 2016 Spec Guide
July 27, 2016
Skid Steers
Volvo Skid Steers — 2016 Spec Guide
July 26, 2016
Skid Steers
Case Skid Steers — 2016 Spec Guide

Providing an Excellent Range of Lift Patterns and Operating Capacities Manufactured in Wichita, Kan., the latest generation of Alpha Series ...

July 26, 2016
Skid Steers
Gehl Skid Steers — 2016 Spec Guide

Ten Innovative Models Built with American Pride Gehl began manufacturing agricultural implements in 1859, in West Bend, Wis. From those humb...

July 25, 2016
Skid Steers
Bobcat Skid Steers — 2016 Spec Guide

More Than a Dozen Tool Carriers from the Skid Steer Loader Original Bobcat Co. has been a leader in skid steer loaders since it created the ...

July 25, 2016
Skid Steers
Manitou Welcomes Briggs Equipment to the Manitou Dealer Network

Manitou, the world leader in all-terrain material handling equipment, is pleased to welcome Briggs Equipment Inc. to the Manitou dealer netw...

July 22, 2016
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Takeuchi Skid Steers — 2016 Spec Guide

The TS80 Is a Tough, Powerful and Reliable Loader Takeuchi continues to manufacture and service compact construction equipment, including tr...

July 22, 2016
Skid Steers
Mustang Skid Steers — 2016 Spec Guide

Building High-Performance Skid Steers for More Than 50 years Mustang began in the 19th century as the Owatonna Mfg. Co., an agricultural imp...

July 21, 2016
Skid Steers
Yanmar Skid Steers — 2016 Spec Guide

Four Models That Are Rugged and Productive Industry Players Since its inception in 1912, Yanmar’s core business has been the prod...

July 21, 2016
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