I think the 60G is a very solid choice, no complaints. I recommend the long arm option, absolutely go for the enclosed cab, buy a handful of heavy duty buckets. I would advise against a 60D (older model, less capable) and I would also advise against larger or smaller machines in the lineup. The 50G still requires the same size equipment to move it, but lacks the extra weight and heft. I've heard the the 75G and 85G are not worth the investment because they lack the extra power to move the bigger machine. I only paid $67k for the machine (2020) and a 24" bucket, with the thumb. I understand that price is the lowest in the country. I'd expect to see $80k+ on the invoice.
It works great for up to 8" DBH trees, but struggles to be efficient beyond that. I really enjoy the long arm, and hydraulic thumb for reaching shrubs without rubbing the machine.
I'm looking at a 36" brush mulcher for the machine. That attachment should allow me to clear 1-2 acres a day and chip everything in place. It's getting hard to manage the brush piles and as I dig the brush out it sometimes rubs against the machine.
This was filmed during the first 50 hour engine break in period where I couldn't go over 80% throttle. In this period I ran it a variety of speeds, but closer to 50% in this video. Good eye!
Should be taking it slow if your new to a machine any way,speed comes with practise.ya really need to get a ripper mate.rip 2 ways around the tree and push it over.back fill each hole and trackroll.
@@rontopping2048 been doing it a long time I should know a bit about it.,lol.I’ve seen wayyyyy to many people jump on a machine and make a mess ,if not damage something or them selves.I hope he didn’t take offence to my comment.
Great job, the explanation at start was a nice touch. Gotta keep that up. People should know you!
Thanks Luke!
Very nice little machine will be purchasing either a 60 or 75-85g soon
Go big! The 75 or 85 would be a big jump over the 60.
DO you have any complaints with your 60g? We are looking to add one with a brush cutter or mulcher.
I think the 60G is a very solid choice, no complaints.
I recommend the long arm option, absolutely go for the enclosed cab, buy a handful of heavy duty buckets.
I would advise against a 60D (older model, less capable) and I would also advise against larger or smaller machines in the lineup. The 50G still requires the same size equipment to move it, but lacks the extra weight and heft. I've heard the the 75G and 85G are not worth the investment because they lack the extra power to move the bigger machine.
I only paid $67k for the machine (2020) and a 24" bucket, with the thumb. I understand that price is the lowest in the country. I'd expect to see $80k+ on the invoice.
How are you liking the 60g for land clearing?
It works great for up to 8" DBH trees, but struggles to be efficient beyond that. I really enjoy the long arm, and hydraulic thumb for reaching shrubs without rubbing the machine.
I'm looking at a 36" brush mulcher for the machine. That attachment should allow me to clear 1-2 acres a day and chip everything in place. It's getting hard to manage the brush piles and as I dig the brush out it sometimes rubs against the machine.
You using head or chest mount?
This video is head mount on a hard hat. I've moved to a suction cup with a couple of extensions in my newer videos.
Machine is slow ?
This was filmed during the first 50 hour engine break in period where I couldn't go over 80% throttle. In this period I ran it a variety of speeds, but closer to 50% in this video. Good eye!
Should be taking it slow if your new to a machine any way,speed comes with practise.ya really need to get a ripper mate.rip 2 ways around the tree and push it over.back fill each hole and trackroll.
@@troymeredith9528 nice
@@rontopping2048 been doing it a long time I should know a bit about it.,lol.I’ve seen wayyyyy to many people jump on a machine and make a mess ,if not damage something or them selves.I hope he didn’t take offence to my comment.