Skid Steer Loaders

Bobcat Company Unveils Its Next Evolution of Compact Loaders Designed to Empower Operators →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Bobcat Company introduced the next evolution of its compact loader lineup at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2026. The newly enhanced lineup delivers more choice, more control and more operator-ready technology across the company's compact loader portfolio. As the industry continues to shift, with 41 percent of the United States construction workforce projected to retire by 2031, according to a report by the Association of Equipment Manufacturers, Bobcat is introducing solutions to support operators of every experience level through intuitive controls, smarter systems and simplified operation. Click for more...

Right Tires, Right Job: A Guide for Skid-Steer Operators →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Selecting the right tire for your skid-steer loader is more than a matter of preference. The right choice can improve productivity, reduce downtime and boost overall profitability. Skid-steer loaders are built to handle tough jobs on a variety of surfaces, but knowing the primary terrain you'll work on is key to maximizing performance. Pneumatic and solid tires each have advantages depending on jobsite conditions, material handling needs and budget considerations. Click for more...

Innovative Equipment Solutions Streamline Urban Job Sites With Single Machine →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Construction, utility, landscape — regardless of the industry, contractors can agree on one thing; doing more with less is important for maximizing efficiency and profits. This is especially true for larger expenditures like equipment and labor. For example, what would happen to an operation's bottom line if they could replace a mini excavator, compact track loader (CTL) and telehandler with a single machine? Aside from initial investment costs, they'd see significant savings across the board — fuel, parts, maintenance, even transportation to and from the job site since only one trailer would be necessary. Click for more...

New John Deere L-III Skidders Boast Advanced Operator Comfort, Efficiency →

Delivering an enhanced operator experience through new assistance and comfort features, John Deere rolls out its L-III Skidder machines for the forestry industry. Boasting all-new cab design options, serviceability enhancements and visibility improvements, the L-III Skidders are designed to help operators maximize uptime in the woods and transform the way they work. In addition, the L-III models feature a variety of technology tools and precision solutions and options, supporting operator and job site productivity, according to John Deere. Click for more...

Gehl Answers the Call for Larger Skid Steers, CTLs With New Large-Frame Loaders →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Gehl has introduced five new models of skid steers and compact track loaders to the North American market ranging in operating capacity from 3,250 lbs. to 3,600 lbs. Each machine has undergone a major industrial redesign that matches practical functionality with a modern look that emphasizes size, strength and power while also highlighting the legacy of the Gehl brand serving the construction, agricultural and landscaping industries in North America for more than 160 years, according to Gehl. Click for more...

RWL/SSL: New Wheel Saw for 50-75 hp Skid Steers →

From Construction Equipment Guide... FAE has introduced the new RWL/SSL wheel saw for skid steers, ideal for trenching to lay electric, water, gas and fiber optic lines. The RWL/SSL is compatible with skid steers from 50 to 75 hp and can create channels up to 14 in. deep with modular widths of 1, 1.2 or 2 in. The depth indicator allows for precise management of working depth, while the self-leveling skids and optimized side output maintain that depth and keep the trench free of waste materials at all times, according to FAE. Click for more...

Manitou Launches All-New Large-Frame Skid Steers, Compact Track Loaders →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Manitou has launched five all-new large-frame skid steers and compact track loaders ranging in operating capacity from 3,250 lbs. to 3,600 lbs. Each new model is a ground-up, modern industrial redesign featuring breakout force, hydraulic horsepower and auxiliary hydraulic performance that meets or exceeds many of the largest comparable machines in the industry, according to Manitou. "The demand for larger skids steers and CTLs continues to grow — and it's preferred to add that power and capacity in the footprint of a compact machine that's still easy to transport and is familiar to operators versus adding a larger piece of construction equipment in many applications," said Nathan Ryan, global product manager — skid steers and CTLs, Manitou. Click for more...

Equipment Theft's Rising Cost, What the Data Demands →

From Construction Equipment Guide... July is National Vehicle Theft Prevention Month, which offers our industry a crucial opportunity to understand the growing issue of equipment theft and how its data is driving change. Recent reporting indicates that instances of equipment theft are on the rise — creating new challenges on job sites and driving up costs for operators, contractors and business owners. Let's drill down into this data to better understand why enhanced security solutions, like Bobcat's Machine IQ and other telematics systems, are now more important than ever for machine/ fleet protection. Click for more...

Manitou North America Adds Ferri Equipment as New GEHL Dealer →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Manitou North America introduces Ferri Equipment as a new dealer to represent the GEHL equipment brand. Ferri Equipment will take on the full-line of GEHL skid steer loaders, compact track loaders, articulated front-end loaders and telescopic handlers. "We are proud to partner with Ferri Equipment," said Shawn Elliot, managing director for Manitou North America's eastern region. "Ferri Equipment has a strong reputation in the industry, and we are confident they will provide outstanding customer support providing solutions for sales, rentals, service and parts for our GEHL brand. Click for more...

Equipment East Expands Its Product Line →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Equipment East LLC, a leading construction equipment dealer headquartered in Dracut, Mass., is proud to announce its newly established partnership with ASV. This collaboration extends Equipment East's product offerings to include ASV's compact track loaders and skid steers, renowned for their superior traction, speed and versatility, according to the company. Photo courtesy of Equipment East LLC Tim Elliot (L), compact equipment manager, and Jason Zibell, rental equipment manager, stand with one of Equipment East's first ASV machines. Click for more...

Unique Skid Steer Tire Increases Snow Clearing Performance, Safety →

From Construction Equipment Guide... When snow needs to be quickly cleared from public areas, municipalities and landscape contractors often rely on skid steers with snow removal attachments to efficiently complete the job. However, poor tire traction can slow or halt work as well as threaten safety. Conventional skid steer tires can be prone to slipping or sliding in icy environments or heavy snow. When a skid steer loses road traction in these conditions, the operator can lose control of the vehicle and a collision, accident or injury can occur. Click for more...

VIDEO: Blue Diamond Attachments Announces New Land Grader →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Blue Diamond Attachments has announced the launch of an all-new land grader to its full line of skid steer attachments. The new Blue Diamond land grader offers front and rear cutting edges — allowing users to push or pull material for precise placement. Both bolt-on cutting edges are ½ in. thick with adjustable side edges and the blade attachment articulates up to 8 in. independently of the machine on either side. Click for more...

Caterpillar Launches Eight New Next Generation Skid Steer Loaders, Compact Track Loaders →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Caterpillar introduces eight new next generation Cat skid steer loader (SSL) and compact track loader (CTL) models. Four new Cat SSLs — the Cat 250, 260, 270 and 270 XE — mark the introduction of the next generation design to the SSL line. Meanwhile, the new Cat 275, 275 XE, 285 and 285 XE mark the expansion of the next generation design for the CTL line, joining the 255 and 265 announced in late 2023. Click for more...

John Deere Debuts New P-Tier Skid Steer, Compact Track Loader Models, Attachments →

From Construction Equipment Guide... New to its line-up of P-Tier machines, John Deere debuted five new P-Tier skid steer loader (SSL) and compact track loader (CTL) models. Entering the market, the 330 and 334 P-Tier SSLs and the 331, 333 and 335 P-Tier CTLs boast a brand-new one-piece cab design with premium options, enhanced technology features, and an overall increase in operating power. With the introduction of new CTLs and SSLs also comes the debut of three brand new attachments, including the MK76 and MH72D mulching heads and the CP40G cold planer. Click for more...

FIRSTGREEN Industries Launches ROCKEAT Electric Skid Steer Loader →

From Construction Equipment Guide... FIRSTGREEN Industries, a global manufacturer of an all-electric, zero-emissions skid steer loader, announced the launch of ROCKEAT, the company's newest line of electric, cabinless skid steer loaders. Designed with a low clearance, 360-degree camera and remote operability, ROCKEAT machines redefine safety and efficiency in critical mining, construction and other hazardous industries, according to the manufacturer. Click for more...

New Generation of Manitou Mid-Range CTLs, Skid Steers Built for Ease of Use, Productivity, Lower TCO →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Manitou has announced that its next-generation line of mid-range skid steers and compact track loaders (CTL) is now rolling off the manufacturing line in Madison, S.D., and available at dealers throughout North America. The lineup reflects a range of sizes and options that provide contractors with a powerful tool for material handling, attachment use and multi-purpose work around the job site. Three all-new Manitou skid steer loaders (the 2100 V, 2300 V and the 2750 V) and three new compact track loaders (the 2100 VT, 2300 VT and 2750 VT) deliver significant improvements in safety, comfort, productivity, simplicity and serviceability over previous Manitou skid steers and CTLs. Click for more...

Mattracks Launches Track Conversion System for Skid Steers →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Mattracks, the original rubber track conversion system manufacturer, released that its RT125 TC track model is now approved for wheeled skid steers with wheelbases 48 in. or greater. The RT125 TC already is being used by many customers on articulated loaders, riding trenchers and the Bobcat Toolcat. Supporting up to 12,500 lbs., the Mattracks four track conversion system increases traction by 10-fold while maintaining the same maneuverability and zero turn ability as with tires, the manufacturer said. Click for more...

VIDEO: Veteran Farm Hero Overcomes ALS Challenges With JCB Teleskid →

Luke Liggett, a sixth-generation farmer and former Navy Boatswain's Mate, has defied the odds and continued his life's passion despite facing the debilitating effects of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). His journey, from serving in the Navy to sustaining a family farm, is a testament to his unwavering spirit and the assistance of JCB's teleskid, a skid steer loader that has revolutionized his ability to contribute to the farm's operations. Click for more...

Skid Steer Snow Tires vs. Chains, Tracks for Traction →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Getting the best traction for skid steers in the winter is dependent on multiple factors such as: What is the surface below the snow and/or ice? How much snow is on the ground? How hard is it packed? Is there ice? Those conditions affect which type of vehicle propulsion will work best such as wheels or tracks. The three most common ways to gain traction on snowy surfaces for skid steers are to use: Tracks Snow Tires Chains Tracks Tracked skid steers, called compact track loaders, are a solid solution for plowing snow when there is no need or desire for the propulsion system to get all the way down to bare ground or pavement. Click for more...

Ditch Witch SK1750 Features New Track System for Increased Reliability →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Contractors looking for the power, versatility, and visibility of the Ditch Witch SK1550, can now turn to the new Ditch Witch SK1750 for added productivity and a smoother ride. Equipped to handle a wide range of landscape, irrigation and tree-care projects, the SK1750 mini stand-on skid steer is built with the power and reliability to complete any task, according to the manufacturer. The new track system features a tension check window, which allows operators to visually check track tension without threading a separate gauge tool, which saves time and helps operators feel confident in their routine maintenance checks. Click for more...

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