Chinese Mini Skid Steer First Thoughts & Overview. Is it good?

[@Drop_N_Chop_LLC]

all of my Chinese stuff actually has wowed me in many ways! I haven't had anything break and it's good quality.

[@OurLifeInTrees]

I’m impressed so far. I’ve had a mini excavator for over a year and it’s awesome as well.

[@0my]

Now the Chinese stuff is good and the Vietnam stuff should be avoided, lol. Snow blower attachment?

[@remix-yy1hs]

​@@0my😂😂😂

[@Dexian-j9m]

How many hours have you put during this time period and how many times have the tracks fallen off? ​@OurLifeInTrees

[@OurLifeInTrees]

@@0myThey have a snowblower attachment but I didn’t order it as it’s not very useful in Oklahoma.

[@tracywagoner4907]

Thanks for the updates. Please keep them coming. The deer wandering in your yard are awesome to see. We love it when the deer and turkeys hang out

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Yeah, agreed! We have gotten the deer comfortable enough with us that we can feed them about 10 feet away. A couple of them walk up to us and wait for us to throw food now. lol. We occasionally see turkeys here, but that’s pretty rare. Thanks for watching, hopefully it’s helpful and entertaining.

[@yayinternets]

Thanks for posting this. This machine looks like it has a way better build quality than any of the others I've seen on here. Much more thoughtfully designed as well. Seems like it might be a good middle ground between one of the big brands, but also not an auction special. Subscribed to see the future videos, well done!

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Thank you. I agree and that’s why I bought it. Way too many horror stories from others about the cheap auction units. I can’t afford the name brand American machines. Maybe this one is the right one for the average person.

[@stvdmc2011]

wow...what great collection of toys...any DIYer out there will jealous.

[@OurLifeInTrees]

It sure makes like easier! Thanks.

[@KUBBI7488]

I have same one !!! Best gas mini skid steer! Engine bay is very accessible and easy to reach to anything!

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Agreed. Next is a V1000 for me. lol.

[@beezytalkingshit9319]

How much it cost?

[@rigor601]

How much they are?

[@magic.marmot]

Oh man, this makes me happy. Authenticity is very big for me.

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Thank you. I appreciate the feedback.

[@simsmr691]

Thanks for the much-anticipated update 😁 loved the intro and outro scenes also. 😂The brush cutter is awesome!

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Thanks. The intro and outro made me laugh as well. Haha. The brush cutter is cool for sure.

[@Frank_Techguy]

Nice little machine that can do a lot of work around my 5 acre property.

[@OurLifeInTrees]

My thoughts exactly.

[@cisco5400]

Great presentation of your machine, means alot that you describe all the details of what value your machine and the attachements has for you. By that I mean how the auto tilt works and how you control your vehicle and different features. Great presentation, this is one of the machines/vehicles I now have on my prio list to buy. Thanks and have a great day!

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Thank you. I appreciate the feedback.

[@JustAverageJeff]

This is super interesting might be a better buy for me than a tractor.

[@OurLifeInTrees]

That’s my thoughts as well.

[@DriveforLaser]

This guy is awesome I like his videos 👍

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Thanks. I appreciate it.

[@daleotto5748]

On the hydraulic lines that touch your hand. Use a tight and tie pull them tighter together it helps

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Good call. I may try that.

[@josephbenge8707]

New subscriber here, I like the new mini skid steer. I have been watching a lot of mini excavator videos and yours popped up on my to watch list. With those two pieces of equipment you have, there isn't to many jobs you can't do. You can't even buy a used name brand machine for what you have in both pieces new. Can't wait to see what all the attachments can do. I know were not neighbors but if you want to load up and come to Indiana you could take care of a few projects I need done. 😂

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Hahaha. Indiana is a little far from me. Not today, maybe tomorrow. lol Yeah, I figure that with these machines I can do almost anything that the average homeowner could imagine. And the price for everything is certainly cheaper than a big name American brand.

[@ColinLennard]

I like it. I'll tell you why. Any one can work it with no changes required for the change i.e. short, long, male or female. A big one the ease to get on & off. With all those fittings you could/will manage with just that. This is a must be considered when deciding what to get/buy.

[@OurLifeInTrees]

I agree. Didn’t think about size and shape of people. Yeah, anyone can operate this.

[@lewispaul2168]

As I said before, thank you for taking the time to post content about your purchase. As per your feedback, I was able to contact Derette directly and I have been in correspondence with them. Derette has answered the shipping and logistics concerns that I had, as well as other questions and concerns about the machine and attachments. I have looked online and it appears that you are the only person that I have seen that has a unit specifically from Derette. I am looking forward to more videos of you using the other attachments that you purchased. Your feedback will help me make my final decision, as to what manufacture and specifically, what unit and attachments I will buy. Thank you so much for taking time out of your day, to pass on feedback from your experience. I'm patiently looking forward to more content. Thank you and stay safe.

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Thank you. Yeah, I had trouble finding other people that had purchased from Derette. A local dealer here sells this machine and others. So I went on a mission to find the manufacturer. Derette manufactured them. They has been selling to resellers for awhile, and now they want to sell retail to end users. So there aren’t many people out there why has purchased from them. I will update videos on the attachments as I go!

[@BrightthgirB]

Your videos are very helpful! Thank you for the product reviews. Ill be picking up my YH20D soon from KYMRON. Im a bit nervous

[@OurLifeInTrees]

I’m glad they help. Me need to be. Nervous about a Kymron machine. They are solid.

[@chrisbasilebuilds]

Cool video, fellow okie here 🫡 I just bought a mini skid at enlow tractor auction yesterday. Wanted to buy a skidder too but I think you confirmed I need the skidder as well. Good video man. Subbed for sure

[@OurLifeInTrees]

I can relate. I got a mini excavator last year and now the skid. Both are awesome. You got the orange AGT?

[@richardbarber4444]

Saw one of these at IPM, Lindsay last week. I had a feed machine with similar driving position and would have really appreciated a "butt bar" to keep me aboard if it happened to jerk, also my travel was foot control pedals. PS travel speed was 5MPH.

[@OurLifeInTrees]

They are cool toys. Wow, 5mph is awesome. This one only goes 3mph

[@wendelllandon9238]

That thing looks like fun!!

[@OurLifeInTrees]

It’s is fun. I’m having a good time finding new stuff to do with it everyday.

[@nonadjannomyous5733]

If you look at 4:04, the deer on the right side is a young spike buck. You can see his spikes against the trees in the background.

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Funny, I only noticed that when I zoomed in while editing. I didn't see that in real life. I cut out the part where I said something else about the buck because I realized he was already there. Oh well. lol

[@gio132050]

Appreciate the video man! I'm seriously considering buying some of these machines to grow my landscaping business.

[@OurLifeInTrees]

It’s so much better than a shovel!! lol I’d recommend it. Thank you.

[@Melchizidek777]

I like the intro music, it sounds like pilotredsun music.

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Thanks. Haha

[@justme6275]

a fun toy, saves a lot of back muscle.

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Agreed!!!

[@motorv8N]

Great little beast - thanks for the tour. Any idea how it might be in snow pushing a blade or even that bucket around?

[@OurLifeInTrees]

No idea. I’d it snows this winter here in Oklahoma I will find out. Not sure how these rubber tracks will do.

[@Deek6923]

that intro edit went hard

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Hahaha. That’s what I said!!! Not everyone is so accepting. lol

[@Billthebott]

i feel violated

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Hahaha. The music violated you? Lol

[@Billthebott]

@@OurLifeInTrees yep very deeply

[@practacticaloutdoorsandthi6962]

That actually looks rather nice

[@OurLifeInTrees]

That’s what I thought! So far so good!!!!

[@themountainwizard]

Excellent video overview! You've got me wanting one badly...... I've been watching them but the locals are high and not with 3 pumps.

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Thank you. This one was around $8500 shipped to my door with just the standard bucket. It took about 2 months to get here, so patience is required. lol. The ones around me are high as well

[@gravelydon7072]

@@OurLifeInTrees Compare that unit to the ones that Ritchie Brothers offers ( AGT Industrial LRT 23 as an example ) and there is no comparison. This one beats theirs hands down on everything but the price. But theirs is not as capable. For one, theirs does not have the auto leveling arms. Two, the fuel tank is set low and would be a pain to fill as it is right at your feet. Three, your sides extend back to form a sort of cage that will protect you and also keep you from falling off sideways if you make a sharp turn. Four, yours had the hydraulic lines that are metal inside the arms for protection. The AGT's are on top of the arms where they could get damaged more easily. 5. Throttle is better located. 6. Motors are up high and not down low like on the AGT. 7. I think theirs is either a one or two pump machine. Not a 3 pump as when you operate some attachments, it affects the drive system. And the list goes on. So for twice the price, you really got more than double the machine.

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Wow, that’s quite a list. Another one is looks cooler. lol. It would be cool to compare them side by side!-

[@warrenporter302]

grease fittings are covered real nice touch

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Seems like it

[@esphilee]

I bet China will be the first to produce usable walking farm machine in the near future.

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Possibly.

[@dustinhults5679]

You’re doing a great job showing us how good it is, but you haven’t told us how much it cost to order from Alibaba and the process

[@OurLifeInTrees]

I plan to have the one coming soon. In hindsight, should have done that one first.

[@魏森]

Actually good video quality!

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Thank you. I appreciate the feedback.

[@mrMacGoover]

Thay thing is built really robust, I've never seen such quality come out of China. Just the facts that the tracks use a threaded tensioners and the drive motors are up high are good design principles. Making a machine that is cheap to maintain and low tech parts and components are all good selling features which western countries just don't get.

[@OurLifeInTrees]

I agree. The simplicity is great. That means normal guys like myself can work on them and don’t have to spend a fortune at a stealership

[@Therealtruthhurts2024]

Looks like a nice mini skid steer . You can clock your hoses away from your hand if space permit to stop scaring you ... let us know how it's holding up .

[@OurLifeInTrees]

That’s not a bad idea. Thanks.

[@edbam6344]

Its like the Ryobi of its field, works fine at home but you probably don't want to show up to site with it lol.

[@OurLifeInTrees]

I don’t disagree with you. If I only had a site to show up to. lol. I did bring it to work once and moved a big heavy rear diff. Haha

[@Fusion8r]

Well done on the review. Can you do a video on your import process?

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Thanks. Did you see my other two videos on the mini skid? kzbin.info/www/bejne/jV6om5VnpNSfhdksi=I6DkNUu4GS3imfSu

[@CJMarco-nq1yf]

Im just looking at the ground clearance? Looks minimal? Nice unit though.

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Thanks. It’s not high. I think about 5 inches from the bottom of the body. I’ll need to go measure to be sure.

[@CJMarco-nq1yf]

@@OurLifeInTrees I like the machine, but for my terrain it would be too low. The underside would scrape all the time.

[@OurLifeInTrees]

@@CJMarco-nq1yfMight be. I drove it though the woods and over a bunch of not nice terrain, it did ok, but is happier on smoother terrain.

[@johnhufnagel]

I like the prop rod idea. I'm wondering if some kind of bolt or pin couldn't be put through the holes while it's installed as a prop rod, to keep it from slipping off the shaft. I'd be concerned any sufficient movement could jar it out of position, eliminating it's effectiveness. And just because I'm me, I'd want 2 of them. :D Finally, you have my attention now, and a subscriber.

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Thanks for the feedback. I agree about that prop rod. I just made a video a couple days ago, that I haven’t edited and uploaded yet, talking about how I’d change the prop rod setup.

[@donhoover9583]

If you loosen the Allen bolts on the handle bar it should rotate 180 degrees for a more comfortable position

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Hmmmm never looked at that before. I’ll take a look.

[@mkgunter]

Love it

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Thank you.

[@chrisdudman2781]

Thank you

[@OurLifeInTrees]

I appreciate you

[@Orvillehuit33]

What’s the cost on the unit and what are the prices on the attatchments

[@OurLifeInTrees]

I am working on a cost breakdown. The machine was $8500 shipped to me in Oklahoma and then the attachments are in a separate crate and cost a little less at around $8k.

[@simengineering9183]

Great video, on the Alibaba link are 6 load rate options 1 to 6 TON, which one you have?

[@OurLifeInTrees]

I’m not sure what that means. My machine weighs like 2500lbs.

[@SupraNaturalTT]

Can you give a complete break down on pricing including attachments, Honda motor option and shipping costs. As it stands base level cost is $5750 and correct me if Im not wrong its showing $4000 for shipping!? Great video just need more info please.

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Thank you. I appreciate it. The machine was about $8500 shipped to me and I also got the large bucket with teeth, 4in1 bucket, grapple, trencher, auger with 8” bit, land leveler, trailer hitch, brush cutter, and stump grinder. They cost about $8k to have shipped from China to Oklahoma.

[@2brothersracingllc756]

fellow oklahoman here

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Nice! I’ve lived here just over 10 years. I’m currently so glad the summer heat is over. Sigh….

[@petedolfis]

This was a great video and highlighted a bunch of the features I'm looking for on one that I haven't been able to find in a single package - triangular tracks, Honda engine, 3 pump hydraulics, air leveling bucket, etc. Can you link me to the guy you worked with to get this specific unit as the other Chinese ones just don't seem as good. Thanks.

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Sure no problem Let him know you found him though this video. [e-mail] www.alibaba.com/product-detail/Cheapest-EPA-EURO5-skid-steer-loader_1601203395089.html?spm=a2747.product_manager.0.0.21c971d2uEsjGJ

[@mikedesilets3324]

I 2nd that on the intro. Well done. The rest of the video was good too. My mini skid has the same lights. I find them to be too brightly focused. I'll be changing mine to flood lights. I swapped flood lights onto my mini ex and love them. I'm curious if you think flood lights would suit your needs better also?

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Thanks. I appreciate it. I just moved it tonight after dark and yeah, I agree with you. They are very bright but very focused. It would be better if they had a wider light pattern like a flood light. Maybe I’ll look into doing that as well.

[@mikedesilets3324]

@OurLifeInTrees These are the ones I put on my mini ex. I made a 2nd mount on the left side of the boom. One light is pointed lower than the other, created a nice even light pattern. No glaring hot spots.

[@mikedesilets3324]

EXZEIT 36W Backup Lights, 150° Flood Reverse Light, 4.4 Inch Cpmpatible for Truck Polaris Tractor Golf Cart UTV ATV, 12/24V

[@OurLifeInTrees]

I bought a small, I think 21”, light bar to mount to my cage just under the roof of my mini excavator. I mounted it, but still need to wire it in. These would be awesome as well. I might change my plan. Thanks for your help.

[@Phill2tj23]

How much is shipping or did you pick it up?

[@james2592OldLeatherSmith]

OLD Leather Smith here, I have a few acres & have been looking 4 something similar so I sighed up & we will C. GOD'S BLESSINGS ✝️🥎🙃

[@OurLifeInTrees]

It’s a great alternative to a tractor or mini excavator for home use.

[@googleboy7]

Hi, I know Dean. Seems to be a straight shooter. I ordered a V1000 around three weeks ago. Thank you for your ex ellent videos. They definately influenced my purchase decision. I am anxiously awaiting delivery. I chose the door to door delivery option. QUESTION: How long did it take for your machine to arrive from the deposit to delivery? Thanks again! Shalom/gw

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Nice! It took a few weeks to manufacture the machine. Then a week or so to crate and get to port. Then a month or maybe month and a half to arrive to me in Oklahoma City, OK. Two months all in I believe.

[@matpeterson-u5c]

what made you decide on the v1000 ? I want one just trying to decide which unit . I know I will want the best and most reliable of these . Honda or Kubota diesel engine ?

[@OurLifeInTrees]

@@matpeterson-u5cthe V1000 is a little better. It’s a commercial version, my 450 is more like a homeowners version.

[@asusreviews]

Looks nice. I own a small HYSOON machine similar to this that I got about a year ago. I don't have any attachments yet though... What I don't understand is the load capacity on yours is rated at 390KG, mine is only rated at 200KG despite being similar weighted machines. Mine does not have counter-weights though, so that probably gains you an extra 100KG or so, but I think your lift capacity may be over stated.

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Great question. I plan to make a video and test out how much it can pick up. Get some real world numbers. I have never heard of Hysoon, where do you purchase it? Inhighly recommend some attachments. Amazing what this can do!

[@asusreviews]

@@OurLifeInTrees HYSOON is probably the first well known brand of Chinese mini skid steers. They've been around a while. Think of them like the mini skid steer bobcat of China. They've been selling them to Australia a lot. Very high quality machines by the sounds of it and they've been making the HY-380 for like 12-15 years! I only have 17 hours on mine, no issues other than the fuel gauge freaking out and bouncing around a few times. I bought mine directly from the manufacturer with a 3 gear pump for about 6K + shipping from China about 3 years ago. I actually want to get a diesel one as those have a legit 1000 pound lift capacity and have like a 2200 pound tip capacity. The diesels are around 9-10K + shipping. I need to get an auger and pallet forks for sure, not sure what other attachments I'd like.

[@coreyscuts78]

Like your video it was well explanatory....about how much did that model with honda engine cost you....I'm thinking of buying one thank you

[@OurLifeInTrees]

I paid about $8500 shipped to me here in Oklahoma City.

[@dewaynedavis3082]

How r the attachments run

[@OurLifeInTrees]

@@dewaynedavis3082 I paid about $8k for all the attachments because I needed a separate crate for them all.

[@OurLifeInTrees]

@@dewaynedavis3082the attachments were another $8k shipped to me. I bought 8 attachments and many large, so they needed to be crates separately.

[@robertpatterson7182]

Great video! Do a video on the 4 in 1 bucket.

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Thanks. I plan to. My plan is to do a video on each attachment. I’m spending the weekend at my cabin property and I brought the 4in1 with me. Maybe I can find some good stuff to do with it. I do need to move some rocks and logs.

[@OurLifeInTrees]

And now today I dropped the 4in1 while moving it with the leveler off the trailer and busted a fitting so I couldn’t even use it today. Stupid me. I’ll have it fixed later this week.

[@59apachestepside]

Great video. I’ve been looking at mini excavators but now I’m thinking a skid steer might suit me. I originally wanted to do primarily trenching with the ex, but might consider one of these with a trencher attachment. That and my 250’ gravel driveway that needs annual maintenance. The local auction house seems to have many similar ones but it sounds like you pointed out some key differences with yours. I’ll have to go and take a look at them in person.

[@OurLifeInTrees]

I have a mini excavator and loved it until I got this. Now the excavator just sits because almost anything I can do with the excavator I can do with the skid steer. The excavator is better for digging holes. It has a small finer tooth rake for cleaning up brush and yard debris. The skid’s 4in1 bucket may work well for some of that as well? It’s also good at trenching and moving the dirt out of the way, the trencher will make a dirt pile. Maybe trenching across a gravel driveway you don’t want a dirt pile? I’m sure I’ll find more differences as I move forward using the machines. Check out a Facebook group for Chinese mini skid steers. A lot of guys are having a lot of problems with the cheap auction units. Some are good, most are bad. Check into the specific one first.

[@KUBBI7488]

I sold my mini x and bought mini skid steer! You can do more things with skid steer the x !

[@OurLifeInTrees]

@@KUBBI7488I agree. I haven’t sold my mini x yet, but I have thought about it.

[@miniexcavator-l6m]

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[@OurLifeInTrees]

@@miniexcavator-l6mwhat company is that?

[@jasonfritz7521]

I wish you would have said how much you paid for it. Good video tour tho.

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Thank you. It was about $8500 shipped to me in Oklahoma.

[@kalwongkl]

Since the hood is perforated for cooling, dirt from load bucket might get in. Humbug. A review good Thanks. And cost of purchase?

[@OurLifeInTrees]

True. Not much to get into. Everything is sealed up front. Hydraulic oil tank, the pumps, and a battery. The machine was about $8500 shipped to me with a bucket.

[@KangRoundHere]

What was your total price including extra attachments and shipping everything else?

[@pH7screwtube]

I am curious what the cost for this would be.

[@OldIronAcres]

Niiiice!!

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Thank you

[@TreeManagementofOklahoma]

Did I hear you say you got it in oklahoma? If so where I'm out of Oklahoma and I would love to go see one of these

[@OurLifeInTrees]

I had it shipped from China to Oklahoma. I live in the OKC area.

[@corvette2007]

Questions and more questions , so many questions

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Answers and more answers, what answers would you like?

[@juanchavez3389]

Hi I need a recommendation I'm going to try to get one can you give me any advice if order extra parts thank you for the video

[@OurLifeInTrees]

I appreciate it. I got some extra hydraulic hoses with mine. Good to have for sure.

[@mohudra6882]

Can you do a review on mammoth machinery skid steers I’ve heard they are good.

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Never heard of them. Where are they located?

[@jakebruenderman2481]

Have you considered hooking a firewood processor to this machine? I wonder if it would work?

[@OurLifeInTrees]

They sell a log splitter for it. I did think about it but figured I bought enough toys. lol

[@RG-gn1ln]

Can you get parts and filters locally, or do you have to order them from Derette directly?

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Depending on the part. Honda engine stuff is readily available. The machine specific parts I’m sure are Derette or one of the other companies that rebadge them and sell them.

[@mikesantimore6971]

Great video. How much is the total price of that

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Thank you. I paid about $8500 shipped to me here in Oklahoma plus another $8k for all my attachments as they had to be crated separately.

[@quartamile]

How do you find parts and service (for everything except the Honda engine)? Thanks!

[@OurLifeInTrees]

As long as Derette is around, it takes a week or two to get parts. The motors are a dime a dozen online. I googled the part numbers on mine and they are all over. eBay is a simple one. The valves are made by an Italian company. The pumps are Parker pumps. The hoses can be made anywhere. It all seems easy to find so far.

[@skyheatingair]

Hi bud Im thinking to buy same exact machine , how do like it so far ? Any problem with it , and suggestions i should ask the seller before I buy, hope all good , many thanks 👍

[@OurLifeInTrees]

I love it. I only have a few hours on it, so I’m not 100% sure on how it is long term, so far it seems great. I like my counterweights I got. I like my Honda engine, but I bet every engine is good in it. Check the link in the description here to Alibaba and that will put you in touch with Dean, my salesman. He was very helpful.

[@skyheatingair]

​@@OurLifeInTreessweet how about the tree grinding did it works good for? you?

[@OurLifeInTrees]

I haven’t had a chance to test it yet, but plan to soon.

[@skyheatingair]

@@OurLifeInTreesok cool,, I'm going same road you want , little bit scare, thank you for your response 😉

[@OurLifeInTrees]

I used the stump grinder today and really liked it. Worked well. A bit of a learning curve though.

[@MichaelJones1527]

How much did it cost and how do you get one?

[@OurLifeInTrees]

It was about $8500 shipped to me in Oklahoma. The attachments were additional. There is a link in the description to Alibaba where I bought it. Dean is the salesman that took care of me.

[@rigor601]

How much those toys are?

[@joshpalmer9779]

Where did you say you ordered this from? Sorry if this question has already been asked.

[@OurLifeInTrees]

I ordered from Dean at Derette. Let him know you found him though this video. [e-mail] www.alibaba.com/product-detail/Cheapest-EPA-EURO5-skid-steer-loader_1601203395089.html?spm=a2747.product_manager.0.0.21c971d2uEsjGJ

[@bigdaddylee2011]

Did you make that attachment to move your trailers around or was it one of the attachments you bought with the skid steer?

[@OurLifeInTrees]

It’s one of the attachments I bought with the machine.

[@Arlcuts]

So all in, stump grinder, auger and all accessories, shipping start up etc what is a ballpark price? Did you pay up front? and how long to get it to you?

[@OurLifeInTrees]

All in the machine and all 9 attachments, it was around $17k shipped to me in Oklahoma. Took around 2 months for them to produce it and ship it to me.

[@amaki5387]

@@OurLifeInTrees 9 attachments? what were they? I just ordered the snow blower, lawn mower, 4 in 1 and the excavator from them.

[@OurLifeInTrees]

@@amaki5387 Nice! I got the standard bucket with teeth, 4in1 bucket, land leveler, trailer hitch, trencher, stump grinder, grapple, auger, and pallet forks.

[@amaki5387]

@@OurLifeInTrees Excellent!

[@ericpierce4041]

New toys equals new sub like and bell 👍

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Haha thank you. I appreciate it.

[@30aught68]

How well does it do on steep and rough terrain

[@OurLifeInTrees]

It seems to do ok on hills, takes some getting used to for sure. I haven’t really don’t much rough terrain, but what I have done seemed good

[@jamesa9lpiopatton419]

My bib cat been in shop for 60 days waiting on bobcat approve warranty work I'm bout get one these and prove it last monger

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Damn. That sucks.

[@bamsebrumbamsebrumen5403]

So what does such a machine cost?🙂 Or is if needing to ask, stick to a plain shovel?

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Hahaha. A shovel is cheaper for sure. It was around $8500 shipped to me in Oklahoma. The attachments were around another $8k shipped.

[@bamsebrumbamsebrumen5403]

@@OurLifeInTrees Thanks 🙂Sounds very affordable 👍

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Compared to almost anything else, yes. I looked a getting a small Kubota tractor and this is so much cheaper than even that.

[@MikeSchmidt-qt7ls]

Very helpful, cost comparison?

[@OurLifeInTrees]

. I am working on a cost breakdown. The machine was $8500 shipped to me in Oklahoma and then the attachments are in a separate crate and cost a little less at around $8k

[@MikeSchmidt-qt7ls]

@@OurLifeInTrees thank you sir

[@tim6366]

So all in at 16500?

[@OurLifeInTrees]

I think there was some taxes as well. It was just under $18k. I also had to pay 2.95% on Alibaba for credit card fee.

[@williamyarborough4833]

Don’t look like it has alot of ground clearance???.., cool little unit though.

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Not a lot, but enough for most tasks. It’s 5” of ground clearance.

[@christopherjennings7081]

WOW, did you actually pay $4k for the shipping? looking at the site there is only one shipping rate

[@OurLifeInTrees]

$2200 for shipping for the skid and $2100 for shipping the attachments. Yup. Even with shipping, I saved tens of thousands over a local unit.

[@kalibmilner877]

How much was the machine in the attachments that’s what everybody wants to know and I’ve watched a couple videos. I’ve never heard you say.

[@OurLifeInTrees]

That’s a whole new video for cost. It was around $17k shipped to me in Oklahoma. I’ll have a cost breakdown video coming soon.

[@splagyetsi3287]

"D" for Gasoline, yeah that makes sense.

[@OurLifeInTrees]

It’s da gasoline. D gasoline. lol.

[@eddluireg]

ty

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Thanks

[@halp.3640]

So how much was the whole package machine with all your attachments cost

[@OurLifeInTrees]

It was around $17k shipped to me in Oklahoma. I’ll have a cost breakdown video coming soon.

[@josephharvey5742]

How do you buy this straight from China and what is the cost for one?

[@OurLifeInTrees]

I paid about $8500 shipped to me in Oklahoma for this machine. Then a ton of attachments for another $8k shipped. There is a link in the description and email address to where I bought it. Dean at Derette sold it to me.

[@Redkneck_Granola]

Checking the link in your description. The ad has a B&S engine not a Honda as you demonstrated. Are there other differences from the one you've shown? Thx

[@OurLifeInTrees]

The link is for the DRT450. When you talk to the salesman, Dean, he can set it up the way you want. I opted for the Honda engine and changed a few things around from the Alibaba listing, it all reflected on my paperwork and invoice. They are willing to make changes since they are the manufacturer.

[@Redkneck_Granola]

​@OurLifeInTrees ok thank you. Very informative video!

[@MrGordy61]

@@OurLifeInTrees I wonder if they would be willing to change the controls to ISO standards? so that the left joy stick controls both tracks forward, backward and left and right. While the right stick controls the bucket. As a long term skid steer operator these odd controls could be a problem when muscle memory kicks in, in tight quarters.

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Hmmm. That’s an interesting idea. I will ask.

[@Martin-tb4oo]

How much was shipping to you?

[@OurLifeInTrees]

The machine was $6300 plus $2200 all in to shop it from China to Oklahoma.

[@rickh9507]

What did you pay for everything otd?

[@OurLifeInTrees]

The machines was about $8500 shipped to me in Oklahoma and the attachments were another $8k shipped to me.

[@evan3178]

what all attachments did you get ?

[@OurLifeInTrees]

@@evan3178 I got the large bucket with teeth, 4in1 bucket, grapple, trencher, auger with 8” bit, land leveler, trailer hitch, brush cutter, and stump grinder. They cost about $8k to have shipped from China to Oklahoma.

[@evan3178]

@OurLifeInTrees that's an awesome deal if they are decent and work! excited to see all the content. Thank you again sir!

[@OurLifeInTrees]

@@evan3178Thanks for watching. We will see how they all do as I continue to play with my new toys. lol.

[@chadgordon5437]

Does that price include shipping?

[@OurLifeInTrees]

It’s about $8.5k shipped to me in Oklahoma for the machine and another $8k for all the attachments shipped.

[@ConnorDanks-z4b]

I have so many questions regarding this specific piece of machinery. Is there a way that I can message you?

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Sure. [e-mail]

[@paulgilliland2992]

It could use a proportioning valve set for the attachments so it doesn’t slam when you drop the bucket. Not very expensive but very effective.

[@OurLifeInTrees]

That’s a good idea. I really would like that on the stump grinder.

[@outdoorlifemaine6691]

I would say is only impressed by it because he's never ran anything bigger than that lawn mower

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Could be, but it sure makes my life easier.

[@roygrotton4082]

How do you get it shipped do you have to get a dealer or do they do it all

[@OurLifeInTrees]

They did it all. As easy as buying something on eBay. Just shipping took a little longer. It took a month and a half to get to me from China to Oklahoma.

[@gergc4871]

What did it cost, including shipping and tariffs?

[@OurLifeInTrees]

The machine was about $8500 shipped to me in Oklahoma. I opted for DDP which means I didn’t have to worry about a customs broker or any fees or hassle. DDP makes it so easy.

[@gergc4871]

@@OurLifeInTrees Thank you very much.

[@stevinveroba52]

What is the flow rate in GPM please?

[@OurLifeInTrees]

11.9 I was told

[@thanumgaming]

Run your videos through a limiter/compressor in post production before uploading. 👍

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Not sure what that means exactly.

[@thanumgaming]

@@OurLifeInTrees The intro sound level is vastly louder than the rest of the video. Running it through a limiter will bring everything back in line. That or adjust the intro volume down in the editing software as you are working on your videos. Great video though. Cool it came tracked as well as compared to wheeled. Definitely a lawn saver.

[@OurLifeInTrees]

@@thanumgaming shoot I didn’t realize that. Good tip and I appreciate the feedback. Thank you.

[@paulmak1899]

Can it climb up and down hillside with 2 horizontal and 1 vertical slope ?

[@OurLifeInTrees]

It can go up and down hills. Not sure exactly what you mean.

[@FLORIDIANMILLIONAIRE]

Is an all electric version available?

[@OurLifeInTrees]

I don’t think so.

[@frankwrogg2515]

Looks like everything is fixable with common items either at Harbor Freight or Amazon. Just need a cheap welder to go with it.

[@OurLifeInTrees]

That’s what’s it seems. I hope I don’t need a welder, but if I do, should be easy stuff.

[@salocin86]

Couldn't help but notice your video is the sales video on Alibaba, is this a sponsored video that wasn't disclosed? I find it hard to take your opinions on this seriously if it is a undeclared sponsored video.

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Not a sponsored video, I paid normal retail price like anyone else. I just realized that no one else has videos on these and they are doing really well. So I may as well keep them coming. They took snap shots and clips from the videos and put them on alibaba. I already talked to them about doing that It doesn’t hurt my channel and doesn’t bother me. It’s kind of flattering honestly.

[@christophervillalpando5865]

Hello Im in Texas and just signed up for alibaba website. I want this skid steer do you have anymore advice or guidance on how to purchase I just sent an inquiry to them

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Just let Dean know what you want and he will send an invoice. You pay a percentage down and they start production. Pay the remainder when it ships out. Use DDP shipping to you in Texas and you need a forklift when it arrives to unload. If you pay with a CC alibaba charges 2.9% extra. It’s pretty easy actually. Hope this helps.

[@matpeterson-u5c]

@@OurLifeInTrees I am in Texas as well and would love Deans contact info ....I need quite a few attachments as well . What if I dont have a forklift to get it off the truck ? What other options do I have ?

[@OurLifeInTrees]

@@matpeterson-u5c I found a local forklift sales and service company that was willing to unload it and load it on my trailer for me. They charged me $95. Not bad! Email [e-mail]. Let him know you came from my video if you would.

[@jeffb7255]

Thanks for the video. I’m watching taking notes. You must not have a high population of coyotes. The government introduced those here in the late 1980’s, they just decimate our deer population.

[@OurLifeInTrees]

Thanks for watching. I hope it’s helpful. No, not many coyotes. I haven’t seen one in a long time, nor have my cameras picked one up.