An experienced farmer from New South Wales, Australia, runs a mixed farm of approximately 200 acres, primarily growing pasture and fruit trees, and raising cattle. The farm handles a large volume of daily tasks, including manure handling, timber transport, and feed distribution. Previously, this relied on manual labor and small tractors, resulting in low efficiency and rising labor costs.
Challenges:
Inefficient Manure Handling:Approximately 20 tons of organic manure need to be handled monthly; traditional methods are time-consuming and labor-intensive.
Difficult Timber Transport: The farm has timber processing needs, and handling large timbers is inconvenient.
Multifunctional Requirements:A single machine is needed to adapt to various agricultural scenarios.
Ease of Operation:The farm's workforce is diverse in age, requiring equipment that is easy to learn and operate.
Solution:
In October 2025, after comparing various options, Mr. Wilson ultimately selected two T460 skid steer loaders from our company, equipped with forklift attachments. The reasons for his selection were:
Tracked Adaptability:The T460's triangular rubber tracks are suitable for soft farm ground and do not easily sink.
Compact Size: With a width of only 1050mm, it can operate flexibly in narrow areas such as orchards and cattle sheds.
Quick Attachment Change: Equipped with a quick-change system, the forklift arm can be installed or removed in 5 minutes.
Easy Operation: The intuitive control system allows farm workers to master the basics with just half a day of training.
Practical Application Scenarios
Scenario 1: Fertilizer Storage and Distribution
Operation Method: Using forklift attachments to move 1-ton bags of fertilizer.
Efficiency Comparison: Previously, two people could move 4 tons in one hour; now, a single person can complete the same amount of work in 15 minutes.
Customer Feedback: "During the fertilization season, these two machines save at least 6 man-hours per day and eliminate the need for manual handling..." Safety risks during transportation.
Scenario 2: Timber Handling and Stacking
Work Content: Transporting logs from the forest area to the processing area and stacking processed planks.
Load Capacity: Stable handling of 500-800kg of timber per load.
Special Advantage: Tracked design provides stable performance on slippery forest ground, reducing the risk of slipping.
Scenario 3: Multi-functional Auxiliary Operations
Winter: Replacing snowplow attachments for road snow removal.
Spring: Installing buckets for land leveling.
Daily feed handling and site cleanup.
Customer Testimonials
"Initially, I had some concerns about equipment made in China, but LEAD's T460 completely changed my mind. These two machines have become indispensable to our farm." "These are 'multi-functional hands.' They not only performed the initial tasks of transporting fertilizer and timber, but also took on many other tasks we hadn't expected. What I'm most satisfied with is that the tracked system performed excellently even on our farm's wet, muddy ground, and maintenance was much simpler than I imagined."
"The after-sales service is also commendable. When we have operational questions, the LEAD technical support team always responds within 24 hours. We also recently received their seasonal maintenance reminders, and this proactive service gives us peace of mind." Project Highlights: Clear Return on Investment: Expected to recoup the equipment's investment within 18 months through labor cost savings. Investment Benefits:
Enhanced Safety: Reduces safety hazards associated with manual handling of heavy materials.
Extended Applications: The customer plans to add drill bit attachments for fence post installation in the future.
Environmental Contribution: Compared to the farm's existing equipment, the new machine has lower emissions and is quieter.
Technical Improvement Recommendations: Based on feedback from Wilson Farm, our technical team has recorded the following improvement recommendations:
Enhance air filter maintenance reminders for the dusty farm environment.
Develop a dedicated forklift arm better suited for handling long timber.
Provide a multilingual (including English) user interface option.
Summary: This case study demonstrates the diverse application potential of skid steer loaders in modern farms. The T460, with its compact design, strong adaptability, and quick attachment change system, successfully solved a real challenge for Australian farmers. Our company not only provides the product, but more importantly, a complete material handling solution and reliable after-sales support, helping customers truly achieve efficiency improvements and cost optimization.
