{"id":24209,"date":"2019-01-14T14:36:48","date_gmt":"2019-01-14T04:36:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/mag\/?p=24209"},"modified":"2022-08-25T17:17:24","modified_gmt":"2022-08-25T07:17:24","slug":"11-tips-buying-wheel-loader","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/mag\/11-tips-buying-wheel-loader\/","title":{"rendered":"11 Tips For Buying A Wheel Loader"},"content":{"rendered":"

Researching <\/span>wheel loaders for sale<\/span><\/a>? Choosing the right one can be a hard task, but it doesn\u2019t have to be! <\/span><\/p>\n

Designed to carry out a wide range of tasks, wheel loaders are ideal for those who require a lot from their machine. Wheel loaders can scoop, lift, carry and load material for a variety of applications. It\u2019s this versatility that makes it one of the most popular construction machines on the market. <\/span><\/p>\n

There are also hundreds of different models that come from different brands, in different sizes, with different specs.<\/span><\/p>\n

So how do you choose the right wheel loader?<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. Consider the size of your project<\/a><\/li>\n
  2. Make sure it’s durable<\/a><\/li>\n
  3. Don’t forget about counterweight<\/a><\/li>\n
  4. Know your bucket needs<\/a><\/li>\n
  5. Get the right attachments<\/a><\/li>\n
  6. Make sure it’s easy to service and maintain<\/a><\/li>\n
  7. Get the right arm configuration for your projects<\/a><\/li>\n
  8. Check it’s comfortable for your operator<\/a><\/li>\n
  9. Note its breakout force<\/a><\/li>\n
  10. Get the right tyres for the job<\/a><\/li>\n
  11. Choose a seller that offers great after-sales support<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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    Find wheel loaders for sale here.<\/a><\/p>\n

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    1. Start With Size<\/span><\/h2>\n

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    Before doing any further research, consider the size of your project. Understanding the scope of the job will give you a better idea of what size wheel loader will be best for the long-term, and what you will need it to do. Size is paramount to maximising your ROI, so it\u2019s important to get this right from the get-go. <\/span><\/p>\n

    So what size wheel loader works best?<\/span><\/h3>\n

    According to CASE Construction, \u201cThe primary factors to consider when purchasing a wheel loader are operating capacity (bucket size, breakout and lift capacity) and footprint. The right size of a wheel loader is often determined by surrounding equipment and operations.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

    Ask yourself these questions:<\/span><\/p>\n

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    1. How much material do you need to move every day?<\/span><\/li>\n
    2. Is there another machine the wheel loader will need to keep up with?<\/span><\/li>\n
    3. What size\/weight of materials will the machine need to lift or place?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      When considering the size of your wheel loader, you\u2019ll want to compare 3 main elements:<\/span><\/p>\n