Isodiametric Tractors, North America?

[Orahov]

Im looking at selective logging compact ATV-like tractor. Typical cable skidders are all oversized for my terrain. Anyone have an idea where these isodiametric European designs can be found? And why they are not prominent in North America? They are ideal for maneuvering through dense, rough forest with bedrock hills. The equal-sized wheels allow for great stability when climbing up hills, reducing rollback potential.

 

[RayIN]

Got a link to the website of those? Just a picture isn't much to work with.

 

[redman135]

Have a look at Antonio Carrero, Ferrari, they are 2 examples that have a US operation. Both are from Italy and are made for steep terain.

 

[Orahov]

Have a look at Antonio Carrero, Ferrari, they are 2 examples that have a US operation. Both are from Italy and are made for steep terain.

They have very little dealership presence to what I see. Would be great for uneven hills through forests

 

[Orahov]

Got a link to the website of those? Just a picture isn't much to work with.

Tractors antonio carraro

Antonio Carraro produces a complete range of specialized, multifunctional, reversible tractors, suitable to be used in any type of crop and soil, even the most inaccessible.

www.antoniocarraro.it

 

[RayIN]

I've spent some time just looking around U.S.A. dealers, of which there are many.
These are high HP tractors for the weight/size and made for steep terrain.
Still haven't found out it they have a 3-pt hitch or what they have. Found it, it's an option.
Ground clearance max. 9".
Haven't found any mention of a price.
For the use you propose, and the maximum 9" ground clearance, I would not think it would work on rocky terrain or get over downed limbs at an acceptable rate.
It's a fascinating tractor.

 

[jyoutz]

They look like they would be useful for small log skidding. But the U.S. commercial logging industry has moved from skidders and chainsaws to mechanized harvester systems like feller-bunchers and forwarders-processors. Part of this is the need for more economic harvesting and the other reason is safety concerns to satisfy workman’s compensation insurance. I’m guessing that’s why they are uncommon in the U.S.

 

[RayIN]

Let us know how it performs on your place.

 

[MossRoad]

I've spent some time just looking around U.S.A. dealers, of which there are many.
These are high HP tractors for the weight/size and made for steep terrain.
Still haven't found out it they have a 3-pt hitch or what they have. Found it, it's an option.
Ground clearance max. 9".
Haven't found any mention of a price.
For the use you propose, and the maximum 9" ground clearance, I would not think it would work on rocky terrain or get over downed limbs at an acceptable rate.
It's a fascinating tractor.

Ground clearance on articulated machines is not such a big issue.
Mine only has about 9 inches of clearance and I've only been stuck once in over 20 years, and that was because I drove off of a hidden log on a downhill slope. The ground was level with the top of the log on the uphill side, I couldn't see it, and over a foot down on the downhill side. So the front wheels dropped off over the log and I was high centered. I had the brush cutter on the front that has its own wheels, so I couldn't use it for lift or leverage as it just rolled. Had I had my bucket, I could have got myself off of the log easily.

 

[MossRoad]

Tractors antonio carraro

Antonio Carraro produces a complete range of specialized, multifunctional, reversible tractors, suitable to be used in any type of crop and soil, even the most inaccessible.

www.antoniocarraro.it

I've seen several in orchards in SW lower Michigan.