For many Australian contractors, the challenge is not finding a machine that can perform one task. The real challenge is finding a compact machine that can handle many different jobs on the same site. That was exactly the situation faced by an Australian landscaping and construction contractor. The company had recently taken on several projects involving land clearing, material handling, driveway preparation, landscaping, and small construction work. Each project required different equipment, and constantly renting machines was becoming expensive. The customer needed a compact loader that could work in tight spaces, move materials efficiently, and handle different attachments. After comparing several options, the contractor decided to purchase a YG track loader skid steer. At first, the machine was purchased mainly for one landscaping project. But after several weeks of use, the customer discovered that it could become one of the most useful machines in the company’s equipment fleet.
An Australian Contractor Looking for More Flexibility
The customer was a contractor in Australia. The company mainly worked in the local construction, landscaping, and property maintenance markets. Its core business included residential landscaping, commercial landscaping, land clearing, driveway preparation, material handling, small construction projects, property maintenance, and site preparation. The company had previously used a combination of excavators, loaders, wheelbarrows, and rented machinery. This approach worked when projects were large enough to justify bringing several machines to the site. But smaller jobs were different. The contractor often had to move equipment between locations, and transportation costs quickly added up. The project manager explained: “Our problem wasn’t that we didn’t have enough equipment. We had too many different machines for small jobs.” That was when the company started looking for a more flexible compact loader.
Small Jobs Were Becoming Surprisingly Expensive
The contractor was working on a residential and commercial landscaping project in Australia. The job included moving soil, transporting gravel, clearing vegetation, preparing ground, moving landscaping materials, and leveling small areas. None of these jobs required a huge machine. However, together they created a lot of work.
The company faced several challenges.
- Too Much Manual Material Handling. Workers were spending significant time moving soil, gravel, and other materials manually. This slowed down the project.
- Equipment Rental Costs Were Rising. The company often rented machines for individual tasks. Rental fees, transportation, and minimum rental periods increased the total project cost.
- Different Sites Had Different Access Conditions. Some residential properties had narrow entrances. Large machines were not always practical.
- The Company Needed More Than a Basic Loader. The contractor wanted a machine that could work with different attachments rather than being limited to bucket loading.
The Machine Became a Daily Workhorse
Three months after purchasing the machine, the contractor had already used it on more than 15 projects.
Its applications included:
- Residential landscaping
- Commercial landscaping
- Gravel spreading
- Soil movement
- Ground preparation
- Small demolition support
- Material handling
The machine had become one of the company’s frequently used pieces of equipment.
The owner commented:
“We originally thought we were buying a loader. We ended up buying a multi-purpose jobsite tool.”
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YG Track Loader Skid Steer Parameters
| Model | W45（Wheel-type） | W65（Wheel-type） | T50（Crawler-type） | T65（Crawler-type） |
| Operating load (kg) | 700 | 1050 | 700 | 1000 |
| Max Speed（km/h） | 10 | 10 | 10 | 12 |
| Rated flux (L/min) | 80 | 89 | 80 | 89 |
| Rated power (kW) | 36.7KW | 55KW | 45KW | 55KW |
| Fuel tank capacity (L) | 70 | 75 | 50 | 90 |
| Self-weight bucket (kg) | 3766 | 4498 | 4074 | 5024 |
| Bucket capacity (m³) | 0.4 | 0.5 | 0.4 | 0.5 |
| Overall operating height (mm) | 3560 | 3850 | 3660 | 3900 |
| Height to bucket hinge pin (mm) | 2765 | 3020 | 2730 | 2970 |
| Height to top of cab (mm) | 2230 | 2295 | 2349 | 2409 |
| Height to bottom of level bucket(mm) | 2909 | 2862 | 2500 | 2790 |
| Without bucket length（mm） | 2325 | 2527 | 2170 | 2450 |
| Overall length with bucket(mm) | 3276 | 3428 | 3150 | 3400 |
| Dumping angle at maximum height(° ) | 37.5 | 32 | 40 | 40 |
| Dumping height(mm) | 2342 | 2410 | 1990 | 2270 |
| Dumping reach(mm) | 550 | 850 | 1040 | 1120 |
| Rollback of bucket on ground(° ) | 20.5 | 23 | 30 | 30 |
| Rollback of bucket at full height(° ) | 96.5 | 95 | 100 | 100 |
| Wheelbase(mm) | 991 | 1074 | 1230 | 1500 |
| Ground clearance(mm) | 185 | 205 | 230 | 200 |
| Angle of departure(° ) | 20 | 20 | 18.5 | 18.5 |
| Front turning radius without bucket(mm) | 1188 | 1320.5 | 1064 | 1230 |
| Front tuning radius(mm) | 2030 | 2095 | 1825 | 2010 |
| Rear tuning radius(mm) | 1630 | 1680 | 1264 | 1720 |
| Rear axle to bumper (mm) | 929 | 1057 | 590 | 730 |
| Tread width (mm) | 1462.5 | 1498 | 1022 | 1482 |
| Width (mm) | 1726.5 | 1805 | 1422 | 1782 |
| Bucket width (mm) | 1727 | 1828 | 1727 | 1828 |
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Benefits Of Using Skid Steer Loaders For Customers
- Project Costs Fell by About 18%. The company also compared equipment costs. Before purchasing the machine, the contractor frequently paid for equipment rental, delivery, pickup, minimum rental periods, and additional labor. After purchasing its own machine, the company estimated that equipment-related costs across comparable projects fell by about 18%.
- The Schedule Improved by About 20%. The contractor also tracked project completion time. For several similar landscaping and site-preparation jobs, the team estimated that work was completed approximately 20% faster. This was mainly because material movement was faster, workers spent less time on manual handling, equipment was available immediately, the company did not have to wait for rental deliveries, and the machine could perform several tasks. For a contractor, saving time can be just as valuable as reducing direct costs.
- The Customer Started Looking at Attachments Differently. After using the machine, the contractor began exploring additional attachments. This created another benefit. Instead of purchasing a completely different machine for every task, the company could consider using attachments matched to its workload. For example, a bucket could handle general loading and material movement. Other attachments could support different landscaping or site-preparation applications. This gave the contractor more flexibility when bidding for future projects.
The Customer’s View on Skid Steer Tracks Price
Before buying, the customer had also searched for skid steer tracks price and compared different configurations. However, the project manager learned that the lowest equipment price was not necessarily the most economical choice. He started looking at the total cost of ownership.
This included:
- Purchase price
- Shipping
- Maintenance
- Fuel
- Track wear
- Spare parts
- Attachments
- Expected working hours
For contractors, the right question is often not:
“How much does the machine cost?”
but:
“How much value can the machine create over its service life?”
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Customer Feedback: “It Paid for Itself in Productivity”
After several months of operation, the Australian customer shared his experience.
On Productivity
“Material handling became much faster. We estimate that some jobs are around 30% to 35% more productive.”
On Mobility
“The tracked configuration works well for many of our outdoor jobs, especially where the ground is loose or uneven.”
On Versatility
“We use it for much more than loading. It has become a regular machine for landscaping and site preparation.”
On Rental Costs
“We used to rent equipment for many small jobs. Now we already have a machine available when we need it.”
On Future Projects
“The biggest benefit is flexibility. We can take on jobs that would have required more equipment in the past.”
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Don’t Just Buy a Loader—Buy the Right Solution
The Australian customer’s experience shows that a skid steer can be much more than a compact loader. For contractors handling multiple types of work, the combination of compact size, mobility, and attachment flexibility can make a major difference. Before comparing a small skid loader for sale, consider the real conditions of your projects.
Do you mainly work on soil and uneven outdoor ground? A tracked configuration may be worth considering.
Do you mainly work on concrete, asphalt, or hard surfaces? A wheeled mini skid steer may be more suitable.
And don’t compare skid steer tracks price alone. Consider productivity, maintenance, operating hours, and long-term use. If you are looking for a track loader skid steer for landscaping, construction, material handling, land clearing, or site preparation, start with your actual working conditions.
Have a similar project? Tell YG your required lifting capacity, working environment, site access, ground conditions, and main applications. YG can help you choose a suitable track loader skid steer configuration and recommend the right attachments for your work.