All You Need to Know About Different Types of Loaders
Construction projects require versatile, heavy-duty equipment to handle different tasks. Loaders help accomplish monotonous and backbreaking tasks, such as moving rocks, soil, and debris from one spot to another safely and conveniently. As a buyer, you want to understand the different types of loaders to make a well-informed buying decision.
Bobcat of New Hampshire is your local equipment dealership in New Hampshire, and we know a thing or two about loaders. Our experts have created this guide to discuss three major types of loaders, and we hope this will help you pick the perfect machine to get your project going.
1. Wheel Loaders
Wheel loaders, also known as front-end loaders, come equipped with front-mounted buckets for scooping up, carrying, and depositing loose materials. The unique design of these machines allows them to maneuver comfortably, even in tight spaces and narrow worksites. Usually, these diesel-powered machines range between compact size and large models with different lifting capacities.
Wheel loaders are widely used in construction, agriculture, landscaping, and quarry applications for handling materials, digging, grading, and removing snow.
2. Skid Steer Loaders
Skid steer loaders or skid steers are compact and maneuverable construction machines that move by skidding or dragging their wheels to pivot. This allows them to operate in tight spaces and change direction quickly. Skid steers can handle various attachments, including buckets, blades, brooms, and hammers, for landscaping, site preparation, and moving loose materials.
3. Backhoe Loaders
Another common type of loader, the backhoe loader, combines the functionality of a wheel loader and an excavator. These machines feature a front-mounted loader bucket for loading materials and a rear-mounted backhoe for digging and excavating. They are cost-effective solutions for small to medium-sized construction sites that use them for utility work, road maintenance, and landscaping projects.
Now that you are more familiar with the three most common types of loaders, you are ready to explore a few models in person. Visit Bobcat of New Hampshire, where we have a fine selection of affordable loaders for sale. We can suggest models for any budget and help you pick a machine that fits your needs. We proudly serve Chichester, Hudson, Manchester, and Nashua—so stop by today.