Mrs. Suggested that we might consider a Mini-Excavator in our future.

[ovrszd]

He didn’t specify what size but my KX-040 is still well within the mini category.

What is it worth?

 

[ovrszd]

Yes, I sold the M59 not long after I got the 40. I bought a Deere 410 after that and I’ve since sold it too.

Dang it, I'm way behind....

 

[ovrszd]

They are not cheap. I think it was a little less than 50 K with various buckets and options. Surprisingly used ones don't come down that much in price. Having cab with AC and heat was a must for me and that adds $$

So to get your capabilities the OP needs to look at a $50K investment.

 

[4570Man]

Oh, I thought you meant large logs. A mini will lift those.

This log would be at the top end if not above his mills capacity and my mini can lift it at half radius. I could probably do 3/4 reach off the end. My L3800 wouldn’t lift that log off the ground at all.

 

[4570Man]

What is it worth?

Mid 40s. You might get lucky and find a kx121 without a cab which is basically the same thing in the 25k range.

 

[scaredychicken]

well KilroyJC, your Mrs. is A KEEPER <3

 

[4570Man]

Cost becomes a huge factor in this equation. For me, I'll keep my TLB.

An older full size backhoe absolutely wins the less money spent comparison. And for a homeowner that’s likely a good option. But when the comparison shifts to getting work done with less emphasis on cost the the mini and CTL win by a significant margin.

 

[KilroyJC]

Maybe I misunderstood, but I don't think the OP is looking at a mini that big?

Well, if someone were going to give me a REALLY good deal. . .

 

[KilroyJC]

Oh, I thought you meant large logs. A mini will lift those.

I think the biggest I would need to move is 30” dia by 14’ length

 

[KilroyJC]

They are not cheap. I think it was a little less than 50 K with various buckets and options. Surprisingly used ones don't come down that much in price. Having cab with AC and heat was a must for me and that adds $$

I am a glutton for punishment - all I need is a ROPS