When a dangerously dangling branch threatens life and limb, who are you going to call? In Perth, authorities like Main Roads, Western Power and local councils call Randle Beavis of Specialised Tree Services.

Pruning and tree removal means there are large logs to remove from site, without any collateral damage. “We had tried using skid steers of various types but all they do is rip up pavers and people’s lawn and it was costing us time and money to repair the damage,” Randle explains.

To avoid such damage, Randle opted for an articulated loader instead. “Cameron Moir and Boya Equipment brought a Schaffer loader up to our worksite and did a demonstration with us with the mini loaders side by side. That made us realise that the Schaffer mini loader was that far ahead of the competitor, so we bought the Schaffer.”

Randle says he saved $15,000 on the Schaffer deal compared to the competitor’s brand.

A year down the track, Randle is still very happy with his Schaffer 2026 compact articulated loader, saying it saves time and money while productivity is greater.

TEC SPEC

Engine

Kubota D1105 – 26 hp

Speed

15 km/hr

Operating weight

Including general purpose bucket – from 1,500 kg

Operating load

General purpose bucket (50 per cent of fully articulated load) – 350 kg;

pallet forks, even terrain – 400 kg;

pallet forks, rough terrain – 300 kg

Tipping load

Straight – 900kg