Skid steer loaders are an essential piece of equipment in the materials handling sector and many companies will operate a number of units to cater for various load capacities and individual load requirements. While checking out what’s currently available in the skid steer market to share with you, we came across a great story of an interesting application – in Melbourne Zoo.
Reported in the media in May 2020, a Toyota Huski 55 DK8 is being used by the zoo keepers on the enrichment programme for their Asian Elephants. The loader is put to work to move material around the elephant enclosure to create changes in their environment and encourage their natural behaviour.
Jade Equipment Finance provides cheap equipment loans for many different applications but this is one of the most interesting uses of a skid steer we have seen recently. Your application may not be quite as endearing as helping some of the world’s favourite animals, but we know, to you, it’s just as important and needs the right equipment.
So let’s check out some of the top movers in the skid steer loader market and then tell you how to get cheap finance to purchase one.
Toyota Huski Skid Steer Loaders
Toyota is one of the biggest names in material handling with their national branches 100% owned to ensure quality and service. Within the large Toyota structure Huski Construction Equipment is one of their divisions in their material handling operations.
Huski offers a range mini excavators, scissor lifts, forklifts, platforms and skid steer loaders. In fact, it is a Huski unit being used at Melbourne Zoo. The range of skid steers includes a number of models to take on a range of tasks.
The smallest in the skid steer range is the Toyota 4SD K4. A compact but powerful unit which is especially suited to applications where access is limited. The 4SD K4 features a high lift capacity, self-levelling system on the lift, lifting hook and the Toyota safety system.
At the top of the Huski skid steer range is the Toyota 55D K11 with a massive 900 kg operating load and is suited for use on both smooth concrete and those difficult surfaces such compacted gravel and unsealed dirt and grass. Features of this model improve the stability and provide for simpler dumping operation.
If you’re interested in investing in a Huski Toyota skid steer loader to make easy work of materials handling in your operation contact Jade Equipment Finance for a quote on finance. Your Jade consultant will make easy work of the loan process for you. Sourcing the cheapest quote, processing your application and handling the paperwork.
John Deere Skid Steer Loaders
As another option to consider in the skid steer loader market is also from one of the big names in equipment – John Deere. They also have a big range of skid steers and with the new models they’ve added power as well as increased the lift height and dump clearance.
John Deere has also addressed key operator concerns and made improvements to the multi-function capabilities of its loaders in this range.
The John Deere skid steer load range starts with the 704 kg capacity 312GR FT4. The G series is a range of compact models from this leading manufacturer, with options to take on many jobs in many working environments and feature both radial and vertical lift options.
The top of the range is the 332G iT4 which has a massive 1634 kg rated operating capacity and operating weight of 4540 kg. Don’t be misled by the compact size of these loaders, they are big on performance, as you would expect from John Deer.
If you’re tossing up between the different models, estimate your monthly repayments with our Equipment Finance calculator here. You can quickly calculate rough ballparks on the price of different units and see how much extra going up in size may cost you each month. Very handy tool for comparing brands and models of skid steer loaders.
Cheap Finance on Skid Steers
As essential kit in your operation, your new skid steer needs to pay its way and deliver a good ROI. We understand your objectives and to assist you achieve your operating cost targets, your Jade Equipment Finance consultant will be working to achieving you the cheapest skid steer loan at our best interest rates.
To sweeten the purchase even further, your purchase and business may be eligible for the Instant Asset Write-Off scheme - deadline 31 December 2020!!!!!
Jade Equipment Finance offers a complete range of business finance types for skid steers including:
- Equipment Leasing
- Rent to Own
- Chattel Mortgage
- Equipment Commercial Hire Purchase
We’ll negotiate with the banks and lenders on your behalf to tailor the finance deal to your needs.
To discuss a cheap finance on skid steer loader, contact 1300 000 003
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