New to the forum, but have been reading info on here for years. looking at buying a new 5 ton mini X with a cab. It seems to be a good time to buy new with manufacturers offering a lot of incentives. In the process of getting some pricing now. So far, I like the price and warranty(4yr/4k hours) of the Yanmar sv40. Dealer quoted $47k w/ 4 way blade and 2 buckets (12", 24"). Seems like the price would be hard to beat, but still checking around. Any advice or experience on the Yanmar or other machine brands would be helpful. Any pricing of guys that recently purchased machines..etc. Options? Not sure i need a 4 way blade??
This will be my first excavator. I have rented a lot of different sizes and brands over the years for my Landscape company and my farm. Im starting to transition into more dirt work, Finish grade, land clearing, driveways, drainage, etc. I am building some relationships with some home builders now. I see myself getting out of the landscaping business in a few years, 15+ years in business and 20+ in the landscape industry i am really burnt out. I find running a machine all day to be relaxing(especially in the AC) to some extent and something i can do as i get older. I have owned a Case TR320 skid steer for several years that will be paired with the new excavator. Appreciate any input or advice!
This will be my first excavator. I have rented a lot of different sizes and brands over the years for my Landscape company and my farm. Im starting to transition into more dirt work, Finish grade, land clearing, driveways, drainage, etc. I am building some relationships with some home builders now. I see myself getting out of the landscaping business in a few years, 15+ years in business and 20+ in the landscape industry i am really burnt out. I find running a machine all day to be relaxing(especially in the AC) to some extent and something i can do as i get older. I have owned a Case TR320 skid steer for several years that will be paired with the new excavator. Appreciate any input or advice!