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Choosing the Right Snow Removal Attachment for Your Skid Steer

Feb. 15 2021 Buying Guide By Magnum Power

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When a snowstorm hits, you need to be ready. Having the proper equipment can be the difference between having to stop working and pushing through the weather and getting the job done. If you already own a skid steer, you’re in luck. If you outfit your machine with the right snow removal attachment, you’ll be able to get rid of the powder in no time! 

At Magnum Power, we don’t want you to get sidelined by a little inconvenient weather. That’s why we’ve created the following guide breaking down different kinds of snow removal attachments for your skid steer. Keep reading to find out which one is best for you. If you have any questions, call us at our location in Lawson, Missouri. We are proud to serve Clay County and Kansas City too!

Snow Buckets

A snow bucket is going to be the most affordable skid steer attachment on the market.

This implement can be used in a few common scenarios:

  • For a small job where you don’t need to push a ton of powder
  • The snow needs to be loaded into a truck to be removed from the site
  • You need to load salt or sand

Some drawbacks of these attachments are they don’t have a large capacity compared to other implements, and they can be dangerous if you hit anything below the surface like a curb or manhole. This could lead to damage to the ground. 

Snow Pusher

Snow pushers are another great skid steer attachment for the winter. Compared to a bucket, this tool has more capacity. Another benefit of this particular attachment is the angled boot edges, which allow the implement to rise up and ride over the surface. You won’t have to worry about damaging the ground. However, you won’t be able to load any materials into it. That means this is not ideal if you need to transport piles away from the site.

Angle Plows

When you opt for an angle snow plow, your skid steer will become more efficient. This implement works by pushing the material out of the way as you move forward. The operator rolls the attachment back and pushes it to the full extended height of the broom. The angle of the plow helps it to make the most of its size. You won’t have to worry about trying to tilt it back to hold the powder like you would with a bucket. One of the biggest selling points of a snow plow is the fact that you can turn your skid steer at the ends of rows and plow both ways instead of returning to the starting point to make a second pass.

Snow Blower

One more great snow removal attachment for your skid steer is a snow blower. This implement is the best for moving material away from edges. A snow blower can throw the fresh powder up to 30 feet depending on the model you choose! You’ll be able to get a clean and square edge that you can’t get with a plow. A snow blower also decreases the risk of damaging the surface underneath.

We hope you find this guide useful! At Magnum Power, we want you to leave our dealership satisfied. That’s why we are here to answer any questions you still have. We are located in Lawson, Missouri and proudly serve Clay County and Kansas City. What are you waiting for? It’s time to get prepared for the next snowstorm!