Buying Advice Is there anything comparable to a Bobcat ToolCat (besides Power-Trac/Ventrac)

[Industrial Toys]

I wanted an ARGO in the worst way. Invisioned my life with one and how much better it would be. Finally I lucked out and got a prototype 8 wheel Diesel. Went right to the factory to pick it up (It's cheaper that way). Plus, it helps if the engine is lying in the back.

Well, it was fun all right. but even with tracks, the utilty I expected from it, just never really materialized. I had just watched too many sales videos and looked at too many pictures in brouchures.

I would suggest, getting a demo for a few days. Pretend like you own it, and get a feel whether you think it would be right for you. Particularly the transport only function. I also had a real thing for a JD 110, and did get a Demo for a weekend. I was QUICKLY disillusioned! It only took a remarkably short time too. What a relief to be able to return it, and not have paid for it.

 

[Xfaxman]

I live on 14 acres of ag-zoned land in suburban Chicago. The ToolCat is incredibly expensive, but I'm really attracted to the stability and general utility of the vehicle. It's known as a swiss army knife without being able to do anything particular well, which is just fine by me. I don't have any specific projects in mind, but I'll likely need to brush cut, mow, load/unload, take my kids to the bus stop (1/2 mile round trip).

Is there anything comparable on the market, at a lower price? These are the features I like the most: 2-seater, fully enclosed, front-mounted cutters, 14 MPH, 4WD.

I don't agree with the swiss army knife statement. Ours is as handy as a swiss army knife, but it does everything very well :thumbsup:.

Have you looked at the Toolcat forum?

And my picture thread? https://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/toolcat/270965-toolcat-5610-f-5610-g.html

 

[Sawyer Rob]

WOW, you could buy a used cat D10 for that price!..

Have you ever priced a "working" D10"??

SR

 

[radios1]

Have you ever priced a "working" D10"??

SR

yep, and a lot of them are listed here. https://www.machinerytrader.com/lis...zers/manufacturer/caterpillar/model-group/d10 you CAN find a "working" D10 for $100K or less..

 

[ruffdog]

Ok guys, would a D10 really be something the OP was describing in his first post?

 

[Geotech]

Owning both a CUT and an SXS would probably be better.

 

[MossRoad]

Ok guys, would a D10 really be something the OP was describing in his first post?

What's the point you're trying to make??? :laughing:

 

[ruffdog]

For hauling stuff, a few farmers around here have these Pugs. They are 4x4 and center articulating steering.

Frog Pond Manufacturing Inc - The Frog Pond PUG

 

[Sawyer Rob]

yep, and a lot of them are listed here. https://www.machinerytrader.com/lis...zers/manufacturer/caterpillar/model-group/d10 you CAN find a "working" D10 for $100K or less..

There's a BIG difference between a "running" D10 that will move, than a "working" D10 that actually can be put to work...

You can easily spend 100K on a D10 just to get it useable... Can you imagine having an old D10 and it breaks down on you?? lol That would be a bank breaker!!!

SR

 

[radios1]

Owning both a CUT and an SXS would probably be better.

and certainly a LOT cheaper!..