Buying A New 2021 Bobcat T66 Skid Steer

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  • Well, my Father and I have decided to invest in another machine! This time a 2021 Bobcat T66. We had been talking about getting a Compact Track Loader for quite some time, but got more serious about the consideration in the last few weeks. It makes for a great fit both in the business and upcoming renovations planned for my parents home. I am very excited to get this out on some jobs.
    Other Machines Used:
    Excavator: 2021 Bobcat E26 R-Series
    Dump Trailer: 2020 BigTex 14LP

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  • @Trackhoe075
    @Trackhoe075 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    You’ll never regret this purchase!
    I’ve got a s550 and the mt100 and a e10 I’ve never looked back!!!! Enjoy, your world just opened up immensely

    • @CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC
      @CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Those are some nice machines! I am very excited as to all of the jobs I have opened up for myself. Thanks!

  • @aaronburford5701
    @aaronburford5701 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love the skid steer usage and dirt work! Thanks for sharing!

  • @deadmuphinz
    @deadmuphinz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I bought one of these to build my motocross track and do some occasional landscaping. Thanks for making all these videos so I can sit here and drool while I wait for the dealer to call me to come pick it up! :D

    • @CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC
      @CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha I know that feeling. Hopefully it comes in quick, it was brutal even waiting the 2 weeks for mine!

  • @handyandyhomeandfarmservic7968
    @handyandyhomeandfarmservic7968 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congrats on the T66. I've had mine since last year and its great. You will be amazed at the things you can do with it. All new machines seem to have an occasional quirk though, but the Bobcat dealer is always on top of it.

    • @CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC
      @CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! Yeah, the bobcat dealer has been great for any issues, even minor, that have come up. which luckily have been next to none other than getting service parts.

    • @barierobert693
      @barierobert693 ปีที่แล้ว

      Can u sent mi the price.l wish to get one.

  • @riverrat7318
    @riverrat7318 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    T66 is a beast I’ve been very impressed

  • @grade-aland2388
    @grade-aland2388 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice machine! I’d love to have this model.

    • @CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC
      @CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks! I like your current setup, im just missing the dump truck now!

  • @balamala2647
    @balamala2647 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Good job in allowing the sound of the machine in your videos. Too many people rely on background music too much which can be annoying.

  • @neonaffliction
    @neonaffliction 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    son of a biscuit he actually got it

  • @chdinct6792
    @chdinct6792 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Christmas in August! Congratulations. Figured you’d end up with a tracked loader, but not so soon. Now you’ll need a trailer long enough to haul them both together. One thing begets another.

    • @CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC
      @CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same! It went from more of a joking about it, to oh, we could actually afford it based on the side business success and it makes sense for the upcoming projects. Yeah, in order to tow them both, we need not only a longer trailer, but a dump truck too! Just have to keep upgrading!

  • @JThelen1031
    @JThelen1031 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very nice acquisition. I don't think that even some of the big names out there have the auto-coupler on their skidsteers, seems super sweet. Do you think that's something you'll try to add on to the excavator in the future?

    • @CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC
      @CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Unfortunately the E26 doesnt have the option of a powered exchange coupler, you have to go one size bigger for that... so probably just a bigger machine in the future!

  • @Jimo225
    @Jimo225 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    how are your decals holding up? I hear the decals peel easily. I think there should be a recall on the stickers.

  • @sdrammm696969
    @sdrammm696969 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Beutiful ❤

  • @the1andthe269
    @the1andthe269 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    But can you drift it?

  • @handyandyhomeandfarmservic7968
    @handyandyhomeandfarmservic7968 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Did ya unplug the backup alarm at the harness or did you find a way to shut it off through the touchscreen?

    • @CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC
      @CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Haha I immediately unplugged it at the harness. Didnt check if there was a menu option for it.

  • @v1antbo
    @v1antbo 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bigger backhoe? Maybe. But you know your business

  • @Top5ivesinfo
    @Top5ivesinfo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Watch in 2× speed

  • @landscapingspecialist
    @landscapingspecialist 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Congrats 🥳 guys!!!! Shes a beaut!! I wonder, how long did it take to get in? Im on about a 3-4 month waitlist from bobcat.

    • @CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC
      @CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks! Yeah when I asked back in April, it was around 2-3 months wait time. We got lucky in that this machine was just at the end of that wait and ready to ship over!

    • @landscapingspecialist
      @landscapingspecialist 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC NICE 🤘🏻 I have operated several different brand machines over the years. And i still stand to Bobcat making the most sense from an owners standpoint. Dealers are great, and overall quality is on point. Great decision, maybe ill upload when we take delivery of our e60. Still waiting, could be 3-6 months. Oh well, what can you do? They gave me a hell of a deal renting the e55 again because of the delay. Basically renting it for 1/3 the cost. So thats good.

    • @CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC
      @CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Oh for sure. Their machines and features are great. They have been by far the best dealer Ive ever dealt with. Do you deal with Bobcat of NH as well?

    • @landscapingspecialist
      @landscapingspecialist 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC no were out of Pittsburgh PA. So is Bobcat of Pittsburgh. Basically they handle the entire western half of PA

    • @CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC
      @CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ah ok. Glad to hear they are a good dealer as well!

  • @FSt-Jean
    @FSt-Jean 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really nice videos! I started my own side business this year with a 1025r and planing on upgrading with a dump trailer and truck next year. Ultimately I would like an excavator and skid steer like you. My question is what is your towing setup? I am looking at 3/4 tons with GVWR of 10,000 lbs and I am wondering if that’s enough for a skid steer your size?

    • @CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC
      @CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Awesome, a dump trailer really adds a whole bunch of functionality. I currently have a Gas GMC 2500, and its towing payload rating is about 14k. It is basically just enough for the skid steer and some attachments. Really need diesel for any bigger equipment, but then that gets into needing a CDL.

    • @FSt-Jean
      @FSt-Jean 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC thanks for the quick answer. I do feel that the dump trailer is the next step yeah. Do you tow your E26 and the skid steer using the dump trailer too?

    • @CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC
      @CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yea, I will tow those machines in that trailer if works for the job. The 1025r should fit nicely in a 14' with the backhoe turned, like I do with my BX23s.

  • @apollotwins6606
    @apollotwins6606 ปีที่แล้ว

    How much did it cost?

  • @Tcw2019
    @Tcw2019 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How big of a trailer is that? Congrats!

    • @CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC
      @CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Its a 20' total length trailer (17' deck + 3' ramps when folded up). Thanks!

  • @rawpah4680
    @rawpah4680 ปีที่แล้ว

    God these videos are hell what's the host bro?

  • @paulciampa
    @paulciampa 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm not sure where you are in southern NH but dig a pit and burn the brush save your money and avoid the stump dump

    • @CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC
      @CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      If you watch any of my other videos of my property, its all ledge! you can even see me drive over ledge near the end going up the bank. Can't dig much more than a foot in my yard unfortunately.

  • @austin_h
    @austin_h ปีที่แล้ว

    How’s the t66 holding up? I am thinking about purchasing one but I heard about electrical issues with the r series. I debating this one and a t770.

    • @CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC
      @CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC  ปีที่แล้ว

      I have yet to have any electrical issues and I have around 500 hours on it now. No major issues thus far and hopefully none to come!

    • @austin_h
      @austin_h ปีที่แล้ว

      @@CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC awesome man! Glad to hear that, what year is your t66?

  • @maraudermitchelli
    @maraudermitchelli 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How is this machine on your lawn? About how much was this machine? Good video any help is appreciated

    • @CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC
      @CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Like any tracked machine, it will leave marks in the lawn if driven straight or tear it up if turning. The cost was ~$65k.

    • @michaelpungitore7292
      @michaelpungitore7292 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC I’m in MA and the dealer has a T66 available. The machine is about $65k, but then the comfort package and performance package put it at $81k. The packages include back up camera, 7 in screen, high flow, HVAC, Ect. Did you get these options for the $65k?

    • @CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC
      @CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ours is std flow and basic comfort package (heat/ac/5in reg screen but it also has backup camera). Not the top deluxe with touch screen stuff.

    • @michaelpungitore7292
      @michaelpungitore7292 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC Thank you. They claim it’s “Middle of the road”, but $80k seems pretty steep. I want the machine, but want to make sure I’m not paying $15k more bc of COVID.

    • @CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC
      @CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@michaelpungitore7292 Yeah, it is pretty brutal right now. My dealer told me all their prices went up this year, so I imagine it is due in part to that at a baseline anyways.

  • @blackdogexcavator21
    @blackdogexcavator21 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Only reason I didn't buy a Bobcat was that stupid swinging door. That makes no sense at all to me. They do make a nice machine though.

    • @CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC
      @CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yeah, unfortunately almost all skid steers have the swinging door aside from Kubota and Takeuchi. It is something I can overlook considering how impressive the rest of the machine is for our work.

    • @blackdogexcavator21
      @blackdogexcavator21 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC I wanted to buy one but just couldn't get past that door. I guess it depends on the type of work you're doing that determines whether or not it's an issue. I do love Bobcat machines and if I get another excavator it'll be another Bobcat.

  • @funtyes1970
    @funtyes1970 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bobcat are great machines but i think there way over price compared to machines like Caterpillar,John Deere,Kubota, and so on

  • @markpeterson89
    @markpeterson89 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You need a grapple

  • @Frost212
    @Frost212 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    ....Here i had suggested buying a bigger Kubota and you just go hog and buy a new bobcat xD

  • @jasonjones5965
    @jasonjones5965 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Joystick control what a shame I'm out. was going to buy one but that's a deal breaker.

    • @CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC
      @CarlsonSonLandscapingLLC  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You can get them with foot controls as well, they have both packages.

    • @zacd7094
      @zacd7094 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You will never touch one with foot controls again after driving this… had a guy let me borrow his foot control model. It was awful. These are so much less work on your legs