Skip loaders play an essential role in many businesses, often being the backbone of day-to-day functions. However, once you realise you need a skip loader, you’ll soon discover that there is a wide range of models, each of which is fantastic for different jobs. Choosing the correct model comes down to knowing what features will best suit your business, whether it be construction, waste management or something else. Let’s take a look at the features and advantages of each model of skip loader.
DS 40s
The ideal solution for any business that needs a durable, yet versatile, vehicle to manoeuvre around tight areas or low overheads. These models are great for worksites, construction and picking up skips from tricky-to-reach places.
Top features:
- Ease of use
- Lifting capacity of 4,000 kg
- 3.85 m deck
- Low folded arms
Best applications for this skip loader type:
- Tight building site spaces
- Inner-city projects
- Ideal for tasks
DS 40 Bi-Fold
Similar to the DS 40s, but equipped with bi-fold arms. A great compact solution for tight areas where a larger vehicle would struggle, yet with the load capacity that other equipment lacks.
Top features:
- Bi-fold arms
- 4,000 kg lifting capacity
- 3.85 m deck
Best applications for this skip loader type:
- Ideal for inner-city work
- Picking up skip bins in suburban areas
- Construction site, especially in areas where larger vehicles won’t fit
DS 60s
A great mid-size option that has the benefits of a compact vehicle, while still having a lifting capacity of 6,000 kg. Perfect for any business that needs to deal with a wide range of locations, especially if you can’t predict where you’ll be going (for example, you rent a skip bin to a home for a week).
Top features:
- Lifting capacity of 6,000 kg
- Tough yet agile
- 4.2 decks
- Perfect f0r 4–6 m³ bins
Best applications for this skip loader type:
- Great for waste management
- For any business where you’ll be carrying heavy loads
DS 80s
A favourite in both the waste management and recycling service industries, the DS 80s has become a benchmark mid-size skip loader for various businesses. Its impressive lifting capacity of 8,000 kg makes it more than sufficient for a wide range of jobs.
Top features:
- Lifting capacity of 8,000 kg
- Tough yet easy to work around tight spaces
- 4.3 m deck length
- Suits either 1 × 8 m³ or 2 × 2 m³ bins
Best applications for this skip loader type:
- A popular choice for the waste and recycling industries
- Versatility means it can handle smaller spots
- Easy to turn makes tight areas a breeze
DS 120s-S
Need something with a little extra capacity without being enormous? The West-Trans DS 120s-S is a great middle-of-the-range model and has become a standard in the skip loader industry. Of the skip loaders we manufacture, it is a favourite among our customers due to its familiarity and versatility. It is ideal for a wide range of tasks.
Top features:
- Lifting capacity of 12,000 kg
- Sliding stabiliser legs
- 4.3 m deck length
- A choice of either 1 × 8 m³ or 2 × 2 m³ bins
Best applications for this skip loader type:
- An industry standard for waste management
- Construction
- Recycling services
DS 120s-P
This model could be seen as the more powerful sibling to the DS 120s-S model. With extra horsepower for businesses that need that extra acceleration and speed, this model has a robust framework and impressive lifting power to get the job done.
Top features:
- Lifting capacity of 12,000 kg
- Sliding stabiliser legs
- 4.3 m deck length.
- A choice of either 1 × 8 m³ or 2 × 2 m³ bins
Best applications for this skip loader type:
- An industry standard for waste management
- Construction
- Recycling services
MXS-150
The largest model available from West-Trans Equipment, the MXS-150 has the capacity to handle even the heaviest load. A heavy-duty, durable vehicle with an impressive lifting capacity of 15,000 kg, this skip loader is ideal for maximising efficiency in waste management and recycling industries.
Top features:
- Lifting capacity of 15,000 kg, well above industry standards
- 5 m deck
- Up to 12 m³ bins
- Can be customised to have a deck size of up to 6.4 m
Best applications for this skip loader type:
- Waste management
- Recycling services
- Businesses that need to carry very large loads for maximum efficiency
West-Trans Equipment is the only name you need to remember for all your skip loader needs. Whether you’re looking to purchase skip loader components, spare parts or a new vehicle, our expert team covers it all. For any inquiries or to discuss the best skip loader for you, get in touch with us today.