How to Use a Bobcat MT100 on Landscaping Jobs

Guide to Bobcat MT100 Attachments for Landscaping

If you’re in the lawn care business, you’re probably already thinking about expanding into landscaping. Do you need a mini track loader? What projects would you use it on? And how many Bobcat MT100 attachments do you need to get? 

Even if you’re a one-man business, a mini skid steer like the Bobcat MT100 can make a big difference for your company. In this article, we’ll walk you through: 

• What a MT100 is 
• Why MT100s are used on landscaping jobs 
• Common MT100 attachments 
• How to use a MT100 on common landscaping jobs 
• The main differences between the MT100 and the MT120 

What is the MT100 Mini Track Loader?

The Bobcat MT100 is a mini track loader built for tight spaces. It is only three feet wide with narrow tracks, so it fits through backyard gates without slowing you down. It still lifts 1,000 pounds, and with the ride-on platform and simple controls, you’ll be running it with confidence on day one. 

Why Choose a MT100 for Landscaping?

For landscaping, the MT100 solves problems bigger machines can’t.  

At 36 inches wide (with a 44-inch-wide option available as well), it slips through backyard gates and side yards so you can get equipment where the work actually is. Its weight, just under 3,400 pounds, makes it easy to haul to and from residential sites without a heavy trailer. On the ground, rubber tracks spread out the load, so you won’t wreck lawns or soft soil while you work. And since it runs a wide range of attachments, you can grade yards, dig holes, move mulch, or clear stumps with the same machine. 

Common Bobcat MT100 Attachments for Landscaping

• Bucket: everyday tool for digging, hauling, and grading 
• Pallet Forks: move pallets of sod, stone, or block quickly 
• Auger: drill holes for fence posts, trees, and shrubs 
• Soil Conditioner: break up clumps and prep the ground for seed or sod 
• Stump Grinder: clear stumps without renting a dedicated machine 
• Grapple Bucket: clamp down and haul brush, logs, or debris 

How to Use the MT100 on Landscaping Projects

Grading & Leveling Yards 

Attachments: Bucket or Soil Conditioner
With the MT100, let the tracks do the work. Drop the bucket slightly tilted forward, then back-drag to smooth high spots into low ones. For final finish, switch to the soil conditioner and keep a steady pace so the drum breaks up clods without digging too deep. Short, overlapping passes work best on uneven ground. 

Planting Trees & Shrubs 

Attachments: Auger and Bucket
Lock in the auger and let the MT100’s hydraulics drill straight, uniform holes. Keep the machine level before you start so your trees sit upright. Once the holes are set, swap to the bucket and feather in soil around the roots by curling the bucket slowly instead of dumping all at once. That way you won’t overfill or pack the soil too tightly. 

Hauling Materials 

Attachments: Pallet Forks or Bucket
When hauling with forks, keep the load low to the ground and tilt back slightly so pallets stay secure as you travel. For loose material in the bucket, scoop in small bites instead of overfilling. The MT100 handles it smoother, and you’ll spill less. Use short, controlled movements in tight spots. 

Removing Obstacles 

Attachments: Stump Grinder and Grapple Bucket
A MT100 makes clean-up tree work easy. Use the grapple bucket to clean up limbs and branches. Then, use the stump grinder to take care of the stump. When you’re using this attachment, always approach stumps slowly and let the grinder teeth work at the surface first before dropping deeper. Sweep side to side in shallow passes instead of forcing it down.  

MT100 vs. MT120: What’s Different?

If you’re already considering the MT100, the newer MT120 is worth a look. The MT100 and MT120 share the same compact footprint. The main difference between the two machines is that the MT100 has a radial lift path and the MT120 has a vertical lift path.

The MT120 also comes with electronic controls. On the performance side, it boosts rated operating capacity from 1,000 to 1,200 pound, and tipping load jumps up by nearly 600 pounds. This new Bobcat mini skid steer model is slightly heavier and taller, but it is still compact enough for landscaping work. If you need more lift, speed, or stability, then the MT120 is a better fit for you. 

Demo a Bobcat Mini Track Loader at Bobcat of Atlanta

If you’re interested in a mini track loader for landscaping, come demo a Bobcat MT100 or MT120. Our team knows these machines inside and out, and they can help you choose the right one for your business. Plus, we have a large inventory of Bobcat MT100 attachments available for you. Get started at Bobcat of Atlanta today! 

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