Strawbale Archive for March 2002

If you are just digging simple footings and utility trench the 331 might do it
just fine - lots of variables. A backhoe will be more multi purpose but be more
unwieldy and expensive. If it's a big job with plenty of access the 'hoe might
be ultimately less expensive.

BTW, in my area the local Bobcat dealer does rentals. Since they are closed on
weekends, a unit rented on Friday morning isn't due until Monday morning and
just counts for one day rental (up to 8 hours machine running time, minimal
charge for overtime). This can be an advantage if your job has lots of engine
off time between digging sessions. Also the machines are better maintained than
the average rental yard and there are a  lot more  attachments available. You
might find a skid steer with a backhoe attachment would be a good match for your
job.

More info at http://www.bobcat.com

Marcus

Kirk Haines wrote:
> 
> This is just a general knowledge type of question, here.  I am trying to
> figure out my options for doing the excavation work for our construction
> work this summer.  As is so common, we are operating on a shoestring budget,
> so I want to make my $$$ go as far as possible.

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