Frequent Questions About ASV Skid Steer Loaders
Skid steer loaders are a versatile class of heavy equipment used to move various types of production or construction materials. Often called the "Swiss Army knife" of heavy equipment, their versatility comes from the wide range of attachments they use to handle loads of all sizes and shapes.
What kinds of heavy equipment does ASV make?ASV manufactures both Posi-Track and skid steers that perform the same material handling function. The difference between the two is that Posi-Track loaders are tracked, all-terrain vehicles while traditional skid loaders are wheeled. Either type can be found on eBay. Below are a few ASV models:
- RC30 - This compact tracked machine can move 800 pounds routinely and a maximum of 1,600 pounds without tipping.
- SR70 - This medium-weight tracked vehicle can move 2,7450 pounds without trouble and up to 5,500 pounds without tipping.
- RC100 - This heavy-duty equipment can move 3,800 pounds of material during normal operation and won't tip with loads up to 7,600 pounds. It's designed for the forestry industry.
- PT100 - This is another heavy-duty model like the RC100 but designed for urban construction uses.
This type of heavy equipment is designed for material handling, but there's a wide range of scenarios, like forestry, it can be used in. Affordable skid loaders are available on eBay. Below is a list of some typical examples when this type of heavy equipment machinery will make your job a lot easier and more efficient:
- Moving pallets
- Moving loose earth or rocks
- Moving rubble and debris
- Clearing underbrush
- Carrying cut logs
What makes this type of equipment versatile is the ability to use attachments that can handle different types of material. Below are a few examples that are widely available on eBay.
- Forks: Functioning like forklift forks, these attachments are used to move pallets.
- Buckets: These attachments are used to scoop up and carry loose materials.
- Post pullers: These attachments are handy when you need to remove fence posts or small trees.
- Grapplers: These attachments use a claw to secure awkward or round objects when moving them.