Why compact machines suit WA properties
On a farm or lifestyle block, many jobs are too big for a shovel but too small to book a contractor for. A compact machine you own gets them done when the weather and your schedule allow.
Common jobs and the right machine
| Job | Machine | Useful attachments |
|---|---|---|
| Fence lines and strainer posts | R18 PRO / R22 PRO or RS06 | Auger, rotary drill |
| Firebreaks and tracks | R22 PRO / R32 PRO | Rake, digging bucket, blade |
| Dam and trough maintenance | R32 PRO | Mud bucket, tilt bucket |
| Drainage and culverts | R18 PRO / R22 PRO | Tilt bucket, trenching bucket |
| Land clearing and logs | R22 PRO / R32 PRO | Rake, rotating log grapple, thumb |
| Moving feed, soil and materials | RS06 / RS10 | 4-in-1 bucket, pallet forks |
| Carting soil and rock on soft ground | RD06 tracked mini dumper | — |
| Mowing steep or rough areas | SH-550Y remote track mower | — |
Firebreaks and bushfire preparation
Most WA shires publish annual firebreak and fuel load requirements with specific deadlines. Check your local shire's firebreak notice, then plan machine work well before the due date. Always check for underground services before cutting new breaks.
Choosing between an excavator and a loader
If you'll mostly dig — posts, drains, dams — start with an excavator. If you'll mostly move material — feed, soil, mulch — start with a skid steer. Many properties end up with both. Read skid steer vs mini excavator.
Regional WA customers
Our yard is in Bellevue, on Perth's eastern edge — convenient for the Great Eastern Highway and routes to the Wheatbelt and Avon Valley. Contact us with your location to talk through options for getting a machine to your property.
Finance for farm equipment
Spread the cost with our finance partners. Finance is subject to approval; speak with your accountant about your situation.
Need help choosing? Call 1300 263 551, visit us at 10 Bushby St, Bellevue WA 6056, or send an enquiry.
Our Bellevue team can help you choose the right machine and attachments.
