Mini loader cost?

[PipeGuy]

dusmaker,
The ride control makes a huge difference in the ride.

[seandeere]

So I tried out the 244J, really nice machine. Did not get a chance to try the ride control. Would this help a lot at speed over rough ground? It really does turn tighter than the other machine I have ran so far. The standard tires seem to small, would I be better of with the optional larger ones for rough terrain and mud? They add almost 2 inches to the height of machine which is already rather tall. It would seem that they should change the drive ratio as not to loose digging ability with them, do not now if they change it or not. I have to look at the numbers and see if I can justify the extra 10 to 15k over the other machines I am considering.
Thanks
Paul

Yes the ride control would make a huge difference, I would not spend the extra for larger tires

[JohnT]

Paul:

Do you still have this unit? If so please call me at 1-800-262-8700. I am not a dealer, my company is need of another unit.

Thanks.

John

Anyone have a Waldon wheel loader?
I have a Waldon 4500B. It is articulated like a big loader, so it is easy on the turf, but is really similar in capacity to a larger skid.

I built the pallet forks for it and that made it much handier. The bucket is only a little bigger than 4'.

I've been wanting to sell it, but it's unusual enough that I'm having a tough time getting anyone interested even at a smaller price than a used skid of similar capacity.

Anyone else have one, or had one? Did you like it?

Paul

[JohnT]

Paul:

Do you still have this unit? If yes I'd like to talk with you I have one and need another.

thanks

John
1-800-262-8700

Anyone have a Waldon wheel loader?
I have a Waldon 4500B. It is articulated like a big loader, so it is easy on the turf, but is really similar in capacity to a larger skid.

I built the pallet forks for it and that made it much handier. The bucket is only a little bigger than 4'.

I've been wanting to sell it, but it's unusual enough that I'm having a tough time getting anyone interested even at a smaller price than a used skid of similar capacity.

Anyone else have one, or had one? Did you like it?

Paul

[dustmaker]

Decided to purchase a 244J but they are rather scarce on the west coast. The dealer found a new one only 67 training hours. Don't know how thats new but oh well. The problem is the machine has a 1.4 yard 86" bucket instead of a 1 yard 76" gp bucket. That seems little large to me for average work. Mostly worried about the digging ability of the larger width. My other thought would be to get a 1 yard multipurpose bucket and this would probably be about 84" anyway. Any thoughts?
Thanks
Paul

[MXZ]

I think the bucket choice will depend on what you're doing with the machine. Maybe you said somewhere, but I missed it. Other than serious digging and loading heavy material, I would tend to lean toward the versatility of the skid steer plate. If a large portion of the machine's life is sitting in a pit loading rock or something, then maybe the payloader bucket is the way to go. If I remember right, the ss plate just quick taches to the euro coupler, so switching from ss to payloader is relatively quick also.

Once you figure out your bucket, I think you'll be very pleased with your choice of machine. It's definitely the Cadillac of the class.

[aidank]

useful machine

[coopers]

You got any pics of the new guy?

[dustmaker]

This is one of the photos sent to me before the machine was transfered to my local dealer. It is still down at the dealer having some of the options I ordered installed. I will post more photos after delivery, should be monday or tuesday.
Paul

[coopers]

VERY NICE! love the look of those, I wish I had a reason to use one!

[awful knawful]

This is one of the photos sent to me before the machine was transfered to my local dealer. It is still down at the dealer having some of the options I ordered installed. I will post more photos after delivery, should be monday or tuesday.
Paul

I saw one exactly like that on the back of a flatbed the other night, almost put my mustang in the ditch trying to get a good look at it. It was a pretty neat looking little machine !
AK

[BadCompany]

I also looked at small loaders for snow removal. When the salesman old me the price of a small Deere was 60 grand, I thought that he was kidding me.

I am now looking at small Chinese and can buy a container load of them for the same price. If I was in construction and can afford for machine to go down, I would try the Chinese machines. Unfortunately, for snow removal, it either works or you cry.....a LOT of crying.

[CEwriter]

Here's basic info on the Waldon product line, and links to their web site:

http://www.reedconstructionequipment...EQ&srcpubid=14

[pavving]

i just baught a terex tl 120 mini loader i havent got to use it yet,has anyone used these before?

[P Backus]

Paul:

Do you still have this unit? If yes I'd like to talk with you I have one and need another.

thanks

John
1-800-262-8700

Sorry I didn't see your post for 6 months!
Unfortunately my Waldon finally did get sold, but don't feel too bad since it was sold before your post even.
Sure was a neat little loader if you have the use for that size. I sold it for around $4500. Nice running diesel.
Ended up replacing it with an 1845 skid- more money, but works better in my situation.

Paul