skidsteer or compact tractor

[chinawall]

Can anyone tell me the pros and cons of using a skidsteer to till, blow snow, and bushhog instead of a compact tractor such as a Kubota 7800?

 

[davitk]

I can't think of any pros; cons would be soil compaction, tearing up the sod/ground cover with the skid steering, and expensive implements.

 

[radman1]

Biggest advantage for SS would be visibility. All attachments are in front of operator. Higher flow rate for hydraulics - if needed. Can turn in tighter area and more maneuverable.

 

[davitk]

Come to think of it, my brother has a form of HD brush cutter on his Bobcat he uses to clear in the woods. He says it's a beast, really does the job.

 

[MrJimi]

For a huge list of attachments take a look at
Skid Steer Attachments - Bobcat Skidsteer Loader Equipment & Accessories - John Deere Case Mustang Gehl
lots of videos
Both machines have their place, I have a SS and no tractor

 

[chinawall]

WHAT DOES BOBCAT 170 COST..BALLPARK?

 

[powerstroke444e]

you would be looking north of $22K depending on options you could get over 30k on the new side

 

[kiotikid]

Chinawall,depending on your application you could get into a 30 to 40hp. tractor with all the attachments you want for less than a new bobcat s175.I have always found a tractor more comfortable to use and the attachments are far less in price.You can always find deals on used 3pt. attachments.I sell bobcat and kioti tractors.Just my 2 cents.

 

[chinawall]

my Kubota b7800 won't go near a thornbush without losing the calcium in the tires. That why I thought about a skidsteer

 

[JSharp]

It's a great deal if you can afford both but if you can only choose one, I'd have a tractor. If for no other reason than every time we use a skidsteer around here when we're done I have to put the blade on the back of the tractor and straighten out the area the skidsteer tore up...

 

[kiotikid]

Chinawall,There are a couple company's that can foam fill your tires so you will never get a flat again.It's not cheap but if you already have the tractor this would save you alot of $.

 

[chinawall]

Hey Kioti, where are these companies?

 

[crabjoe]

Hey Kioti, where are these companies?

Call your local tire companies. If they don't do it, they should know who does, in your area. Equipment rental and tractor shops will know too.

 

[DEWFPO]

What about a ToolCat to replace the skid steer AND the tractor. One set of implements, more expensive than a compact tractor, but cheaper than a skid steer.

DEWFPO