Skid steer hire – Tips and advice
Hiring a skid steer machine
Skid steers are often considered the handiest machines with a myriad of uses across a broad range of sectors.
The skid steer or skidsteer is a relatively small device with a sophisticated auxiliary hydraulic system and an extensive range of labour-saving attachment options that offer the ability to carry out many different types of job.
Skid steers with arms can be used for heavy lifting; buckets can be used for tipping while bulldozing and digger attachments make it perfect for earthmoving or landscaping tasks.
- The weight of loads it is likely to be called upon to lift.
- The type of operation requires such as lifting, dozing, drilling, demolishing, earthmoving, etc.
- The surfaces on which it will operate and damage it may cause.
Types of skid steer
There are many types of skid steer available on the market today, and each has its particular strengths. The CAT 272D XHP, for example, is a high-performance machine powered by an electronically controlled engine. Its larger lift cylinders give exceptional lifting power, and electrically activated couplers eliminate the need for hydraulic lines and valves. The CAT skid steer boats an intelligent self-levelling system that keeps the machine stable when raising or lowering heavy loads.
And the JCB 155 is a new generation skid steer with radial lift and a 1,555 lbs capacity. Electro-hydraulic servo control improves service access and minimises the possibility of leaks while the single arm design makes it easy to enter. The JCB skid steer comes with more than 30 types of attachment and an optional hydraulic quick hitch that makes switching attachments a breeze.
Clark & Kent Contractors has a wide range of skid steers for hire. Call us now on 01630 672329.
