Tracks or Tires: Which is right for you? 

Not sure if you should be investing in a skid-steer loader or a compact track loader? It’s a tough decision that every contractor faces at one point or another. A recent article on ForConstructionPros.com (http://www.forconstructionpros.com/) outlines the advantages and disadvantages of both machines.

According to the article “Should You Buy a Skid-steer Loader or a Compact Track Loader?” (http://www.forconstructionpros.com/article/12263102/should-you-buy-a-skid-steer-loader-or-a-compact-track-loader), skid-steer loaders are lighter, easier to transport, and cheaper to purchase and maintain. The ideal operating environment is on hard surfaces. Compact track loaders are more versatile than their wheeled-relative with better performance in dirt, mud and uneven terrain. However, you’ll have to invest more to purchase a compact track loader and tracks are a lot more expensive to replace than tires.

If you want more details about the differences between the two machines, head over to ForConstructionPros.com (http://www.forconstructionpros.com/).

Not covered in the article, Over-the-tire tracks is a great option to look into if you already own a skid-steer loader or your work doesn’t require tracks full time. Over-the-tire tracks are easy to put on and take off, and provide exceptional skid-steer traction and lateral stability when working around steep slopes or hilly terrain. MWE offers Rubber and Steel Over-The-Tracks systems http://www.tracksandtires.com/machines/rubber-tracks/ott-tracks/. If you’re not sure which is right for our needs, give us a call at 1-877-336-6825 or send us an email at sales@mwesales.com.