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Old 03-26-2006, 05:38 PM
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We just purchased a Takeuchi TL 140. The thing is big and the cab is roomy. One of the best features is the flip up overhead door, like an excavator. I haven't had much of a chance to use it yet but I did the numbers on track running costs and they are as follows: ASV or CAT, same track system, $5 plus an hour to run, Takeuchi $3 and hour or less to run. Big difference.
What I've heard from owners of both: if it's gonna be owner operated go with a CAT or ASV, better ride. If employees are running it, Takeuchi, less maintenance, simpler, built tough but the ride is harder. I'm not running mine so...
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