Mini Track Loader Rental for Home Projects?
Published: February 5, 2025
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When to Rent a Mini Track Loader
Downed tree? Broken fence post? Or uneven grade? Most people would jump straight to a skid-steer loader. We’ve done that too. But sometimes the mini track loader is a better call. It just depends on where you’re working and what you’re doing. So when should you rent a Bobcat® mini track loader? And what kind of projects can you use it on? Keep reading to find out.
Skid-Steer Loader vs. Mini Track Loader: What's the Difference?
You’ve probably heard skid-steer loader, mini skid steer, and mini track loader tossed around like they mean the same thing. Let’s break it down:
Skid-Steer Loader (SSL): A loader that can do just about anything. Skid-steer loaders (also called skid steers) have four wheels and include a cab or a roll-over protection structure (ROPS).
Note: If you’re looking for a skid-steer loader with tracks, we call it a compact track loader (CTL).
Mini Track Loader (MTL): Mini track loaders are also called mini skid steers, mini skid loaders, or mini loaders. If you’re looking at a Bobcat MTL, they’re all talking about the same thing. This is a super small-profile loader. It has two tracks (usually narrower than the ones on a compact track loader). And it has a ride-on platform.
Examples: MT100
Why Rent a Mini Track Loader?
#1: size. The mini track loader is already a small machine, but with the narrow tracks, the machine is just 36” wide. With that, you’ll be able to go through a gate into a backyard. They’ll also fit through doorways or other places where the average skid-steer can’t go.
#2: weight. The MT100 tops out at 3,390 lbs. You can drop by Bobcat of the Rockies after work, rent a mini track loader, and haul it home behind a half-ton truck. You don’t need a big trailer.
#3: low ground impact. Mini track loaders are easy on your yard. Their rubber tracks don’t leave massive ruts. With the wide track option, you can expect a ground pressure of 3.9 psi. If you’re worried about ground impact, though, you could always run a soil conditioner at the end of the project to smooth everything back out.
Which brings us to #4: attachments. You can use just about any Bobcat loader attachment with a MT100. With a mini track loader, you don’t have to choose size or versatility. You get both.
Common Mini Track Loader Projects
Landscaping: moving soil, spreading mulch, digging holes, or leveling ground
Fence or Deck Installation: precise digging for post holes, grading surfaces
Yard Cleanup: clearing debris, removing stumps, or tidying up after storms
Trenching for Utilities: digging and backfilling trenches for pipes, cables, or sprinkler systems
Driveway Work: spreading gravel, fixing uneven spots
Choosing the Right Attachments
When you rent a MT100, you can get many of the same attachments that you would use on a skid-steer loader. For landscaping projects, we suggest looking at these:
- Grapple Bucket: Great for clearing logs and tree limbs
- Auger: Great for digging holes for fence posts or trees
- Soil Conditioner: Great for smoothing dirt, preparing to lay sod, or planting new grass
Pro Tips for First-Time Renters
If you’ve never rented a mini track loader before, here’s a few tips to help you get started.
Check Out Your Site First
Walk around and see what you’re working with. Tight spaces? Slopes? Random obstacles? Better to figure that out early than in the middle of the project.
Make Sure It Travels Right
Know how to safely load and transport materials with the machine. If you’re unsure, ask our Rental team for help.
Keep It Simple with Attachments
Don’t go too crazy with attachment rentals. Start with the basics, like a bucket and a set of pallet forks. If one of our Rental team members thinks you need another attachment as well, take some time to learn how to use it before starting the project.
Start Small
For your first project, don’t overcomplicate it. Keep it straightforward until you’re comfortable.
Bobcat MT100 Mini Track Loader
No need for wheelbarrows, shovels or other hand tools when you roll onto jobsites with the Bobcat® MT100 mini track loader.
Rental Details
$325
Per Day$895
Per Week$2275
Per MonthKey Specs
Performance
Ready to Rent?
If you’ve got a weekend project coming up, check out the Bobcat mini track loader. Our Rental team will work with you to make sure you have everything you need. Odds are, a mini track loader rental will make your life easier, your projects faster, and your yard better. What’s not to love? Contact us today to get started on your MT100 rental.
