Takeuchi Skid Steers — 2015 Spec Guide
Five Wheeled Tool Carriers from The Track Loader Pioneer
Takeuchi Mfg. began in 1963 and has been a pioneer in the compact equipment industry ever since. Takeuchi developed one of the world’s first compact excavators in 1970, and the company’s innovation continued again in the mid-‘80s with the introduction of one of the first compact track loaders.
Takeuchi continues to manufacture and service compact construction equipment, including track loaders, wheel loaders, excavators and now a new line of skid steer loaders. Takeuchi skid steers provide a blend of power, performance, durability and operator comfort, says the company. Takeuchi skid steers tout ground clearance, angle of departure, high travel speeds, tractive effort and digging forces for greater productivity. The TS-Series skid steers offer a load-sensing, pilot-controlled drive system that helps keep the machine operating at maximum efficiency, and a two-speed option provides a 12-mph maximum travel speed to improve productivity around large worksites.
Takeuchi skid steer loaders also provide a spacious operator’s station that allows operators to spend many hours in the field with little fatigue, while the low effort pilot-controlled joysticks are responsive and easy to operate. The machines feature a standard foot throttle, which allows operators to set or change the engine speed without taking hands off of the joystick controls. Standard safety features provide additional value and include front and rear halogen work lights, large skylight, rearview mirror, backup alarm and a non-skid safety step.
A pressurized cab is available to keep the dirt and elements outside while creating a comfortable working environment inside. A 12-volt power port is provided to keep your cell phone or accessories fully charged, and an optional AM/FM/MP3/Weather Band radio is available to help keep track of everything that’s happening in the world.
Advice to Buyers
“When looking for a skid steer, it is important to look for the versatility of the machine, as well as power and maneuverability,” says David Steger, product manager at Takeuchi-US. “Other considerations are to look for ground clearance, travel speed and how powerful the digging force is. You also want to evaluate the controls and a load-sensing, pilot-controlled drive system can help promote maximum efficiency and uptime while providing operator comfort.”