870k loader or ??

[Efroeh]

I've been looking into buying a loader to add to my construction equipment. I have contacted tang from eagle and got pricing on the 870k loader with the exchange rate the way it is it'll be little over 5000 canadian by the time it's here. I was wondering is there alternatives to the eagle machine? I know it will cost more but I'd be willing to pay extra for quality and less down time.

[Rimrock]

The german Wedico CAT966 is the next step up. It comes as a painted kit, no radio or other electronics incl. (Can get one for about 6400-6800 CAD incl shipping from Europe)

[Efroeh]

Thanks I'll look into the carson. Tang from eagle is off for new yrs be back the 5th so should have enough time to decide.

[Northern Farmer]

I always liked Fumotec Komatsu WA-500

http://www.csmi.com.au/index.php?route=product/product&path=73_75&product_id=334

[Northern Farmer]

You can see both models in action in this video :)

https://youtu.be/kcd7D4h26zM

[Efroeh]

So it has come to my attention that a graupner 574 loader. It's a original not a bruder conversion. I don't know much about it was wondering if anyone had some information about them.

[liftmys10]

I always liked Fumotec Komatsu WA-500

http://www.csmi.com.au/index.php?route=product/product&path=73_75&product_id=334

I did a search on this forum for the wa500, only one person posted a build thread on it from germany. Maybe one other person has one. It does look great. I'm thinking of adding one to compliment my pc700. Any other info on the wa500?

[roadranger]

What Scale is this one? Anyone hear of these? All metal?? Or plastic/metal?

http://www.cti-modellbau.de/Baumaschinen/Radlader/-74-102-110-170-185-192-199-210-214-277-287.html

[Northern Farmer]

I did a search on this forum for the wa500, only one person posted a build thread on it from germany. Maybe one other person has one. It does look great. I'm thinking of adding one to compliment my pc700. Any other info on the wa500?

"As already known from other Fumotec models, this wheel loader is built from solid TIG welded steel frame parts. The 4 brushless drive engines result in an easy to modulate and high performance drive that is second to none. The hydraulic unit included in the assembly kit is very effective and powerful, already at a working pressure of only 14 bar. Therefore, you will receive a high performance model which combines approved technology and innovative ideas to fulfill the guiding principle: Fumotec – moving more!"

Technical Data:

Length: 705 mm
Width: 230 mm
Height: 270 mm
Scale: 1:14
Weight: 14 kg

http://www.fumotec.de/englisch/modelle/wheel-loader-wa500-6/index.php
https://www.facebook.com/fumotec.de/?ref=page_internal

[Northern Farmer]

What Scale is this one? Anyone hear of these? All metal?? Or plastic/metal?

http://www.cti-modellbau.de/Baumaschinen/Radlader/-74-102-110-170-185-192-199-210-214-277-287.html

1/16 scale based off Bruder's FED just like Magom's. It's not a heavy model, so it's best suited to play with lighter materials.

[trucker1970]

did you get a loader yet? RC4WD is the North American distributor for Eagle Machinery and has them in stock around $4700 CAD to your door

[Efroeh]

Yes I bought a used 870k from a member on this site. It's a great machine

[lenny]

good choice on the 870k. I have had mine for a few months and this machine is always ready to get the job done. I would recommend this peice for anyone who may be interested in a loader.