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Stand-on Mini Skid Steers: “A Real Workhorse on Any Jobsite”

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Updated May 8, 2024

Why are mini skid steers, compact tool carriers, compact utility loaders â€“ or whatever you want to call them – so popular?

Their manufacturers’ product managers cite the smaller dimensions and overall versatility as the primary reasons these machines are highly sought after for any environment.

With their track system, compact utility loaders cause minimal ground disturbance. And they can operate a wide range of tools.

"CULs are so versatile and offer multiple attachments, they function as a real workhorse on any jobsite," says Kyle Cartwright, Toro product marketing manager.

Even with a bucket attachment, they can move all types of material and perform small grading and clearing tasks.

“They can handle many jobs that used to be performed by hand, such as demolition, carrying materials, and digging trenches,” Cartwright says.

worker on Vermeer CTX160 mini track loaderVermeerOver the past five years, the mini skid steer market has seemingly boomed with new models, including battery-powered options, being launched by Case, Wacker Neuson, Dixie Chopper, Volteq, Kubota and others.