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About Wheel Loaders 

Also known as “tire loaders,” wheel loaders are one of the most versatile types of construction equipment. Useful for landscapers, tree care professionals, and contractors, wheel loaders help clear jobsites, remove tree stumps and logs, and transport materials. 

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2020 Avant 528 Wheel Loader

These four-wheel machines work with various types of front-mounted buckets—general purpose, multipurpose, wood chip, rock, etc.— to excavate, scoop, lift, and transport rocks, bricks, snow, mulch, and other materials. 

Wheel Loader Features

Along with the front bucket, operators can also use fork, blade, grapple, and ripper attachments. This enables the loaders to demolish, rip, remove tree stumps, and backfill, among other tasks. This flexibility helps professionals with a wide range of forestry and landscaping jobs.

The wheel configuration on these loaders allows for faster travel between work areas. Wheel loaders move efficiently on paved surfaces and smooth construction sites. The wheels also provide a smaller turn radius, making them more maneuverable in small spaces.

Loaders also come in crawler models. When comparing crawler and wheeled models, consider the needs and environment of the job. Crawler models offer better stability and traction on rough or even terrain. Wheel loaders are generally faster, quieter, and more maneuverable.

Wheel Loader Size Classes

Wheel loaders come in various size classes ranging from compact loaders ideal for small spaces to large loaders designed for heavy-duty work. Each size class features different ranges for engine size, bucket capacity, operating weight, and lift reach and capacity.

Compact loaders feature operating weights up to 20,00 pounds (9,072 kilograms), suitable for small projects, landscaping, and snow removal.

Small loaders have operating weights ranging from 20,000 to 40,000 lbs (9,072 to 18,144 kg) and can handle a range of tasks for various industries.

Medium loaders have operating weights between 40,000 and 80,000 lbs (18,144 to 36,287 kg) for heavier forestry projects.

Large loaders feature operating weights of 80,000 lbs and above. Operations use these loaders in heavy-duty projects that require significant material handling capacity.

Popular Wheel Loader Models

Many popular equipment manufacturers offer wheel loaders in all size classes. Each brand offers a range of models that cater to different applications and industries. 

Popular models on Tree and Landscape Equipment Trader include Cat's 966 and 980 medium loader models and Volvo's large L110H models. 

Find Wheel Loaders For Sale

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