The bucket breakout force for the 450 radial-lift skid steer is 6,200 lbs., while the 21E wheel loader produces 8,386 lbs. The visibility and breakout force of the wheel loader impressed Passow.

To draw a comparison, apply the ‘50 percent tipping load’ formula from the skid-steer to the wheel loader’s full-turn-static tipping load.” When rated in this manner, manufacturers generally refer to ...

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In comparing Caterpillar's line of skid steer's and track loaders, it becomes evident that one tips the scales far more than the other. For example, the Cat 285 XE Compact Track Loader weighs in ...