Small skid steer for sale stand as compact, flexible construction machines built to handle tight job sites that large wheel loaders cannot access. These mini loaders rely on independent left and right wheel drive systems to complete zero-radius turning, making them ideal for indoor renovation, residential yard work, narrow alley construction, and small farm land management. Each unit combines a powerful hydraulic drive system with an attachable front bucket to finish digging, hauling, dumping, and leveling tasks all in one machine. Unlike bulky heavy equipment, this compact machinery keeps a small footprint while retaining stable load-bearing performance, so operators can move freely between narrow building gaps, garden paths, and warehouse aisles. For more details about these machines, please feel free to get in touch with us.
Technical Specifications of the Small Skid Steer for Sale
| Model | YGW45 | YGW65 | YGT50 | YGT65 |
| Operating load (kg) | 700 | 1050 | 700 | 1000 |
| Max Speed(km/h) | 10 | 10 | 10 | 12 |
| Rated flux (L/min) | 80 | 89 | 80 | 89 |
| Rated power (kw) | 36.7 | 55 | 45 | 55 |
| Fuel tank capacity (L) | 70 | 75 | 50 | 90 |
| Self-weight bucket (kg) | 3766 | 4498 | 4074 | 5024 |
| Bucket capacity (m³) | 0.4 | 0.5 | 0.4 | 0.5 |
| Overall operating height (mm) | 3560 | 3850 | 3660 | 3900 |
| Height to bucket hinge pin (mm) | 2765 | 3020 | 2730 | 2970 |
| Height to top of cab (mm) | 2230 | 2295 | 2349 | 2409 |
| Height to bottom of level bucket(mm) | 2909 | 2862 | 2500 | 2790 |
| Without bucket length(mm) | 2325 | 2527 | 2170 | 2450 |
| Overall length with bucket(mm) | 3276 | 3428 | 3150 | 3400 |
| Dumping angle at maximum height(° ) | 37.5 | 32 | 40 | 40 |
| Dumping height(mm) | 2342 | 2410 | 1990 | 2270 |
| Dumping reach(mm) | 550 | 850 | 1040 | 1120 |
| Rollback of bucket on ground(° ) | 20.5 | 23 | 30 | 30 |
| Rollback of bucket at full height(° ) | 96.5 | 95 | 100 | 100 |
| Wheelbase(mm) | 991 | 1074 | 1230 | 1500 |
| Ground clearance(mm) | 185 | 205 | 230 | 200 |
| Angle of departure(° ) | 20 | 20 | 18.5 | 18.5 |
| Front turning radius without bucket(mm) | 1188 | 1320.5 | 1064 | 1230 |
| Front tuning radius(mm) | 2030 | 2095 | 1825 | 2010 |
| Rear tuning radius(mm) | 1630 | 1680 | 1264 | 1720 |
| Rear axle to bumper (mm) | 929 | 1057 | 590 | 730 |
| Tread width (mm) | 1462.5 | 1498 | 1022 | 1482 |
| Width (mm) | 1726.5 | 1805 | 1422 | 1782 |
| Bucket width (mm) | 1727 | 1828 | 1727 | 1828 |
Why Choose the Small Skid Steer?
Small skid steer for sale has become the workhorse of construction sites, agricultural operations, and landscaping projects. Their compact footprint, remarkable maneuverability, and versatility with attachments make them indispensable. It operates on a rigid frame with wheels that are mechanically locked to each side. Turning is achieved by driving the wheels on one side forward while the opposite side reverses or remains stationary—hence the term “skid” steering. This design offers a distinct advantage: the machine’s pivot point is effectively the center of its wheelbase, allowing it to turn 360 degrees within its own length. For operators working in confined urban environments, narrow agricultural pathways, or crowded material yards, this zero-radius turning capability isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity. The design also translates to exceptional stability during lifting and dumping, as the machine’s center of gravity remains low and centered.
Compact Skid Steer Offers Big Performance in a Small Size
When you look for a small skid steer for sale, perhaps you want a machine that gives you maximum output without taking up too much space. Our models deliver that balance. The YGW45 and YGT50 have bucket capacities of 0.4 m³, while the YGW65 and YGT65 hold 0.5 m³ – perfect for moving loads quickly. Dumping heights reach up to 2410 mm, and the dumping reach gives you flexibility when placing material. Rollback angles are generous to reduce spillage. Ground clearance is enough for rough terrain. Turning radius is tight, so you can spin around in narrow aisles. The small skid steer in this lineup also features strong hydraulic power to run various attachments. With stable wheelbases, these loaders stay balanced even on uneven ground. Whether you are a seasoned operator or a first-time buyer, you will appreciate how intuitive the controls feel.
How Does a Skid Steer Actually Work?
Instead of turning the front wheels like a car, this loader uses independent hydraulic motors for the left and right wheels. When you push both drive levers forward, all wheels spin at the same speed and the machine goes straight. To turn left, you slow down or reverse the left-side wheels while the right side keeps moving forward – the machine literally skids or drags its wheels sideways around a pivot point. That is why it leaves slight marks on soft ground, but it also gives you a zero-turn radius that no conventional loader can match. The engine sends power to a hydraulic pump, which feeds pressurised oil to the wheel motors and the lift arms. You control the boom and bucket with two more levers or joysticks, raising, lowering, tilting, and curling the attachment smoothly.
Where Can You Put These Loaders to Work?
- On a residential construction site, the small skid steer for sale carries bricks, mortar, and roofing materials right up to the scaffold.
- On a farm, it cleans out animal stalls, moves hay bales, and spreads gravel on muddy pathways.
- Landscapers use it to grade soil, lay sod, and haul mulch around large gardens.
- In winter, fit a snow blade or blower, and the same machine clears driveways and parking lots.
- For demolition jobs, a grapple bucket lets you pick up broken concrete and twisted rebar without leaving the cab.
- Municipal crews rely on these loaders for park maintenance, sign installation, and drainage ditch cleaning.
- Even warehouses and factories use them with carpet rollers or floor scrapers to maintain indoor surfaces.
Advantages of Choosing Our Small Skid Steer for Sale
First, we use high-grade steel for the main frame and boom, so they resist twisting and cracking even after years of heavy use.
Second, our engines meet strict emission standards while delivering rated power from 36.7 kW up to 55 kW – enough to tackle dense materials without bogging down.
Third, the cab is pressurised and sealed against dust, with a seat that reduces back pain during long shifts.
Compact Skid Steer Loader for Sale in YG Machinery and Contact Us Today
Besides the four core compact skid steer variants listed on our website, we supply a full line of matching auxiliary attachments to expand your machine’s working functions, including grapple buckets, snow removal blades, soil augers, and pallet fork tools for multi-scene use. Each attachment connects to the front hydraulic port in minutes without complicated modification work, letting one base machine switch between digging, snow clearing, material lifting, and tree digging tasks on demand. If you are looking for this machine to improve working efficiency, welcome to contact us. We will reply to you as soon as possible and provide the proper solution according to your requirements.
