Skid Steers For Sale in Pennsylvania & Maryland

A Bobcat® skid steer lifting hay from a container in a corral

Versatility and maneuverability are important in construction and that's the value that skid steers bring to the table. Their performance can increase the productivity you see on the job. So if skid steer loaders are what you need, then visit Crownstone Equipment's Bobcat® store across Pennsylvania and Maryland today!

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Skid Steer Buying Guide

A skid steer is a wise investment. It's powerful capabilities help you work smarter and not harder. If you are in the market to buy a skid steer, check out our following tips on what to consider. When you are ready to look at models for sale, visit Crownstone Equipment's Bobcat dealerships. We proudly serve those in Pennsylvania and Maryland.

Frame and Equipment Size

A great place to start is thinking about how big or small your equipment needs to be. Skid steers come in a range of sizes, from tight and compact to looming and massive. You'll want to purchase something that provides enough power for your project. Too small of a model won't be able to function at the efficiency you need. Too large of a model and you end up paying for more power than you needed to.

You'll also want to account for the size of your workspace. If you are confined to a small area, this rules out larger skid steers. Don't forget to think about storage in addition to the uptime space needed.

Horsepower

Once you know the size of skid steer you want, you can move onto the horsepower potential. Here, you want enough power to get your job done without paying for power you won't use. Take into account the types of material you'll be working with. The heavier the material is, the more powerful your engine needs to be.

Remember to also consider the lift height and how your horsepower will influence this. Keep in mind what horsepower actually refers to. Horsepower relates mostly to the speed at which your machine can perform work. If you are talking about a more generalized power, then you're talking about torque.

Skid Steer Attachments

One great benefit of skid steers is that they can be outfitted with a variety of attachments. This gives you great versatility in your work. The models often come with a bucket attachment, but this is only the beginning. There are plenty of other options out on the market geared towards a wide range of tasks. As you shop for a skid steer, think about what attachments you would want your model to be able to handle.
Ready to look at skid steers for sale? Head on over to Bobcat of York, Frederick, Lancaster, Hagerstown, and Adams County. We offer a wide range of models for all budgets and needs. Crownstone Equipment proudly serves those nearby Baltimore, Maryland.