Question 1

Is this a skid steer or a track loader?

Accepted Answer

Most people call it a skid steer, and that's how most folks search for it, but technically ours are compact track loaders (a Bobcat T66 and a Kubota SVL75-2). The only real difference is tracks instead of wheels. It does all the same jobs a wheeled skid steer does, grading, digging, brush, demo, and material handling, but the tracks spread the weight to just 5.6 psi, so it's far gentler on lawns and driveways and holds a slope a wheeled machine can't. For homeowner work, the tracks are an upgrade, not a compromise.

Question 2

Do I need experience to operate a track loader?

Accepted Answer

No prior experience is required. When we deliver, we walk you through the controls, safety features, and tips for your specific job. Most homeowners are comfortable and productive within 30 minutes. The joystick controls are intuitive, think of it like a big RC car with a bucket.

Question 3

Can the track loader fit through a standard residential gate?

Accepted Answer

Our Bobcat T66 is 67 inches (5'7") wide and our Kubota SVL75-2 is 68.3 inches (5'8"). Most double gates are 8-10 feet wide, so it typically fits. Single-car gates (typically 10-12 feet) will work. Measure your gate before booking and text us the width, we'll confirm.

Question 4

Will the track loader damage my lawn or driveway?

Accepted Answer

Both our loaders run at 5.6 psi ground pressure, well below the 10-12 psi a typical adult exerts while walking. The rubber tracks are much gentler than a wheeled loader or steel track machine. On soft or wet grass, expect some minor marks that will recover quickly.

Question 5

What can I use the track loader for as a homeowner?

Accepted Answer

The most common DIY homeowner jobs are: fire break and brush clearing, dirt moving and grading, demo of concrete or old hardscape, moving heavy materials like pavers or flagstone, and spreading mulch or soil. The brush cutter handles overgrown lots and hillsides. The pallet forks move anything on a pallet.

Question 6

My car is very low. Can I load it on the trailer without scraping?

Accepted Answer

Yes, that's exactly why we include race ramps. Race ramps create a gradual, low-angle approach that bridges the gap between the trailer deck and the ground. Combined with the full-tilt deck, even cars with 3-4 inches of clearance load cleanly. The 12,000 lb wireless winch also means you can pull the car on without relying on the car's own power.

Question 7

Do I need a truck to tow the trailer?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you need a vehicle rated to tow 14,000 lbs GVWR with a 2-5/16 inch ball hitch. Most full-size trucks (F-150, F-250, RAM 1500/2500, Silverado, Tundra) and larger SUVs (Tahoe, Suburban, Expedition) qualify. Confirm your truck's tow rating in the owner's manual or door sticker before booking.

Question 8

What does equipment delivery cost?

Accepted Answer

Delivery and pickup are $150 within a 30-minute drive of our Escondido yard, $250 for drives up to 45 minutes and $350 up to 60 minutes. The fee covers both trips. Further out we do not deliver, and anyone with a suitable truck and trailer can collect from the yard instead. This applies to the track loader and its attachments. The tilt trailer and standalone attachments are self-pickup.

Question 9

How much notice do I need to book?

Accepted Answer

As little as the same day in many cases. Text us at 760-454-7943 to check real-time availability. Book ahead for the best choice of dates, especially for weekends. Same-day requests need confirmation.

Question 10

What happens if I damage the equipment?

Accepted Answer

The optional Damage Waiver is pre-selected at checkout. The Damage Waiver costs 12% of the rental and covers accidental damage to the rented equipment during normal, permitted use, up to $10,000 per rental. You pay the first $500 of each incident. Normal wear isn't charged, it's part of the rental price. Exclusions apply, such as misuse or running the machine past its limits. If you decline the waiver, you'll upload a Certificate of Insurance covering rented equipment and naming Iron Coast Equipment LLC as loss payee. If something does happen, text us right away and we'll walk through it with you. Read the full Damage Waiver terms.

Question 11

Can I extend my rental if I need more time?

Accepted Answer

Yes, call or text us and we'll extend your rental if the equipment is available. Additional days bill at the same daily rate. No penalty for extending.

Skid steer & trailer rental in North County San Diego.

Bobcat T66 track loader

Tilt trailer

Skid Steer / Compact Track LoaderBobcat T66 · Enclosed cab · Heat and A/C · High flow

Brush Clearing Equipment, Breakers, and Forks

Brush Cutter Attachment

Hydraulic Breaker Attachment

Pallet Fork Attachment

Tilt Trailer2024 Eagle 20-ft Tilt · 14,000 lb GVWR · Self-pickup

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