Skid Steer Loaders

Explore Cat^® Skid Steer Rentals in California

Our extensive skid steer rentals are available in various sizes and configurations to meet the demands of any earthmoving job. Fitted with the latest productivity and safety technology, our solutions offer:

• Ability to work in confined spaces: With zero-turn capabilities, you can take this powerful machine into areas where larger equipment cannot go. Easily navigate through gates, work inside buildings or maneuver crowded jobsites.
• Wheels or tracks: Master any terrain with wheel or track options. Wheels are ideal for moving quickly and efficiently on hard surfaces, while tracks provide superior traction and stability in muddy, uneven or soft terrain.
• Optimized lifting: Skid steer loaders offer the choice of two lift paths — vertical and radial. Vertical lift provides maximum height and capacity, making it suitable for loading high-sided trucks and stacking materials. Radial lift offers better forward reach at mid-height, providing an advantage when digging and backfilling.
• Operator comfort and visibility: Our skid steer cabs minimize operator fatigue, allowing them to work longer and more effectively. They also get a proper sightline to the attachment and the surrounding area, enhancing safety and precision.

Skid Steer Loader Use Cases

A skid steer is a versatile piece of earthmoving equipment suitable for diverse applications and terrains, ranging from construction and landscaping to agriculture and roadwork.

• Agriculture: Farms use skid steer loaders to clean stalls, handle bales, dig holes for fence posts and mix feed.
• Construction and demolition: On construction sites, skid steer loaders move materials, grade, dig foundations and excavate. The compact models can operate inside buildings to demolish walls and haul away debris.
• Landscaping and ground maintenance: These machines clear brush, till soil and move materials in landscaping projects. With attachments like mowers and snow blowers, skid steers are ideal for ground maintenance and snow removal.
• Roadwork: Skid steers assist in building and maintaining roads. They mill pavements, patch asphalt and mix cement with specialized attachments.

How to Choose a Skid Steer Rental

When selecting a skid steer loader, focus on matching the machine’s specifications to your project:

• Size and capacity: Check the size and the rated operating capacity. For jobsites with tight spaces, a smaller frame skid steer is ideal, while heavy lifting tasks call for a larger model with a higher horsepower.
• Lift path: Consider the machine’s lift arm design. Choose the radial lift for ground-level work and the vertical lift for greater lifting capacity.
• Jobsite terrain: Rent a wheeled or tracked skid steer loader to match your project. Selecting the right skid steer promotes productivity and reduces delays.
• Attachments and hydraulic flow: Identify the attachments you’ll need to rent a complete solution to meet project requirements. Also, ensure that the equipment features the hydraulic flow necessary to power those attachments.