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New member
- Joined
- Aug 16, 2012
- Messages
- 10
- Location
- Lehigh Valley, PA
- Tractor
- Simplicity Legacy XL, Ferris IS 5100, Power-Trac 1430
Hi All,
I have been searching for a piece of equipment that can be used as a light-weight forklift / material transport. I came across PT and think it could be a great fit for my needs. I run an outdoor movie company, and we screen movies to municipalities, universities and businesses. We currently have pieces of equipment that weigh in just over 700lb that we could use some mechanical help in moving around.
I need a piece of equipment that:
- is able climb some hilly terrain
- won't do too much, if any, damage to turf/manicured lawns
- can travel over rough terrain
- won't mark sidewalks
- is able to hop curbs (adding 2x4 to make curb more graduated, not a problem)
- won't tip easily
- reliable
As I have been reading through many pages of threads on this site, a few questions have come to mind:
1. Are PT any more prone to failure then other equipment out there?
2. Would the 425 be able to transport 700lb plus forks up 20 degree slopes?
3. Are these machines too loud to be operating close to homes at 2 or 3 in the morning? If so, would any of the after-market mufflers help?
Thanks in advance for any help!
Stephen P.
I have been searching for a piece of equipment that can be used as a light-weight forklift / material transport. I came across PT and think it could be a great fit for my needs. I run an outdoor movie company, and we screen movies to municipalities, universities and businesses. We currently have pieces of equipment that weigh in just over 700lb that we could use some mechanical help in moving around.
I need a piece of equipment that:
- is able climb some hilly terrain
- won't do too much, if any, damage to turf/manicured lawns
- can travel over rough terrain
- won't mark sidewalks
- is able to hop curbs (adding 2x4 to make curb more graduated, not a problem)
- won't tip easily
- reliable
As I have been reading through many pages of threads on this site, a few questions have come to mind:
1. Are PT any more prone to failure then other equipment out there?
2. Would the 425 be able to transport 700lb plus forks up 20 degree slopes?
3. Are these machines too loud to be operating close to homes at 2 or 3 in the morning? If so, would any of the after-market mufflers help?
Thanks in advance for any help!
Stephen P.