Skid Steer Loaders

Pricing for skid steer loaders, including CAT models, typically ranges from $12,000 to $40,000 depending on size, hours, and configuration. Rental rates run $300-$450 per day or $900-$1,350 per week. Contact us for current CAT 257D pricing and financing or rental options tailored to your project.

Caterpillar's largest skid steer models, such as the 272D3 XE, offer operating capacities exceeding 3,650 lbs and higher horsepower for heavy-duty applications. Our current inventory features the CAT 257D, a mid-size compact track loader with a 3,100 lb rated operating capacity, ideal for versatile jobsite work.

Caterpillar manufactures most of its skid steer and compact track loaders at its facility in Sanford, North Carolina, USA. This domestic production supports Tier 4 Final emissions compliance and consistent quality control across the CAT compact equipment lineup, including models like the 257D available through our fleet.

Our skid steers support a wide range of attachments including buckets, forks, augers, sweepers, brush cutters, and grapples. Vertical lift hydraulics and standard or high-flow options allow quick attachment changes, so one machine can handle material handling, digging, brush removal, and site cleanup on the same job.

The CAT 257D offers a 74 hp engine, 9,000 lb operating weight, and 3,100 lb rated capacity, while the John Deere 318G runs a 65 hp Yanmar engine at roughly 6,542 lbs with a 1,945 lb capacity. The CAT suits heavier loads; the 318G is lighter and more maneuverable for tighter sites.

No, a commercial driver's license is not required to operate a skid steer loader for most homeowner or contractor projects. However, operators should be familiar with the ROPS-certified cab controls and safety procedures, and larger commercial operations may require site-specific certifications or training.