Yet another compact track loader question for you folks. I am considering buying a CTL in the next little while and have narrowed it down to 3 machines. The problem is, I really would like to find out more about what experiences people have had with them before I narrow the field even further.
I have cut the field down to the Bobcat T190, the John Deere CT322 and the Cat 247B...in no order of preference. I have quite a bit of time around Bobcat machines and generally like them. That being said, I don't want to limit my choice based on my experience alone. In the end, it will more than likely come down to dealer support more than anything, but I am very interested in what others have to say. I have had good luck with Deere in the past, but never have had anything to do with their CTLs or skidsteers. I have had experience with Cat skidsteers....though not all favourable. I do really like the track system they have, but I am so used to bobcat foot controls, I don't know how I really feel about Cat's joysticks. Now, I will admit, the one Cat track machine I ran was very nice, but felt underpowered. The skids I have run from Cat were all beat 3/4 to death, so I know it's not really fair to compare.
This is where you fine folks come in. Could you please share your feelings on the above mentioned machines with me? I am looking for negative as well as positive experiences so I can try to feel out which would fit my needs a bit better.
Thank
Brian
I have cut the field down to the Bobcat T190, the John Deere CT322 and the Cat 247B...in no order of preference. I have quite a bit of time around Bobcat machines and generally like them. That being said, I don't want to limit my choice based on my experience alone. In the end, it will more than likely come down to dealer support more than anything, but I am very interested in what others have to say. I have had good luck with Deere in the past, but never have had anything to do with their CTLs or skidsteers. I have had experience with Cat skidsteers....though not all favourable. I do really like the track system they have, but I am so used to bobcat foot controls, I don't know how I really feel about Cat's joysticks. Now, I will admit, the one Cat track machine I ran was very nice, but felt underpowered. The skids I have run from Cat were all beat 3/4 to death, so I know it's not really fair to compare.
This is where you fine folks come in. Could you please share your feelings on the above mentioned machines with me? I am looking for negative as well as positive experiences so I can try to feel out which would fit my needs a bit better.
Thank
Brian