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Mini search – model recommendations

oifla ยท 2020-06-13 09:10

hello all in the market for a used mini and i'm trying to cast my net as widely as possible. i'm looking for a machine that meets the following criteria: - zero tail swing - 8' digging depth (vertical digging depth) - less than 7,000 lbs the narrower track, the better. an example of a machine that meets all of these criteria is the Kubota U25. any others come to mind? thanks!

Replies8
  1. #1Canuck Digger2020-06-14 23:51

    I believe JD has a 2.7 ton machine. Not sure of the specs.

  2. #20072020-06-15 06:24

    I have a U25 and I would not recommend going narrower tracks unless you were forced to. The U20 with long arm option meets your spec with adjustable track width from 1300 to 1500.

  3. #3oifla2020-06-16 15:59

    I've added both (Deere 35g and Kubota U20 LA) to my list, thanks!

  4. #4oifla2020-06-17 21:47

    Also adding a New Holland E26C

  5. #5oifla2020-06-18 23:48

    Also adding a Bobcat E26 with the long arm option

  6. #6Orest Anhel2020-06-25 02:33

    Yanmar Vio35 is 7500 pounds transport weight with canopy and rubber tracks 10 foot dig depth and hydraulic pin grabber which allows you to use a wide variety of pin on buckets

  7. #7oifla2020-07-05 10:22

    Thanks!

  8. #8oifla2021-03-07 18:55

    hi all. i ended up purchasing a new Kubota U27-4. it does what i need it to do and i'm pretty happy with the dimensions and power output. the prices for used are way too high to justify so i went new. so far so good.