Work Vehicle Question

[dickdl]

I need a tracked vehicle that can go through mud and swamp but doesn't need to be able to float. This vehicle will be used to carry heavy loads (1000-2000 lbs.). I am currently using an Argo conquest (with smaller loads) but need something designed more for work than for fun. Looking for any recommendations or suggestions.

[locolouie]

MUDD OX

[hydromike]

The MuddOx website says it has a 1,200 pound payload. With a driver, you're at the lower limit of your desired cargo capacity. Heck, even the Centaur is only rated at 1,500 pounds on land (and no longer rated as being fully "amphibious", but I know you're not looking for that). If you want a HEAVY payload capacity, but don't need to float, I'd go with something from Bombardier or Central Mining Equipment (and others are out there....) The 'Ox is a beast, but if you really want to (safely) load that much on a machine, you'd be safer getting something even more beefy. I've loaded some smaller track-mount CME 550 carriers to the hilt with about 20,000 (yeah, twenty thousand...) pounds, including the weight of the drill and traversed some pretty nasty terrain. The problem gets to be the cost of the unit, even in the used market.

What are you looking to haul?

[Rock Doctor]

My Buddy has about 5 of these things. Sounds like you need a Haglund
This is hauling a whole lift of OSB Plywood, AND my Seadoo/Trailer.

RD

[amphibious drew]

I like RD's suggestion. Also, after speaking with Matt O. of Mud-Ox over the weekend. I learned their new do model is coming out. I don't know the specs but its worth a call. Also, they do a lot of custom builds that the general public doesn't know about. I am sure its not cheap but if that thing RD won't work, at least its something to look into.

[thebuggyman1]

If the conquest is working well for you, why not pull a trailer? An amphibious trailer should "float over the mud just fine.

[mustangwagz]

My Buddy has about 5 of these things. Sounds like you need a Haglund
This is hauling a whole lift of OSB Plywood, AND my Seadoo/Trailer.

RD

dood sweet machines!! Id love to have one! lol RD, i dont wanna hijack this guys thread, but i take it that you musta took your jet ski to the fishing hut eh?

[ezryder]

Look at this, then go to their website and watch the vids. VERY impressive. Sounds like what you're looking for. Wish I could afford it
American Ironhorse in American Ironhorse | eBay Motorcycles

Vids here:
Land Tamer 6x6 XHD Amphibious Vehicle

[dickdl]

MUDD OX

Will be used for hauling maple sap from woods to sugar shack.

[dickdl]

If the conquest is working well for you, why not pull a trailer? An amphibious trailer should "float over the mud just fine.

I do have a trailer. I have found the Conquest does not hold up. Bearings and axles can't take the strain of load and/or trailer.

[dickdl]

ASV

ASV ST-50 Scout looks like just what I am looking for. Now if I can just find a used one. If anyone knows where I can find a used one please let me know. Google search only shows Australia. Doubt I can afford the shipping.

[dickdl]

ASV ST-50 Scout looks like just what I am looking for. Now if I can just find a used one. Hard to justify a new one for use 2 months out of the year.

[Rory_mcw]

What about a Volvo bv202, they were the model before the hagglund bv206?

[brushcutter]

Marsh Master | Making the Impassable Possible I don't know much about them, but they look to be a decent machine. Problem solved? Pricy but awesome, they look to be something between all out industrial like these:Swamp Buggy - MBI and our recreational machines.

One would think the payloads would be higher though. I was surprised when I saw the relatively low payload on both of them. I know from personal experience that the MBI machines are hands down the baddest amphibious machines on earth. If I were in a "mine is badder than yours" contest, I would rent one and bring it to the contest just for kicks. They just don't stop - even pulling a 8'x22' steel boat loaded with men and equipment. Awesome - I mean capitol a-w-e-s-o-m-e machines! NOTHING stops them not even fairly large trees!

[dickdl]

Marsh Master | Making the Impassable Possible I don't know much about them, but they look to be a decent machine. Problem solved? Pricy but awesome, they look to be something between all out industrial like these:Swamp Buggy - MBI and our recreational machines.

One would think the payloads would be higher though. I was surprised when I saw the relatively low payload on both of them. I know from personal experience that the MBI machines are hands down the baddest amphibious machines on earth. If I were in a "mine is badder than yours" contest, I would rent one and bring it to the contest just for kicks. They just don't stop - even pulling a 8'x22' steel boat loaded with men and equipment. Awesome - I mean capitol a-w-e-s-o-m-e machines! NOTHING stops them not even fairly large trees!

That does look like one BAD machine. But getting in and out of it constantly (dumping sap buckets) would get to be a hassle for an old guy like me.