BigMccorm
Bronze Member
I personally have seen the damage both types of machines can do. Even though the skid-steer is "turf-friendly" that really doesn't mean that it is. It will still do considerable damage to the turf unless you go incredebly slow and not turn around. The tractor would be my choice. Not only are the implements less expensive, it will not do as much damage to the turf. But the amount of damage is based on what kind of tires you choose. The R1 will do the most damage and the R4 the least. Your choice here is based solely on how much damage you can afford to do to your clients yards and how much traction you need.
The tree companies around me all use tractors but I am not one of them so I can not comment on why they chose tractors over skid-steers.
There are pros and cons to both so it is really up to what you feel most confident using. Definately test drive before you buy, because this is a very costly decision to make.
The best of luck to you on your decision.
The tree companies around me all use tractors but I am not one of them so I can not comment on why they chose tractors over skid-steers.
There are pros and cons to both so it is really up to what you feel most confident using. Definately test drive before you buy, because this is a very costly decision to make.
The best of luck to you on your decision.