Buying used John Deere skid steer loaders
Radial-lift machines often suit digging and mid-height work; vertical-lift designs can favour truck loading and lift-and-carry tasks. Confirm standard- or high-flow hydraulics before selecting powered attachments.
Verify before comparing
- Exact model and serial-specific configuration
- Rated operating capacity
- Tipping load
- Lift path
- Hinge-pin height
- Auxiliary flow
Inspection focus
- Check chaincase, wheel bearings and drive response
- Inspect loader-arm pins, coupler and auxiliary connectors
- Confirm restraint bar, interlocks and cab controls operate correctly