How to Use Your Compact Construction Equipment on a Farm

For operations as complex as a farm, you can use a variety of equipment to complete daily operational tasks efficiently. While tractors are necessary farm equipment, compact construction equipment is a valuable alternative for many tasks. Mini excavators, skid steers, compact track loaders, and compact wheel loaders all bring unique advantages to farms and ranches. Let's explore how these machines can enhance your agricultural workflow.

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Types of Compact Construction Equipment for Your Farm

Mini Excavator

Due to their lightweight frame, compact or mini excavators can be a great asset for small farming. They come in handy for jobs that require precise digging and excavation. The small machines are also highly maneuverable in narrow areas that other equipment can’t reach.

Compact Track Loaders

Compact Track Loaders are more equipped for heavy-duty jobs. Their steel tracks make them excellent for working on soft and wet terrain such as dirt, sand, or mud since they do not pack the ground they cover.

Skid Steers

Skid Steers are similar to track loaders except they have wheels instead of tracks. This makes them more suitable for working on level, hard surfaces such as packed dirt, concrete, or asphalt. Known for their versatility and maneuverability, they can perform tasks and navigate tight spaces with greater ease than track loaders.

Compact Wheel Loader

Compact Wheel Loaders can assist with tasks involving pulling, lifting, and material handling. They work best in dry conditions and cause less damage to grass.

Uses on the Farm

Earthmoving Tasks

One of the primary applications of compact construction equipment on the farm revolves around earthmoving tasks that demand getting down and dirty. The Mini excavator might be more efficient for precise digging and trenching due to its extendable arm. However, a skid steer or compact track loader could be a better fit for moving a greater area of earth material such as soil, dirt, or rocks while also carrying heavier loads.

Fence Building

When you need to install fences or poles on your farm, Compact Construction Equipment can be a significant help. Pair your mini excavator or skid stir with an auger to speed up the process of digging post holes. You can also use your skid steer or compact track loader to remove existing fences and clear the surface.

Bale Management

Utilize your skid steer or compact track loader’s lifting capabilities to load and unload hay bales. You can work with attachments such as the bale spear or bale hugger to move bales easily and without damaging them.

Livestock and Feed Management

Make your livestock operation more efficient with your compact construction equipment. You can use your skid steer, compact track, loader, or compact wheel loader to transport and distribute feed to your animals. You can also use specific attachments to clean up areas and clear waste.

Dairy Operations

More specifically, these pieces of compact construction equipment can be very useful for dairy operations. Since these machines are so compact, they can easily maneuver around barn stalls and perform numerous tasks from distributing feed to clearing out pens.

Mowing and Brush Clearing

Just like a tractor, you can use your skid steer or compact track loader to tame unruly grasses and vegetation. By using cutters and shredders, you can keep your property neat and trim. You can also go the extra mile by using the mulching attachment for the brush and using it as fertilizer for your crops.

There are many possibilities for compact construction equipment on your farm. If you have any further questions about what this equipment can do for your operation, contact us or visit your local American Implement dealer.

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