Compact telehandlers

[DieselBound]

Keep in mind the cost of attachments. I'm sure, however, that no matter what type of machine, attachments for these higher HP machines are going to be fairly costly.

On my property, and for my needs, my CUT is the best tool: I'm also challenged with soft ground, so heavy machines are a problem/concern. If I had larger property (and a larger bank account) a telehandler I'd do. If I find I need something else to do a job I go out and rent it.

 

[Xfaxman]

Just found a Merlo dealer within a couple of hours from here. Going to have to contact them and see how much these things run. The Merlo Multifarmer line has a 3point with PTO on the back. This may just what I was looking for. THANK YOU.

You're welcome. I will be surprised if it is available here, also check if it has an adapter to SSQA.

 

[ArmyDoc]

You're welcome. I will be surprised if it is available here, also check if it has an adapter to SSQA.

Apparently are available here. Importer is in SC, not to far from me. Regional Sales rep is supposed to get me a quote and some info in the next few days. They do have a SSQA adapter.

They have machines the size / power of the V417/518/519, but most of them are larger/more powerful. Their large machines are 156hp behemoths. Hoping their smallest machine doesn't cost an arm and a leg with interest on my first born child...

 

[mike69440]

1st and 2nd born!

 

[DieselBound]

1st and 2nd born!

And their 1st and 2nd born!

 

[ArmyDoc]

Thought I'd post an update. Spoke to the salesman today. He says the multifarm (110hp version) runs around $115k. That's ok, was more machine than I need anyhow, and way more than I can afford. BUT

He can also get me there 27.6 plus Compact telehandler for about $60-65k depending on options. This machine is similar to the bobcat v519 but exceeds it in most areas. - 5900# instead of 5500# lift, has 38gpm high flow hydraulics instead of standard flow 21gpm hydraulics on the bobcat 20ft lift instead of 19ft lift height. You get the picture. They are targeting the v519 and making sure that every spec is just a bit more, and undercutting them by about $10k on price.
I asked him about servicing, since they don't have a dealer network. They say they usually arrange for the local kubota dealer to do their servicing, since it has a kubota engine, but we are with in their service range so if need be he could send a tech out.

3point hitch and PTO on the back would have sure been nice, but they don't offer it in this machine size. I asked - he said "maybe someday".

I was looking really hard at the JCB teleskid or the Bobcat v519, but this beats the teleskid in all performance areas, and is close to $20k cheaper, and beats the v519 at about $10k less. Have to talk it over with the wife, with the kubota dealer near by, but right now this looks like it will be my next purchase.

 

[mike69440]

That is what an M62 is going out the door for and aside from the hoe, is more machine for the money, it seems.

 

[ArmyDoc]

That is what an M62 is going out the door for and aside from the hoe, is more machine for the money, it seems.

It looks that way to me too. It is certified for ground engagement, which some telehandlers are not.

 

[mike69440]

http://www.merlo.com/media/857723/US_ranges.pdf

Really tiny tires for soft ground use with a heavy machine.
What does it take to mount SSQA implements to it?

 

[tungularafishcamp]

I am looking for something to back up my kubota here at camp. Hadn't really considered a telehandler, but with the exception of no 3pt hitch, it might work out better than a second tractor for my use. All the minis I see have really small tires, has anyone ever seen one with duel tires front n rear?