Strengths The machine is very fast on travel speed. The machine is 40 hp vs 28 in competitor which means the pump is working at 50% capacity vs. 100% capacity. This means the service life will be much longer. Hydrostatic drive is much stronger pushing than conventional. Cab has much more room than competitors. MADE IN THE USA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Weaknesses Machine is tipsy when stretched out.

Overall

Strengths Zero tailswing machine, no spotter needed with machine in tight areas. Cab was roomy.

Weaknesses Machine was loud and had to be run full open to take advantage of 5MPH "FAST TRACK". I didn't feel it was as smooth as another zero tail swing machine I tried. (That machine was Orange in color, by the way!) and the Bobcat was 40 HP VS. Oranges 28 HP which I felt (orange) was also more powerful. Horse power doesn't matter,the pumps in the machine matter. (Remember this) I'm Sorry, but I'm truthful!!!! I went into this with an open mind looking to get the best for my money. I went orange. (200 Hrs on her and I love it)

Overall Not a bad machine, although I feel all the hype on it is over rated. I suggest people look hard at all the machines when spending $40,000 and don't fall for a product because manufacturers who advertise and market to the extreme and say their's is the best. They said that orange could hold a candle to theirs. Boy were they wrong. (In my eye anyways) Good luck!!! and check them all out.