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Farm Skid Steer Loaders

Tackle Tough Tasks with the JCB Skid Steer Range at Scot Agri

Setting the benchmark for adaptability and performance, JCB’s range of Skid Steers are engineered to tackle tough tasks with ease, featuring a wide array of attachments and unmatched operator comfort making them perfect for agricultural applications. 

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Farm Skid Steer Loader Range

Scot Agri Skid Steers Loaders

A JCB Skid Steer is a compact, versatile machine designed to handle a variety of tasks. Equipped with power engines and a range of attachments, the JCB Skid Steer range can perform functions such as lifting, loading and digging. The PowerBoom design boosts visibility and performance, while the spacious cab and advance controls ensure maximum comfort and ease of use.  

Powerful Performance 

JCB’s range of Skid Steers is powered by the latest Stage V engines, delivering an impressive 73HP and a maximum rated operating capacity of 1,483kg. These versatile machines offer dump heights from 2.26 metres in the JCB 155 to 3.1 metres in the 3TS - 8W, making them ideal for demanding applications. Additionally, JCB Skid Steer loaders feature a unique single-arm PowerBoom design, enhancing power, performance and productivity.  

Compact Design

The operator environment is a top priority in the design of the JCB Skid Steer range. With a large platform cab that is 33% larger than those of competitors, JCB offers the largest cab size on the market. These spacious cabs feature a side-door entry and adjustable joystick controls, all within a compact design. Enhanced visibility is also central to the JCB Skid Steer design, thanks to the Powerboom loader arm, which provides operators with 60% better visibility than conventional twin-arm machines, ensuring safer operation.  

Unmatched Versatility 

The JCB Skid Steer range exemplifies versatility, making it an invaluable asset to your farm. Designed to handle a variety of tasks, these machines can be equipped with a wide array of attachments, from buckets to muck forks, allowing them to adapt to your varying applications. The Quick Hitch feature further enhances their adaptability, enabling swift changes between attachments to maximise efficiency. Versatility is evident across all models, from the JCB 155 to the JCB 3TS-8W, ensuring that regardless of the specific requirements, Scot Agri has a JCB Skid Steer suited to your farm’s needs.   

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Frequently Asked Questions

A farm skid steer is a compact, highly manoeuvrable loader used for lifting, pushing, digging, and transporting materials around the farm. Skid steers are ideal for tight spaces, livestock sheds, and yard environments where larger machines cannot operate efficiently. JCB skid steers offer strong hydraulic power, excellent stability, and a wide range of attachments for all types of agricultural work.

JCB skid steers are designed for productivity, comfort, and safety. They offer class-leading visibility, powerful hydraulics, smooth operation, and excellent stability. JCB’s unique side door entry provides safer access compared to traditional front entry skid steers. Their strong build and versatile attachment options make them ideal for feeding, mucking out, bedding, and general handling jobs.

Yes. Scot Agri stocks both new and used JCB skid steer loaders. Our new machines include the latest JCB models equipped with the PowerBoom design and modern operator features. We also carry a selection of used skid steers that have been inspected by our agricultural engineers. If you have specific requirements, our team can help you find the right model for your farm.

The JCB PowerBoom is a single sided boom design that provides greater strength, better visibility, and improved safety. It offers up to 20% more torsional strength than traditional twin-arm skid steer designs. The single boom allows JCB to use a side entry door which removes the need to climb over attachments when entering or exiting the cab. This makes JCB skid steers one of the safest on the market.

Skid steers are extremely versatile and can handle a wide range of farm tasks. Common applications include mucking out sheds, moving bedding and feed, cleaning yards, loading materials, levelling ground, and handling bales with the correct attachment. Their compact size and agility make them especially useful in livestock buildings, dairy units, and areas with limited space.