FAQs About Wheel Loaders
United Rentals’ selection of wheel loaders is ready for work and available to you for purchase. Choose from brands offering high-quality options, such as Case, Komatsu and John Deere, for your work needs. Wheel loaders, like track loaders, are great for digging, transporting material, clearing, grading and dumping. However, unlike track loaders, which are intended for rougher terrain and uneven surfaces, wheel loaders are made for finished, even surfaces such as concrete, pavement or landscaped grounds. Enjoy the nimble movement and small size of our wheel loaders while experiencing the efficiency of larger machinery. Select loaders from an assortment of price points and operational weights with a variety of features to suit your site-specific requirements. With several purchase options, including low-interest financing, we offer high-quality products at optimal convenience. Simply submit a request form and a United Rentals specialist will be in touch.
Learn more about our wheel loaders in our FAQ section below.
A front-end loader and wheel loader are effectively the same item. The former title is a more widely used industry-specific name for this piece of equipment. Front-end loaders perform the same functions as wheel loaders: digging, transporting material, clearing, grading and dumping. The primary difference to look for when searching for a loader is whether it has wheels or tracks,as each is made for a different purpose.
Front-end loaders are operated using several different controls on the panel to activate all the features and dictate the overall direction of the machine. Considering the varied purposes, potential uses and safety considerations of front-end loader use, we recommend training through our in-house platform, United Academy. Here, you’re able to become a proficient operator by taking the Front End Loader Operator Certification course. The course is available in both Spanish and English and can be taken virtually.
Similar to other pieces of equipment, front-end loaders operate at varying rates of speed and power. Similarly, their lifting capacity is dependent upon the make and model. To ensure safety, it’s best to consult with a United Rentals specialist if you’re unsure of the capacity of a front-end loader.