they are great machines once your used to them. My buddy can't keep them on his lot, sells them before then can even make it to his yard. They are starting to take off here in the US. Does pretty good in general, handle to be able to use a fork or skid bucket, but still have the excavator too. And the best part is they are quick moving around the jobsite, not like a regular mini ex.
That is a crazy little machine! I like the skid steer drive idea but not sure I could handle the rest. Would take some getting use too. Thanks for sharing
I said the same thing watching the rookie do it then chris looked like he understood it rest on blade helps support it during push and allows it to roll with it as you curl and dump to keep level
The problem is such an innovating machine like this with so many different functions absolutely needs an operator to take you through the optimal ways to use it. At first looks to me it is awesome and I would love to see what they can really do!
letsdig18, thanks for all the vids, was looking at one of these and seeing you guys run them I bought an 8 MCR and love it thanks for helping me get off the fence good health and good help to you and yours!!
This thing is pretty cool I didn’t expect it to be that good, it needs more weight in the ass end tho would be best for contractors building houses all the time
joshua12345676 i can clearly see that, all I’m saying is if they want to market it to a building contractor it would be much better if there was more weight on the ass end to compete with a skid steer otherwise they won’t be getting rid of their skid steer they have now to go to something that has a hard time with a bucket full of dirt, they more then likely make bigger machines but then you are looking at buying a new trailer to move it which around here is about 20g extra or paying someone 500 bucks to move it 30-60 minutes distance
Good for contractors who do small jobs like culvert pipes for driveways and small clearing and such also. If it was refined I think it would be a pretty good machine.
When it starts tipping they generally have the load well out in front of them. Also taking huge bites with it. A big reason the skid steer does well is because of the load staying very close to the machine.
joshua12345676 oh I know that I’m just saying a bit more weight on the ass end would help out, I showed my contractor I work for this machine and he said it needs more weight on the ass end, there are plenty on things he could do with it that his skid steer can’t
Seems like it would have some trouble loading a truck with the big bucket on it. Also looks like a good tool for working in tight quarters or right up against buildings. I bet a few contractors who do basement waterproofing or pipe work on old houses and buildings would love it.
agree....although I wouldn't put an employee in it next to a foundation/house for a good long while.....I bet new operators would be better than seasoned as muscle memory can really bite you on some of this new equipment.
When used as skidsteer, blade must be lifted all the way up, boom folded completely, and rollers on back of bucket rested against blade. This way mimics skidsteer design and forces on bucket are transferred to blade and frame of machine, rather than through the boom, thus causing harsh wear on boom, cylinders, and hydraulic lines. Or take the 5 minutes to read the manual and learn proper operation techniques for such a unique machine.
@@bradh74 it's for loading the bucket only dude, not for dumping it once its loaded. Of course he is referring to when the bucket is facing forward like a skid steer aka the wide bucket that faces away from the operator. Look at 7:45 the blade needs to rest on the back of the bucket to keep the majority of the force push against the blade and frame not the boom arm itself
Love the idea of what the manufacturer is doing. Would take a lot of time to get used to it . Very nifty when you do get the hang of it. 2 for 1 type of deal
I see some comments about this machine doing a lot of jobs but none of them well, that is the same thing I heard about a mini skid steer when they first came out.
@@floflo8018 why not? Didn't you just read the comment you are responding to.? LOL. This thing, in time, could very well replace a loader. When skid steers first came out they were nice but had many draw backs. Also had very little attachments. Now they have all the bells and whistles.
It's what they've always said about a loader/backhoe. It is true, but I had nothing but a loader/backhoe for many years and it sure was a lot better than nothing when I could never have afforded two machines.
@@mattmc121 backhoe loaders are made cheap. Coming from a mechanic who has work on em a bit. Companies like CAT make their own parts, however the backhoes are a mess of different parts from different companies
Don't let this video give you the wrong idea of how great of a machine the MCR is and what it can do for you! I work for an equipment dealer and sell these machines everyday. I can tell you from 3+ years experience in selling these machines that the learning curve is incredibly easy. With proper training, and a knowledgeable sales rep, a novice operator or seasoned veteran can be comfortable and making the machine dance in less than 4 hours.
I couldn’t imagine that thing having much break out force using a skid steer bucket to dig. I’d be interesting to see somebody who’s schooled on one and really adept run it though.
the wheeled ones are nifty as heck. pull a trailer with all the attachments you need for the job. and of have oil quick or something like that you dont need to get out of the cab when changing them. rototilt also of course you have on them.
That is awesome, its quick and sure its different so going to have a learning curve but that bend in the arm is killer, granted know I don't know about the other one Tim was in but the show of the one you were in looked real good to me
The Koehring Skooper is considered the first heavy-duty hydraulic front shovel machine in the American market, but where did the idea come from? May 21, 2015 Thomas Berry A Koehring 205 Skooper used cables for hoisting and hydraulics for bucket reach, breakout and dump. A Koehring 205 Skooper used cables for hoisting and hydraulics for bucket reach, breakout and dump. The Skooper line originated in 1957 with the model 205. Rated at two yards capacity, it was substantially larger than other such machines of the time, and its 1957 introduction made it the first American-made hydraulic shovel.
I've never run one, but I think when used as a skid steer the blade should be all the way up and the support/wheels at the rear of the bucket should be against the face of the blade which would allow the bucket to curl up and down to adjust grade just as you would with a skid steer.
Yes, I think he's in skid steer mode with the button but still using it like it's in excavator mode. (I thought the boom was supposed to act like a skid steer when in that mode).? EDIT: You could get by maybe for a very small job. But, I would rather have the excavator and a separate skid steer machine. That machine can barely pick up that skid steer bucket full of dirt without tipping over. No Thanks.
I think having the skid steer drive function on a switch would be great since a lot of minis are very hard for big guys like myself to use the foot pedals but I think I could do with out the rest of the features.... the old saying figure out what your good at and stick with it. Love the videos.
That swivel boom could reach around back side of trees or a trench against a foundation , etc. I need a mini-ex with a dozer on both ends. Better on steep roads.
Wow. The left/right pivot on the boom. Not seen these in Australia yet, and it's March 2021. If it's good quality, I hope it does well. It looks to be a really versatile machine. Initially I thought the skid steer bucket wasn't all that useful. I've changed my mind. This machine could be really useful.
So it can dig a ditch, grade with the blade, load a truck, and get around fast... seems pretty cool and useful might not be better than an actually skid steer or mini but this has hella potential
Yes its better than a 299d2 as a skidsteer. I've used both, the 299 extensively, and once familiar with a mecalacs mode of operation it is hugely productive.
It’s about time someone put the pivot out there where you can effectively trench along side of an obstacle. This machine would be great for a small landscaping company, especially in tight areas
Look at Takeuchi FR models... the boom swing is pretty nifty on those! Moves the base of the boom left and right. Not like a slide set up on a back hoe loader though
Highstranger951 Yeah I don’t think they’re very common as I’ve on seen one about 2 years ago. I had a chance to operate it for a couple hours. It definitely was pretty handy, I had to excavate a shallow trench up against a wall
I did that 40 years ago with a John Deere 310 backhoe. Dumping rock into the drain field runs was difficult in small yards. I had to dig up some orange trees once to finish a job. the land owner was not happy. This machine would make it a breeze. The advantage over a mini excavator is it travels fast.
I think the Diverto and the Menzi Muck are two cool machines. I like the extra reach for the bucket and tilt /swing ability. Might be good for a mower to get under trees, running an auger, trencher. Would be nice to have a standard set of attachments. Side entrance and visibility is nice. What's the max lift height, is it at least 10' for loading trucks? How deep of a hole can you dig? What's the break out force?
This would be a good plumbing company set up for emergency school's and temporary buildings because of the ability to do multiple things when you're working around several other contractors
Looks like there miss the turning knuckle. Would sure make it more useful. So that way you could flip the bucket and fill and level by pulling towards the machine.
Dug around my old house some years ago to install new drain pipes. I'm sure it would get done without a rotortilt on the machine hehe, but man, so much faster, easier and cleaner.
Looks like a 35d on steroids. Fast track obviously and looks like it could use some more counter weight. Hard one to wrap my head around but once mastered, has a ton of potential. Thanks for the video Chris.
Hi, always cool, see your work & your machines :) Something I noticed is that when the camera saves movies to memory, you get a delay / slow motion for a few seconds! It's probably because your memory you save is too slow. Otherwise, everything is so good and enjoyable to follow! Hade!
Hey, im 16 Years old and im working in a company that wotks together with Mecalac so we sell them too. I know everything of all Machines and love that you tried them. I think its the 8 mcr you are in right? My personnaly favorite is the new 9 MWR you need to try it when you have the chance! They are not to complicated if you worked a bit with them, they are really flexible and compact but strong i just love it that you tried them
An adapter to make your bucket rotate on regular mini, looks like it would do everything this machine does. In order to do what a skid loader could do, I would expect it to have a standard bucket connector, a faster travel speed
