Skid Steer Loaders for Sale

Bobcat invented the skid steer loader and is still the most popular brand in both the new and used markets, followed by John Deere and Case. But if you’re looking for value, Kubota is EquipmentWatch’s winner for Highest Retained Value in the large skid loaders commonly found in the construction industry.

Finding the Best Skid Steer for Your Construction Work

Skid steer attachments number in the hundreds. So you can equip any skid loader with the right tool to get the job done. But when you’re looking for the best skid steer loader for construction work, you’ll likely find it in the larger sizes. 

Large skid steer loaders have the most rated operating capacity, so you can lift and move the heavy materials used in construction. They’re also suitable for more extensive and extreme types of work. But if you operate on more mid-sized projects or do more site work like grading and earthmoving, a medium-frame model may be enough machine for you.

Top skid steer models

• Bobcat S650 – The S650 sits smack dab in the middle of the Bobcat loader lineup, making it an all-around construction workhorse. Part of the M-Series line since 2009, its practicality and affordability has made it a top seller choice for over a decade.

• John Deere 332G – The largest and most popular Deere skid loader, the 332G boasts the horsepower of a backhoe or dozer. It’s 100-horsepower output makes it more productive than most other models.

• Case SV280 – The SV280 provides the power of a large skid steer in a medium machine. This unique combo of high performance and mid-sized frame has made it a favorite in residential construction.

Small, medium, or large, we have skid steer loaders of all sizes. Browse our extensive selection of used, new, and low-hour skid loaders to find the right fit for your construction equipment fleet.