Skid steer is a very versatile machine which is able to perform multiple construction functions and therefore it is a very important investment for any construction company. To decide which skid steer is right for you, you need to look at multiple factors and weigh them according to their importance to you to choose a skid steer that is perfect for your project. A skid steer can have a high flow or low flow hydraulic system which basically refers to the power the machine needs to be able to operate the attachments and in case of work of higher intensity that requires a lot of power a skid steer with high flow hydraulic system will be needed.

The best strategy, therefore, to get the most out of your skid steer is to find attachments that boost efficiency and then identify the skid steer that matches the desired add ons.

Attachments

The skid steer loader’s versatility allows it to be compatible with a number of attachments. However, not every attachment can work with every kind of skid steer and hence it is important to choose a skid steer that is compatible with the attachment you need for your project. For example, forestry cutters and wheel saws cannot work with small skid steers as they require a lot of horse power to function so if you need to work with a wheel saw and buy a skid steer that can’t sustain that power, you will not be able to use it or you will have to incur the additional cost of high flow systems to increase the power.

Reliability

There can be multiple considerations when deciding on the reliability of the skid steer you want to choose for your project when you are going for used heavy equipment.

• You need a skid steer that is appropriate for your specific needs. For example, if you are working on a site where there are congested spaces, you will need a machine good at maneuverability. Many such other conditions apply and you need to check what those conditions are for your specific project to make the right decision about what kind of skid steer you require.
• You also need to make sure that you check the brand and the reviews of the machine to make sure you are getting a good skid steer for your project. This is not only to make sure the machine is reliable but also to establish that spare parts of the machine will be available in case of breakdowns which is not uncommon in case of used industrial equipment.

Site Needs

Skid steers that can carry a radial lift can be used for landscaping, earthwork, land clearing etc, ones with plenty of horsepower can be used to level and lift ground materials, ones with steady drawbar functionality can be used when backfilling needs to be done and similarly there are multiple small functionalities that can be kept in mind when deciding which skid steer do you need for your project and all these variations and options ensure that you can choose one that is just perfect for your needs to ensure maximum efficiency.