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High-lift skid steer

High-lift skid steer
The Thomas 185 Skid Steer Loader replaces the popular Thomas 175, and features a high-lift bucket height over 11 feet, an operating weight of 7,200 pounds, lift capacity of 1,850 pounds and over two tons of breakout force.

It is powered by a 4-cyclinder 59-hp Tier-3 engine, moves at nearly eight mph, features an easy-to-service universal joint rather than traditional bands, and has a 100-chain-drive to deliver tremendous traction. The Thomas 185 also includes standard features such as a sound suppression system around the engine and self-level valve control.

The Thomas 185 Skid Steer Loader also features: two in-line hydrostatic pumps to lift, pull, and hoist; dump height over nine feet; sure grip 8-ply or 10-ply tires for stability and pushing power; and a range of attachments and options.