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Skid Steer and Compact Track Loader ShowcaseKubotaPowered by efficient Kubota engines, Kubota’s CTLs are all-Kubota designed,engineered and manufactured to deliver durability and quality. The 74.3-grosshp SVL75-2 boasts a 6,204-lb bucket breakout force and a 4,881-lb lifting capacity.It is powered by a four-cylinder, direct injection, turbocharged Kubotadiesel engine. Kubota’s versatile compact track loaders are equipped with arigid-mount undercarriage, a vertical lift designed for long reach (41.7 in.) andmaximum lifting and dumping capabilities. A variety of performance-matchedattachments are available for the SVL75-2, including several bucket optionswith teeth or straight edges, four-in-one buckets, pallet forks and more. TheKubota SVL75-2 offers a wide cab entrance and a spacious, comfortable operatorarea with a high-back, fully adjustable suspension seat and ample leg room,and the hand-and-foot throttle ensures convenience. The Kubota SVL75-2 isequipped with two-speed travel and high-ground clearance for optimal travel performance on rough constructionsite terrain and is built to ensure stability and comfort in uneven terrain. For more information, visit www.kubota.com.VolvoFeaturing a single loader arm design, Volvo Construction Equipment’sskid steer loaders and CTLs deliver customers the superior loading performanceand durability found in a traditional skid steer design, along withthe improved visibility, safety and enhanced cab access of a side-entrymachine. The new wheeled and tracked models available are the radialliftMC60C and MC70C, and the vertical-lift MC85C, MC95C and MCT85C.Rated operating capacities for these models range from 1,350 to 1,900lbs and gross engine power from 48 to 59 hp. The robust design and reinforcementof a single loader arm provides reliability and effectively distributesthe load. Without the horizontal cross member found on two-armvertical-lift machines, operators experience excellent all-around visibility.The cab also features a large top window for improved visibility duringtruck loading. Each model features good dump height and reach, alongwith powerful lift capacity — making Volvo skid steer loaders and compacttrack loaders highly efficient in repeated load-and-carry operations. Powerfulengines deliver proven power and dependability. For more information,visit www.volvoce.com.24 Utility Contractor | August 2013MustangThe new Mustang 2500RT track loader is a great addition to the innovativeRT Series track loader line from Mustang. With an operating capacity of 2,500lbs (at 35 percent tipping capacity) and a Tier 4 engine, the 2500RT offers additionalcapacity while providing the same industry-exclusive features equipmentowners have come to expect from Mustang track loaders. The 2500RT trackloader is equipped with a powerful 74.3-hp, Tier 4-compliant Deutz turbo-dieselengine. The 2500RT delivers 243 ft-lbs of torque and up to 14,317 lbs of tractiveeffort, resulting in better traction and stronger digging forces. In addition,the Deutz TD 3.6 engine does not require any fuel after-treatments or periodicregeneration, which means less downtime for routine maintenance on the jobsite.The 2500RT track loader features the industry-exclusive Automatic TrackTensioning System. The patented Automatic Track Tensioning System eliminatesthe need for manually tensioning the tracks on the loader before operation— saving on time and increasing the life of the tracks. For more information,visit www.mustangmfg.com.Gold Partner
Trailer TimeWhat to Consider When Purchasing a Skid Steer TrailerBy Pam KleinekeCompared to lugging around a large excavator, towinga skid steer to a jobsite may seem like a piece of cake.However, that compact machine (and its many attachments)needs just as much care and a sturdy trailer to get it towhere it needs to be. Below, Sam Gayman, Manager of Salesand Marketing for Bri-Mar Mfg., a leading skid steer trailermanufacturer, offers some purchasing tips when looking forthe right trailer to haul a compact loader.1. Bring out the scale. Prior to selecting a trailer for a skidsteer, the buyer needs to know the weight of his or hermachine, as well as any attachments needed for the job.“The most important thing to consider when selectinga trailer is its GVWR [Gross Vehicle Weight Rating],” saysGayman. “This maximum weight rating includes the weightof the trailer itself. So, a buyer will need to know the weightof their skid steer loader, along with any attachments they’llwant to transport before making a purchase to ensure theselected trailer can support the total load.”Gayman also points out that trailers for skid steer loadersgenerally range from 12 to 24 ft and will have the appropriatenumber of axles and tires necessary to supportthe maximum allowable load for its GVWR.2. Hitch your ride. A trailer is only useful if the potentialbuyer has the right vehicle to pull it. When consideringa trailer, a buyer should make sure that the vehicleintended to haul the skid steer can accommodate thewhole load.“The vehicle should be equipped appropriately to accommodatepulling the GVWR of the trailer and its load,”says Gayman. “A number of vehicles may be appropriatedepending on the overall weight. Auto manufacturerstypically place a sticker inside the driver’s side doorthat states the maximum GVWR the vehicle can support.The selected vehicle must also be equipped with the righthitch to be able to accept and safely pull the trailer.”Gayman adds that a commercial driver’s license (CDL)may be necessary depending on the GVWR and the GrossCombined Weight Rating (GCWR), which is calculatedby the weight of the truck and trailer added together.3. Consult your equipment dealer. When the time comesto load a skid steer on to a trailer, Gayman suggests consultingwith the skid steer manufacturer or checking outthe machine’s operator’s manual for proper loading instructions.These resources can help answer questionsregarding safe loading practices (such as identifying tiedownpoints) and any additional equipment needed tohaul the skid steer.Pam Kleineke is Associate Editor of Utility Contractor.August 2013 | Utility Contractor 25
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