Wheel loaders are the most used construction equipment in the construction industry, mainly for moving materials from the surface and loading them in dump trucks. All wheel loaders are consisted of a big bucket at the front, fastened to the end of the two booms and it is used for picking up and loading materials. Whether you are stabilizing material for some future utilities or doing demolition, you need to have the right wheel loader if you want to save valuable time and money. The key to buying the right wheel loader is knowing the application you plan to use it for. This way you will be able to choose a machine that delivers capacity and durability. Below is a checklist of the most important factors you should take into account when choosing the right wheel loader.

Choose The Right Bucket – The right wheel loader bucket, with adequate dump height and lift capacity, will reduce the number of passes needed to fill dump trucks. It is important to determine your daily tasks and then select a bucket for your machine. Also, look at the density of the material. Contractors who work with different materials (one day with sand, the next one with rocks, etc.) should choose the bucket that is able to handle the heaviest materials.

Know What Kind Of Attachments You Need – To get the most productivity from a wheel loader you need to which attachments you will use. Most manufacturers point out which attachments are recommended for your machine and some even give few with the purchase of the machine. Anyways, the attachments increase the efficiency and productivity, but only when matched with the right machines. In addition, right attachments increase the versatility of the wheel loaders.

Do Not Ignore The Design – Impeccable design significantly increases the reliability of wheel loaders. It is of great importance for these machines to be durable, because they perform heavy-duty jobs. Because of this, these machines are designed to protect hydraulic hoses and other important components. A few additional precautions may be included as well, such as shields for the front lights and glass and under guards.

Pay Attention To The Power And Efficiency Drive Productivity – The horsepower and lifting capacity are the two most common metrics to define the productivity of wheel loaders. Optimal hydraulic performance improves the cycle time, which leads to increased productivity. Also, the breakout force on construction jobs directly affects productivity. The easier the wheel loader fills a bucket, the higher the productivity rate.