Magnatrac Mini Dozer for Sale: A Review

Are you in the market for a mini dozer that can handle small to medium-sized digging and scooping tasks around your home? If so, the Magnatrac Mini Dozer may be worth considering. However, it's essential to have realistic expectations about its capabilities.

In my experience with this unit, I found it to be suitable for a homeowner who wants to tackle occasional digging and scooping projects. However, it's not designed for heavy-duty use at a sawmill or for daily logging chores. Even with four-wheel drive (4WD), the Magnatrac can struggle on slippery terrain, such as dirt piles or snow.

One of its main limitations is its lack of traction due to its narrow wheel base and short wheelbase. This makes it prone to spinning when digging into dense soil or trying to push a large pile of snow. In addition, the front bucket's limited capacity means that filling it with dirt does little to improve traction.

The backhoe attachment is decent for trenching and removing small stumps, but its lifting capacity (rated at 800 lbs) is only suitable for lightweight loads on flat ground. Raising a load high on an inclined hillside can cause the tractor to become unstable due to its narrow wheel base and short wheelbase.

If you're looking for a mini dozer for heavy-duty logging chores, I would recommend considering other options. However, if you're a homeowner with occasional digging and scooping needs, the Magnatrac Mini Dozer may be suitable.

For comparison purposes, I had previously owned a Massey 2310 TLB that was similar in size, horsepower, and weight to the Bx24 model being discussed. While it performed adequately for small tasks, it was not designed for heavy-duty use.

When considering a Kubota tractor with a backhoe attachment, be sure to check whether the backhoe is plumbed to the tractor or driven by a PTO (power take-off). For a smaller tractor like this, I would recommend opting for a separate unit that is plumbed rather than PTO-driven. This can make it easier to sell if you no longer need it.

In my case, I opted for a tow-behind backhoe attachment, which had better specifications and was priced similarly to the PTO-driven option. While the PTO-driven unit may seem convenient, it could put excessive strain on the tractor's sub-frame over time.

Overall, while the Magnatrac Mini Dozer has its limitations, it can be a suitable choice for homeowners with occasional digging and scooping needs. Just be sure to set realistic expectations about its capabilities and consider other options if you require a more heavy-duty mini dozer.

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