WHICH SKID STEER IS BEST FOR YOUR PROJECT?

Tracked or wheeled? Walk-behind or full-size? Enclosed cab or open? The right skid steer depends entirely on your job — and Ted’s can help you pick before you commit. We carry four machines, from a 36-inch walk-behind built for tight residential spaces to a 2,500 lb tracked Bobcat built for demolition sites and rough Colorado terrain.

The Four Machines

Attachments — All Interchangeable Across Every Bobcat

All attachments fit the T66, S66, and S62. Pick your machine based on job conditions — then add whatever the job calls for.

• Brush cutter — vegetation cleanup and fire mitigation
• Grapple bucket — grab and move large debris or logs; great for tree removal
• Rock bucket — slotted bottom picks up rocks and leaves dirt behind
• Tooth (digging) bucket — digging teeth make leveling and ground prep dramatically faster. Night and day difference over a standard bucket.
• Snow bucket — high capacity; also works great with gravel since gravel weighs less than dirt
• Pallet forks — material handling and staging on job sites

What Are Skid Steers Used For in Durango?

1. Mass material movement — dirt, gravel, mulch, mixed creek material
2. Snow removal — wheeled models (S62 or S66), not tracked. Tracks become skis on ice and packed snow.
3. Tree removal — cut down trees, use grapple to grab and move debris
4. Fire mitigation — grab and move large piles of brush fast
5. Ground leveling and site prep — tooth bucket makes this dramatically faster
6. Working alongside an excavator — one machine digs, one moves. That’s the combo.

Your Questions, Answered

Should I use tracked or wheeled?

Demolition site with sharp debris → Tracked T66 (won’t pop tires). Snow removal → Wheeled S62 or S66 (tracks turn into skis on ice and packed snow). Summer digging and moving → Tracked has better traction and less ground impact. Turf areas → Tracked with wide turns — don’t spin in place or you’ll tear up the lawn.

Can I tow the skid steer myself?

It depends on the machine. The S62 (1,700 lb capacity) can go with some larger half-ton trucks — Ted’s checks weight ratings before any machine leaves. The tracked T66 weighs nearly 12,000 lbs and requires a serious tow vehicle. We confirm tow capacity with every customer.

Will it fit in my space?

The Barreto 825TKL walk-behind is 36″ wide — designed specifically for residential yards, gates, and tight areas where a full-size machine can’t go. If you’re worried about fitting, the walk-behind is your answer.

Which skid steer can keep me out of the elements?

The Bobcat S66 is the only machine in our fleet with a fully enclosed cab — both A/C and heat. It’s the one to request if you’re dealing with dust, hot summer days, or cold weather. The others all have protective cages but are open.

Are the attachments interchangeable between machines?

Yes — all Bobcat attachments fit all three Bobcat models (T66, S66, S62). Pick your machine based on job conditions and size, then add whatever attachment the job calls for.

What’s the difference in lift capacity?

S62: 1,700 lb capacity — solid for most general work. S66 and T66: 2,500 lb capacity — more material per pass, faster job completion. If you’re moving heavy material or using forks, go with the larger capacity machines.

Skid steer vs. tractor — which is better for my job?

For moving material, skid steers win: higher weight rating, better maneuverability, smaller footprint, and more attachment capability. Tractors are great for certain work, but when it comes to moving dirt, gravel, or mixed material efficiently — skid steer is faster and more capable.

If I’m doing demolition, should I use tracked or wheeled?

Tracked. Sharp debris, nails, and rough concrete will pop tires on a wheeled machine. The tracked T66 is built for job sites where the ground is unpredictable.

How do I avoid tearing up the turf with a tracked machine?

Make wide, sweeping turns rather than spinning in place. On a normal job site this isn’t an issue. On a finished lawn or turf, keep moving — don’t pivot tightly. Tracked machines spread their weight over a larger footprint, so they do less damage per square inch than wheeled machines when operated correctly.

Moving dirt this summer? The right skid steer gets it done faster, with less effort — and Ted’s has four options.