Skid Steers

Ok so you might find the next few links interesting. These are from around the web, just random snippets that I’ve picked up in my reading, but I found some very cool information in them. You might too. Here goes…

New Holland Grand Prix 2009 (Turin) (Digger)

In “Safety Belt” the competitiors were at the controls of a New Holland L170 skid steer loader (operating weight: 3220 kg) in which they were required to lift a pallet with a bucket of water on it filled to a height of 25cm. They then had to do two laps of a marked out course in under 4 … The crowds were further more excited when two players from New Holland sponsored Juventus FC visited the event to try their hand at taking a penalty with the E16 mini excavator. …

going to buy a skid steer – Contractor Talk – Professional …

I came to your site to find out what you guys think is the best. Bobcat John Deere Cat Mustang or any other. I will make the purchase before '10. I want an all around skid steer for the best price. … I grew up operating Case skidders and love the hand controls and fine them to be alot better, for me anyhow, in rough terrain since i tend to use my feet to brace when things get bumpy….not a good idea with a bucket full of whatever and foot controls LOL! …

What to look for when buying a second-hand mower conditioner – 20 …

As the spearhead of silage and hay operations, mower-conditioners are important bits of kit, but they don't have to cost the earth. Nick Fone sniffs out a few second-hand bargains. … Get your ear down close to the gearbox and listen for any slight chattering – if there's something unfamiliar accompanying the usual smooth hum from the mower bed, then steer well clear. Get in under the hood to check for weeping gearbox seals and examine the gearbox casing and paintwork …

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