Your Guide to Buying an Excavator
Excavators are robust machines that help you dig trenches or holes, handle bulky material, and lift and place pipes at your construction site. In addition, you can attach a variety of different implements with your machine to make it suitable for tackling your forestry and other landscaping projects.
If you’re thinking about buying an excavator, but you’re unsure where to begin, you have arrived at the right place. As your local equipment dealer, we at Bobcat® of New Hampshire have created this guide to highlight a few points you’ll need to consider when purchasing a new excavator. Read on to learn more, and for more information, connect with our experts at one of our dealerships in Chichester or Hudson, NH. We’re happy to welcome our friends from Manchester and Nashua, so stop in today.
The Ideal Excavator Size
Before you make an investment in a new excavator, you’ll need to determine whether a large machine, a compact model, or something in between will be ideal for you. Being aware of the size you want to go with helps save your time and effort, as you can eliminate the models that likely won’t work for you.
There are a few ways to determine the perfect size.
The Work Area
Large excavators are perfect for operating over large areas of land with plenty of space for maneuvering. However, for using your model in a compact space, you’ll want to go with a smaller machine like a mini-excavator instead.
The Materials
If you need your excavator to handle large and heavy payloads, you’ll want to opt for a big excavator with a sturdy base. To make smaller trenches or tackle light landscaping work, you'll find that a compact model is a better fit.
The Perfect Excavator Engine Capacity
To buy an excavator according to the specific engine capacity, you’ll need to consider the type of projects you want it to tackle, the terrain at your worksite, and your budget.
The Bucket Size
Another crucial factor affecting your final decision to buy an excavator is the bucket size. If you want a flexible model that can handle a variety of different bucket sizes, you’ll want to get a machine designed for this. Let our experts at Bobcat of New Hampshire know of your requirements, and we can suggest models that suit you.
The Budget
Finally, you’ll want to think about how much money you can spend on getting an excavator. This will help you narrow down your choices to models in your affordable category and avoid getting carried away with those beyond your budget. You’ll want to strike a balance where you can avoid overspending for buying features you will likely never use or underspending and having to put up with decreased performance and output.
If you have no problem going with an older model, you can consider buying one from the past year. These machines will likely come with a lower price tag than the latest models.
We hope this guide helps you purchase the perfect excavator for your tasks. If you have any concerns or need help selecting a machine that matches your budget and requirements, come down to Bobcat of New Hampshire. Our knowledgeable staff can answer your questions about the brand and model ideal for you. We are in Chichester and Hudson, NH, and we proudly serve those from Manchester and Nashua.