1sttractor2018
New member
SW Virginia Blue Ridge
What size dozer to clear logging roads and small 1/2 acre or so home sites. Have 180 acres to maintain...majority of property is steep mountain sides. Property was logged 20 years ago so I know it can be done.
I have a good deal of experience on flat ground running mini ex, tractors, and skidsteer. No experience with dozers but I am very mechanically inclined and cash strapped, so an old machine is likely in my future. I知 thinking my best option will be to consult/pay a professional when purchasing a vintage machine. After researching I知 kinda leaning towards a Komatsu. I知 hoping the wealth of knowledge can be of some assistance in helping size the equipment I need and maybe some particular models/years to stay away from.
What size dozer to clear logging roads and small 1/2 acre or so home sites. Have 180 acres to maintain...majority of property is steep mountain sides. Property was logged 20 years ago so I know it can be done.
I have a good deal of experience on flat ground running mini ex, tractors, and skidsteer. No experience with dozers but I am very mechanically inclined and cash strapped, so an old machine is likely in my future. I知 thinking my best option will be to consult/pay a professional when purchasing a vintage machine. After researching I知 kinda leaning towards a Komatsu. I知 hoping the wealth of knowledge can be of some assistance in helping size the equipment I need and maybe some particular models/years to stay away from.