A mini skid steer, also known as a mini loader, is a type of skid steer loader built for compact work on residential and commercial construction sites. They are generally built with a rigid frame, differential steering and with lift arms that can be attached with a wide variety of attachments.
A mini skid steer is smaller than a typical skid steer, and generally is operated by standing on the back and utilising joystick controls, rather than sitting in a cab.Mini skid steers are ideal for landscapers, contractors, acreage owners, farmers, and builders to trench, dig, drill, scoop and transport small amounts of materials from one place to another. They can be used in place of an excavator to dig holes on the inside, rather than the outside. Thanks to their smart design, mini skid steers often have an extended reach, which allows for more operating height.
Mini skid steers are highly versatile machines thanks to their ability to be fitted with a range of attachments, including augers, trenchers, buckets, backhoes, pallet forks, mowers, stump grinders, rippers and more.
Available in wheeled and tracked options, there's a mini skid steer for all types of projects and can work on many different terrains, such as gravel, sand and mud. Wheeled skid steers work best on even ground such as concrete, paved ground or flat grassy areas. They are also faster than tracked mini skid steers, and have less moving components (so less servicing required).
Tracked mini skid steers are ideal for rough terrains such as muddy, sandy or wet uneven ground. They're also easier to manoeuvre in more complex conditions and suit jobs like bulldozing and digging. So it really depends on your project and requirements as to whether wheeled or tracked mini skid steers are right for you.
There are many brands that manufacture mini skid steers, each with their own unique designs. These brands include Kanga, Multione, Avant, Dingo Australia and McLoughlin.
