Load it up

The newest skid-steers offer more power and efficiency.


CASE SV340 Skid-steer Loader

The pitch: The CASE SV340 is the company’s most powerful skid-steer to date.

  • Rated at 3,400 pounds operating capacity and featuring a bucket breakout force of 9,531 pounds, the new vertical-lift skid-steer offers powerful operating capacities.
  • The SV340 provides extra power and performance, along with a stronger lift arm, H-link and upper chassis.
  • The SV340 features EZ-EH (electro-hydraulic) controls that provide nine adjustable speed and control sensitivity settings that can be adjusted on the fly.

For more info: CaseCE.com

Takeuchi TS80R2 Skid-steer

The pitch: The large frame TS80 series loaders deliver a blend of performance, durability and operator comfort.

  • TS80R2 features an operating weight of 7,950 pounds and a rated operating capacity of 2,825 pounds.
  • The TS80 skid-steers feature a functional and well-equipped operator’s station that now includes a lower threshold for easier entry and exit for the operator.
  • Several new options are now available and include ride control, bucket positioning and high-flow auxiliary hydraulics.

For more info: Takeuchi-us.com

Vermeer CTX100 Mini Skid-steer

The pitch: Designed according to customer input, the Vermeer CTX100 mini skid-steer fits into small spaces and is lightweight enough to use on most landscape surfaces.

  • Vermeer increased the hinge pin height to 89.5 inches, making loading materials into a brush chipper, truck or trailer easier.
  • It has a tipping capacity of 2,958 pounds and a rated operating capacity of 1,035 pounds.
  • The CTX100 features vertical lift boom arms, which keeps the load closer to the machine and helps increase lift capacity.

For more info: Vermeer.com

VS-75 Skid-steer Loader

The pitch: The machine features highly efficient hydraulics and cooling systems as well as best-in-class high ground clearance, departure angle and serviceability.

  • A 10.5-inch ground clearance allows the machines to easily travel over obstructions such as logs, stumps and rocks with less risk of getting hung up.
  • It can travel as fast as 11 mph when equipped with optional two-speed drive.
  • The VS-75 features a rated operating capacity of 3,500 pounds and a tipping load of 7,000 pounds.

For more info: Asvi.com

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