Mucking out and stable cleaning are the types of jobs that can’t be neglected, but nobody particularly enjoys doing them. As with many areas of farm work, the adage ‘work smarter, not harder’ applies. In this article, we’ll take a look at two choices of loading equipment that we feel are superb options when it comes to streamlining your mucking out work. In fact, once you’ve used one you’ll wonder how you ever did without them.
The Kubota RT100 Loader
Ideal for Mucking Out in Tight Spaces
Farm buildings, by their very nature, can be cramped and awkward to maneuver machinery in. However, thanks to its pivoting articulation ability, tight spaces simply aren’t a problem for the Kubota RT100 Loader; it can articulate 40° and has an oscillating angle of 4.5°. This makes it ideal for mucking and stabling work in constricted spaces, without fear of damaging property, the equipment itself, or anyone involved in the mucking out process. It has a lift height of up to 2.98m and an operating capacity of between 0.325t and 0.75t depending upon the load centre with pallet forks.
Tilting Steering Position
The versatility of the Kubotra RT100 Loader extends to operator comfort, with an adjustable tilting steering position so they can choose the most comfortable and practical position appropriate to the job in question. Combined with the articulation ability discussed above, this makes for a highly versatile loader ideal for mucking jobs that require a bit of finesse.
An Ideal Loader for Mucking Operations in Dark Conditions
Even on the brightest of days, cramped farm buildings and stables can make for very dark working environments. However, darkness isn’t an issue for the Kubota RT100 Loader. A working light is fitted on the lifting arm as standard, and up to 5 additional working lights (LED or halogen) can be fitted to the loader. Road lights can also be fitted if required.
The Manitou MT625 H Compact Telehandler
Ideal for Lifting at Lower Heights and Compact
The Manitou MT625 H Compact Telehandler is designed to work at lower heights, which is ideal when it comes to mucking out and stable cleaning work. Only 1.8m wide and 2m high, it’s also highly suited to working in constricted areas such as stables and other farm buildings. Its size does not compromise its capabilities, with a maximum lift height of 5.85 and a lifting capacity of 2.5t
A Telehandler With Great Maneuverability & Control
With a 3.3m turning radius and three steering modes, the Manitou MT625 H Compact Telehandler gives excellent maneuverability for working in tight spaces as is often the case when carrying out mucking work. Precise load positioning and progressive control are granted through its hydrostatic transmission, another boon when mucking out in a tight space. Again, another great option for lifting jobs on farms that require finesse.
A Highly Versatile Piece of Lifting Equipment
Simultaneous movement of the boom and telescope is enabled by the MT625 H’s90 l gear pump, giving great flexibility and versatility when carrying out mucking work on farms. All machine functions can be operated from the JSM-equipped joystick, which is designed with ease of use in mind.
Both of these models are available for hire from our showroom in Enniscorthy, Co Wexford. The Power Plant Hire team has been hiring out plant equipment for decades, across the counties of Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny, Carlow, and Wicklow. If you’re interested in hiring a telehandler for mucking out work on your farm or would like to discuss other options for machinery hire, call them today at 053 923 5003 or email sales@powerplant.ie.
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