Terex Skid Steers — 2015 Spec Guide
Nine Loader Tool Carriers from The Big Equipment Manufacturer
Terex introduced its line of skid steer loaders in January 2011 to complement its line of compact equipment, which includes compact track loaders, backhoe loaders, compact excavators and compact wheel loaders. Today, the Terex line of skid steer loaders includes seven models (four radial-lift path models and three vertical-lift path units), ranging from 1,600 to 3,500 lbs of rated operating capacity and 50 to 75 hp. The company’s wide offering gives customers loader options for most any job they might encounter. Terex skid steer loaders have many unique features, including: 10 in. of ground clearance for pushing through rugged underfoot conditions; one-side daily service checks to make routine maintenance easy; mechanically faced axle seals to provide long life for the axle bearings; low tower design for visibility; high tractive effort to push harder; joystick control for smooth and easy operation; tilt-up ROPS to accommodate maintenance checks; low tower design for visibility around the machine; and an optional hydraulic quick-attach system. Terex also offers performance-matched attachments for these loaders.
All Terex models are equipped with Tier 4 Final engines for increased productivity at a lower operating cost. In addition to the features already mentioned, customers have said that Terex’s skid steer loader cab environments needed to be more comfortable and intuitive for the operator, so the company began to offer features including pressurized cabs and more room for the operator.
The open design of the loaders offers ease of access to all critical components, as well as a tilt-back cooler and ROPS for quick access to the hydraulic system and rear-door, hood and side panel access to the engine compartment. Terex skid steer loaders are also designed with load-sensing hydraulics to ensure that fuel and energy are not wasted on surplus hydraulic power, so operators can push material, dig, grade and drive through the toughest jobsite conditions, yet conserve power when requirements are less demanding.
Advice to Buyers
“Horsepower and operating capacity are two important factors to consider when choosing a loader,” says Joe Turnage, product specialist with Terex Construction Americas. “Higher horsepower offers more dynamic force for pushing and production, but it translates to a heavier machine. If there are weight restrictions on the project site, you may need a smaller horsepower unit. Also, be sure to understand the loader’s operating capacity, including tipping load and lift capacities, to make sure the loader you choose can handle the materials you’ll be moving. The weight of the material and how quickly it needs to be moved will also influence the size of the bucket you need — the bigger the bucket, the bigger the loader.”
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