New Holland L180 series -looking for feedback - Machine Underground -Tractor & Commercial Equipment Discussion Forum

**Ducati996** · 11-23-2007, 02:02 PM

Starting to look at the mid size skid steer line, and glanced over the new Holland L180 series which seems to have great specifications (need to handle pallets), load up a tri-axle truck, etc...initial quote was $28 -29k
I was wondering if anybody has any experience with New Holland.
I will be looking at Deere and others ASAP as well..

Duc

**LoneCowboy** · 11-23-2007, 02:14 PM

Always liked New Holland SS's. Run them for years in the 90's and tried out a L150 earlier this year.
NH's seem to be longer than other ones, it makes them ride a LOT better.
I think their operator platforms are comfortable and they have good hydralics and are powerful
The L180 is quite a bit bigger than the L175, if you can deal with the smaller capacity, it will go quite a bit more places.

**Ducati996** · 11-23-2007, 03:12 PM

Thanks Brian that is great feedback - The basic across the board criteria is to be able to handle pallets 2500 to 2900 lbs best guess, and if the size or model cant then, I cant consider it. I will give more specifics or even a basic review if im able to really test out some models. of course being nimble is a plus as well, always a trade off I suppose...

**LoneCowboy** · 11-23-2007, 06:09 PM

yeah, you need the 180 then to handle that kind of weight.
it basically sticks you in a 6' wide SS.
But again, i really do like the NH skid steers, go try some over bumpy ground, and you'll see.