When choosing a front-end loader, what are the most important features to look for? Goscor Earth Moving provides tips on what to consider when making your purchase.

So, just how do you know what type of front-end loader for sale would make a good investment for you? There are many factors you need to consider when making this purchase, such as the size of the machine, the type of material it will be used to move, and your budget.

At Goscor Earthmoving Equipment, we are used to helping and guiding our customers on just this kind of decision. We’ve put together an easy guide on what features are important to consider when choosing a front-end loader.

Whenever we get asked by a customer to help them decide which make and model of earthmoving equipment we would recommend for them, we always ask them five questions. By answering these five questions, we are able to get a clearer picture of the scope of their project in order to advise which machine is going to be best for them. The questions are;

• What industry are you in and what job do you need to be done?
• What is the power rating of the machine you need i.e. what is the load that needs to be carried?
• What type of material will need to be excavated, lifted, loaded or carried?
• Are you considering a new or used machine?
• What is your budget?

Let’s break these questions down into more detail now to help you understand how to determine the most important front-end loader features to consider;

Front-end loaders are predominantly used in industries like construction, engineering, landscaping, agriculture and mining. Understanding the industry first, then what type of job or application needs to be fulfilled, will help you determine the power and size of the machine you need. Do you need tons of soil excavated? Do you need heavy-duty debris excavated? These are important things to understand.

The size of the machine as well as the bucket capacity of the front-end loader is a very important feature that you need to consider when deciding which model is necessary for you. Most front-end loaders – that are manufactured by reputable companies – will offer you a variety of options in terms of the buckets the machine can use. Most will come with a standard bucket with the option to add additional attachments like a coal bucket for example. You need to consider these factors in terms of the size of the machine;

• Gross power
• Rated pay load
• Bucket size (including additional bucket attachment sizes)
• Rated load capacity

The type of material you require excavated and loaded is also important because this will determine to the size of the machine and power rating needed. Examples of materials include soil, rocks, rubble, coal, debris, wood etc.

Do you want to consider a brand-new machine, or do you want to look at a pre-owned machine? Of course, your budget would guide you more clearly on this point, but it might also be important to your project scope to have a machine that has no mileage on it so to speak. Of course, it might make no difference whether it’s new or used.

The final feature in helping you choose the right machine for your earthmoving needs, and probably one of the most important, is your budget. Has your business given you an equipment budget? Does your budget include operators? Does your budget include regular maintenance costs too?

When you understand these project scope requirements, it can help clarity what large front-end loader is best for you.

Goscor Earth Moving provides a wide range of front-end loaders and rigid dump trucks that will meet your needs. We also offer the best quality customer service and support so that you can be sure you’re making the right purchase for your business.

Contact us today or request a quote now.

How to use front-end loader machines?

A front-end loader is a heavy-duty earthmoving machine that requires a skilled and certified operator to drive and operate it. When considering a front-end loader for your project needs, consider a skilled operator for the machine too.

Does a front-end loader machine require monthly service?

Regular maintenance and servicing are key to the excellent running of a machine like a front-end loader. At Goscor Earthmoving Equipment, we offer servicing and maintenance plans as part of our sales offering.

Who is allowed to operate a front-loader end machine?

Only skilled, certified operators should operate heavy-duty machinery like front-end loaders to ensure maximum safety and output.

Which front loader is most suitable for digging holes?

Most front-end loaders are designed to dig and excavate. Chat to the experts at Goscor Earthmoving Equipment for front-end loaders to meet your project requirements.

What is the difference between a wheel loader and a front-end loader?

Some front-end loaders are driven on tracks or can be driven on wheels, where wheel loaders are only driven on wheels.