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How Bobcat Skid Steer Machines Utilize Attachments for Versatility

May 23, 2024

How Bobcat Skid Steer Machines Utilize Attachments for Versatility

Skid Steers are versatile machines with a wide range of applications within differing industries from construction to agriculture. Bobcat has offered a premium range of skid steers for over five decades leading to the current S-line available with Westerra Equipment. Key features provide a better operator experience on site like the Bobcat X-Change system that allows you to replace attachments easily and quickly on the jobsite without needing to even leave the cab! With the range of attachments available for these versatile machines there are several applications you can take advantage of just from one piece of equipment.

Change Industry in under ten minutes with Bobcat X-Change…

Construction

When on the construction site it’s valuable to switch between attachments to allow your machine to do more. Bobcat skid-steers can use any of the following attachments to unleash greater productivity!

Auger – Dig deep and quick with plumb-line accuracy. Ideal for application in situations that require high torque impact, additionally with the unique knuckle design holes can be dug even if your machine is on uneven terrain.

Grading & Tooth Buckets – Heavy duty bucket able to move heavy materials and dig with the removable bolt-on teeth.

Box Blade – Designed to create near perfect finish on any grading jobs, provides operators strong control with minimal ground disturbance. Also compatible with Trimble grading systems.

Brush cat – Lightweight cutter attachment able to mulch trees and saplings up to 3 inches in diameter. Available with a range of cutting widths from 44 – 80 inches.

Concrete Mixer & Pump – Turn your machine into a capable concrete mixer that is able to transport and dump concrete quicker than a standalone mixer & accessories.

Hydraulic/Nitrogen Breaker – Valuable for demolition jobs, the breaker attachment allows you to utilize powerful break-in force for rock, concrete, asphalt and more.

Trench Compactor – Dig into soil and pack down easily with efficiency. Works perfectly for trenching 4 to 12 inches wide and up to 4 foot deep.

Trencher – Cut into all soil conditions with power and strength. Valuable attachment for maintenance crews, municipalities, & landscaping.

Wheel Saw – Easily cut through a variety of hard surfaces like asphalt & concrete. Utilize depth adjustment gauge to deliver a consistent and uniform cut depth.

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Agriculture

Skid-steers provide versatile value across agricultural applications with a number of attachments available for tasks on the jobsite. See below the list of attachment options available for Bobcat skid-steer machines:

Bale forks – Transport and load uneven or shaped bales with ease using the two fork attachment.

Backhoe - Transform the utility of your machine with a fully operational backhoe attachment that can use the same buckets as full-sized bobcat excavators.

Tree spade – Transplant trees with ease and efficiency, regardless of soil conditions. An ideal tool for landscaping, construction, farming, recreation & other government municipality needs.

Landplane – Break up ground and level surfaces in forward or reverse directions to remove large clods and rocks when grading and leveling.

Drum mulcher – Turn tree & brush into mulch on site. Superflow functionality is available on select models.

Landscape rake – Smoothen and level out soil with the rake attachment that can collect surface debris up to ½ inch and smaller.

Frost ripper – Crush through tough, hard-packed or frozen ground with a single point tooth designed to deliver maximum ground penetration.

Scraper – Remove packed-on materials or buildup including mud & ice to leave smooth surfaces for walking or driving. Ideal equipment for institutions, municipalities, snow removal and commercial flooring contractors.

Seeder – Save time with this attachment by placing seeds with precise depth and spacing to provide better germination and coverage.

SOD layer – Carry and lay down SOD easily and quickly without physical strain.

Soil conditioner – Prepare soil while levelling and filling in fewer passes. Rotating drum has strong teeth able to penetrate clumps and hardened soil.

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Tree care

Take care of important tree care needs with key attachments available to support your jobs. See below the list of available tree care equipment:

Grapple Forks – Load transport or full tree chippers with support from skid-steer grapple forks able to lift and transport tree branches & carcasses.

Brush Saw – Cut through and clear out small trees or brush quickly and conveniently. Capable of sawing through trees up to 15 feet tall.

Flail Cutter – Distribute materials consistently while clearing bush and small trees with a cutting width of 79 inches. Delivers performance on materials up to 3 inches in diameter.

Stump Grinder – Turn tree stumps to mulch with easy maneuverability and visibility. Ideal equipment for landscaping, contractors, municipalities and others.

Roadworks

Skid-steers provide a number of solutions on the jobsite when working on roadbuilding and repairs. With this industry’s needs you can expect premium performance from the following attachments:

Salt & Sand Spreader – Ideal tool for spreading materials in confined areas like parking lots and pedestrian zones, also able to spread fertilizer and seeds.

Snow Blade – Plow through deep drifts and push piles of snow from roads. Fine controls make operation easier with the hydraulic operated blade.

Snow Pusher – Collect and clear snow from roads without damaging equipment or property roads. For commercial scale use, consider the Snow Pusher Pro attachment with stronger capability.

Snow V Blade – Uniquely shaped snow pushing equipment that can push snow to side directions for removal.

Sweeper buckets – Collect and dump dust, dirt, & debris materials with optimal bristle-to-surface. Ideal equipment for site cleanup, dust abatement, roadworks, municipalities and others.

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Ready to Expand Your Line-Up?

Bobcat skid-steer machines offer more than a simple compact construction machine with material lift and transport capabilities. X-Change patented systems make operations easier with quick swaps between attachments on the jobsite, saving you both time and money on dedicated equipment for every attachment or need.

As always, our knowledgeable and friendly staff are more than happy to help you decide what attachment or equipment and attachment options are best for your needs. We carry a wide range of premium equipment including Bobcat machines and attachments for various industries. Contact us via the link below or using our live chat to find out more about these new Bobcat offerings or alternative choices for your requirements.