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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

Gehl Skid Steers — 2015 Spec Guide
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August 10, 2015
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Skid Steers
Takeuchi introduces the TS80 skid steers to its lineup
August 7, 2015
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John Deere Skid Steers — 2015 Spec Guide
August 7, 2015
Skid Steers
JCB Skid Steers — 2015 Spec Guide
August 7, 2015
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caterpillar skid steers — 2015 Spec Guide
August 6, 2015
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Case Skid Steers — 2015 Spec Guide

Major New Product Introductions Realign Entire Skid Steer Line Case has realigned its skid steer lineup over the last two years, culminating...

August 5, 2015
Skid Steers
Bobcat Skid Steers — 2015 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 ...

August 4, 2015
Skid Steers
ASV launches new skid steer loader product line

ASV LLC announced yesterday that it had launched a new line of skid steer loaders and has also added a new model to its existing compact tra...

July 29, 2015
Skid Steers
New Bobcat S740 skid steer loader available with minimal aftertreatment technologies

Bobcat Co. has released its first Tier 4-compliant 700 frame-size loader. The S740 is powered by an engine that is under 75 horsepower and d...

June 26, 2015
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Keep Your Skid Steer Rental Running with Careful Upkeep and Operation

It is no secret in our industry that rental customers push their equipment harder than operators who purchased their own equipment. Rental h...

June 17, 2015
Compact Track Loaders
Case offers limited-time, 3-year, 3,000-hour warranty on skids steers and track loaders

Case Construction Equipment is now offering a three-year, 3,000-hour complete factory warranty on its entire line of skid steers and compact...

June 4, 2015
Compact Track Loaders
New Holland announces Super Guard warranty on skid steer and compact track loaders

New Holland recently announced Super Guard, a new, more powerful warranty program to match the power of its light construction equipment. Fo...

June 2, 2015
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