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John_Mc · 06-29-2002, 01:10 PM

Snave -

I'd have to agree with others that a compact tractor is probably too small for the job, though you might get by with one of the bigger units (JD 4600 or 4700, NH TC 40 or TC 45, etc) with the right attachments. I believe you'll need impact (like a jackhammer), not just digging force if the limestone is solid, rather than broken up chunks. A skidsteer may be the better way to go. We used one with a jackhammer attachment to tear up a lot of concrete floors where I used to work, then switch to a bucket to clear the broken up chunks out. Around here (VT) used skid steers are easier to come by than used Compact Tractors. Another alternative might be a mini-excavator.

BTW... I have a sister and brother-in-law who spend ~6 months/year in Hopetown (the other half is in New Hampshire). He's owned land there for 20+ years. Ever run into Jerry Whiteleather in your travels?

John Mc

06-29-2002, 01:10 PM	#8 (permalink)
John_Mc Platinum Member Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Vermont Posts: 950	Re: Can a Compact Tractor do it? Snave - I'd have to agree with others that a compact tractor is probably too small for the job, though you might get by with one of the bigger units (JD 4600 or 4700, NH TC 40 or TC 45, etc) with the right attachments. I believe you'll need impact (like a jackhammer), not just digging force if the limestone is solid, rather than broken up chunks. A skidsteer may be the better way to go. We used one with a jackhammer attachment to tear up a lot of concrete floors where I used to work, then switch to a bucket to clear the broken up chunks out. Around here (VT) used skid steers are easier to come by than used Compact Tractors. Another alternative might be a mini-excavator. BTW... I have a sister and brother-in-law who spend ~6 months/year in Hopetown (the other half is in New Hampshire). He's owned land there for 20+ years. Ever run into Jerry Whiteleather in your travels? John Mc