CAT 259D3 skid steer (CTL) loader work testing in wet, nasty clay dirt

[@dylan7997]

Thanks I enjoyed your video of the CAT 259 D3. I use one at work too and I really enjoy the days I get to operate it

[@kapperoutdoors]

Glad you enjoyed it. I really enjoy the mini excavator much more than the skid steer! Happy tracks man!

[@houndsmanone4563]

The skid steer held up well and you've got the maneuvering down-pat. Full-watch, Kap.

[@kapperoutdoors]

Thanks bud, S/F

[@MySliceOfHeavenoutdoors]

I am liking the sounds of the options you were talking about, I see why you would like them.

[@kapperoutdoors]

yeah no doubt. This is a tough decision all the way around.

[@davejefferys8320]

The ride control feature is really nice

[@kapperoutdoors]

Agreed. but all 3 of them have that. Just different methods of how they accomplish it. Tough choice for sure!!

[@andrewshullick4319]

Awesome video Mr kapper. You just wanted to play in the mud. Thanks for sharing it

[@kapperoutdoors]

LOL you might just be right! Thanks

[@dehavenfamilyfarm]

It sure was slimy! Looks like you're starting to get the hang of that machine!!

[@kapperoutdoors]

well after 500 hours on excavators it comes pretty easy :). Yeah this clay slime is not good for much..

[@bozobennett]

Hey Kapper...I've had my CAT skid steer loaded with a pallet of stone in excess of 3K lbs and that CAT will still run like a go cart! It's almost crazy how fast they are with a full load. Love your vids.

[@kapperoutdoors]

Thanks man, glad you like it. Hope it serves you well for a long time! This was a really tough decision!

[@stevesmith-wc2gb]

Cat is king of equipment

[@1man1woman65]

FWIW, I would test drive as many skid steers as possible before you make your final decision (unless of course you already have). Try Kubota, New Holland, Takeuchi, JCB, Bobcat, etc. Enjoying your videos Joe.

[@kapperoutdoors]

Thanks, but many of them were not even really an option due to no dealers in the area, and prior reputations.

[@bretts1]

Kapper nice Video. ❤️

[@kapperoutdoors]

Thanks Brett

[@photocontrol]

The CAT skid steer handled the task really well in the slick conditions! The self-leveling and return to dig features are nice to have!

[@kapperoutdoors]

yeah, we'll see what happens. It is very hard to find the 'perfect' fit, with size, weight, options, specs, comfort, and price!!! Maybe I need to make the Kapper skid steer!!

[@larrytremarki9458]

Nice job Kap, work that machine out to see if it's Kapper approved!!

[@kapperoutdoors]

Yeah buddy! We'll see if we can pull it off!

[@DCC8439]

Really enjoying these videos. Are you going to be checking out a Bobcat brand also?

[@kapperoutdoors]

absolutely, test drove one and know many who have them. We'll see what happens.

[@zacd7094]

What is the cost of something like this

[@nathanhoffman6852]

Deere skid steers give you the option of turning down or up the sensitivity of the joysticks but I’m sure you will get more used to them the more seat time you get!

[@523FILMS]

Nathan Hoffman So does bobcat. Deere and cat suck

[@nalley6815]

@@523FILMS so you’re saying 2 of the best brands suck? Lol you’re hilarious. I’ve heard absolute horror stories with new bobcat units

[@brianconner4854]

Any of them can ( suck). Believe me. If you don’t think that’s the case then you haven’t owned many

[@carlosgarica9514]

You can also adjust how fast you want the controls to work

[@kapperoutdoors]

yeah I like that. Bobcat has it as well

[@12ozbuds]

Hey Kap, I have an ASV RC50 that has close to 3000 hrs on it and I promise you I can out work that Cat. I will bet you my best bird dog that you cannot keep up with me in follow the leader. You talk about load leveler and ride features that are available on the Cat to smooth out the ride the ASV undercarriage does that from the get go. If you watched the videos at ASV's web sight like I suggested you would have seen how the Cat is ass heavy and just spins in muddy conditions like you were in this video. My machine is more weight neutral and just works on top and over the mud like you were in. I live in central Ohio and I can't leave until spring, but I would be willing to show you what I am talking about. Man you are a great guy and I am not trying to upset you but I am very passionate about ASV machines. They are unfairly the black sheep of compact track loaders. One last tidbit, They were the first dedicated track machines built in the USA.

[@1rutcutter]

Have you tried the return to dig feature yet?

[@kapperoutdoors]

Nope, I don't think that one had it and now it is gone... :(. This is a really tough choice!!

[@1rutcutter]

Kapper Outdoors all of the new D3’s come standard with it. Just turn it on and set the position with the right trigger and it will blink then to activate it you push down to the left and hit the trigger with the right joystick. How much did they quote you on it as I just bought one myself.

[@1rutcutter]

How much did they quote you on the D3?

[@stevesmith-wc2gb]

I thought they were going to start putting foot pedals in the new skid steer loaders and multi terrain loaders

[@kapperoutdoors]

Not that I know of, they got rid of them a few years back. They do have a foot accelerator but that's it.

[@stevesmith-wc2gb]

@@kapperoutdoors I seen a video that said they going to do like bobcat with the foot controls

[@richardbohlingsr3490]

Kapper has to play in the mud! I think it's in his jeans. 8-)

[@kapperoutdoors]

Lol, I think you mean Gene's!? But you are right, somehow I like machines, and changing up the landscapes!

[@DRDWISCONSIN]

I mean there’s no question it’s slimy when you slide down hill, but it’s a whole different caliber of muddy when you slide uphill.

[@kapperoutdoors]

I guess I would agree!

[@waynedealii2745]

nice demo on how not to treat a new machine 😂

[@kapperoutdoors]

I reside here in the real world, and any machine that I use will get a full and complete abusing (I mean 'working!')

[@barryhansen6854]

Joe look at Pro-lynx traction bars for those conditions Skidder Kev You Tuber swears by them they clamp onto the tracks.

[@jeffselchow5719]

Hey Kapper, How is the ride for your back and hips?

[@kapperoutdoors]

it was not that bad. Another reason I like them, the bigger the tracks, the more it smoothens out bumps, unlike when a tractor tire hits a hole. Thanks.

[@augustreil]

Have you looked into any ASV Skidsteers, Takeuchi or JCB's or are there no dealers near you ? ''How farms work'' seems to really like their JCB teleskid. ''Letsdig18'' loves his Takeuchi, seems super tough. ''Stanley, ''Dirt Monkey'' showed how good the traction on the ASV is in snow and the ride is hard to compare. That Cat you have looks like a tank and well built. What dealer is closest to you and gives you the best support is probably what matters the most though, right ?

[@kapperoutdoors]

Yes, even Dirt Monkey says it loud and clear. Which ever one you pick, it must have good, local dealer support for the future, which makes 'that' one better than the rest.. So yeah that was a really big part of the equation. Thanks.

[@aaronbroughton2469]

Kapper have you checked out a jcb? How farms work channel has some videos you might be interested in.

[@aaronbroughton2469]

Tele-skid

[@Nathanm7977]

@@aaronbroughton2469 i thought of that myself, be better on his back and hips getting in

[@chetthejet3896]

Was this cleaning up a mess or making a mess? :--)

[@kapperoutdoors]

I think that one could go either way! lol

[@stevenpeters2593]

Mr.Capper why you try look up online see if you interesting of ASV SKID STEER OR JCB TELESKID ? But I look cat shovel kinda small need bigger shovel . I just let you know that all .

[@Gmc0121]

Steven Peters I said the same thing I have the rt75 and it’s would go up that muddy hill all day

[@kapperoutdoors]

None of those have close dealers for good future support, or to rent attachments. Thanks.

[@clarkwheeler8764]

LOL Doubtful that skidsteer would have done any better in the ditch you got the tractor stuck in. As a test, you might try it out in that ditch and see what it will take to pull it out if it does get stuck up? Just dont get yourself in trouble.

[@kapperoutdoors]

I'm pretty sure these tracked machines are much harder to get stuck that a tractor with R4's. But at least I have other things that could pull it out if need be.

[@MikeyDunn]

Probably not the best track pattern for traversing mud, lol! A more traditional V pattern would be better I'd have thought, at least it pushes the slime outwards instead of just paddling into it.

[@kapperoutdoors]

I guess this is supposed to be a pretty good pattern as it sheds the mud a little easier. Who knows. We'll see which one we get if the numbers work out!

[@carriepoling4942]

Atleast now I know cats hydraulic cycle is slow as crap

[@TRUNK.MONKEY99]

Theirs a CAT in ur future I think

[@hartleyhomesteadmichigan6041]

Wow that clay is nasty

[@kapperoutdoors]

yep, you can get most any machine stuck in this stuff!

[@WalkerOutdoors]

Looks like there's a chance of Mudd LOL

[@kapperoutdoors]

lmao, 100%!