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"content": "<p>Grading is a process that ensures the ground or base is level, this can be done on a small or large scale. If you’ve ever done a road trip to country Australia I’m sure you’ve driven on a dirt road or two. These roads are graded to ensure a level and safe driving surface.</p>
<p>However, you may need to grade certain areas on the farm for machinery to come in or alike, meaning a grader (the large scale grading machines) are just not necessary or within the budget. This is where a skid steer comes in handy as all you’ll need is an attachment that can be used for grading!</p>
<h4><strong>Ok what should I use to grade with a Skid Steer?</strong></h4>
<p>For a basic grade, you can simply use a quality bucket as the front will move the material and the back will smooth. But in saying this, there are a range of attachments that suit skid steers that are specifically designed for skid steers! </p>
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<li>
<a href="/products/skid-steer-dozer-blade" title="Himac Dozer Blade"> <strong>Dozer Blade</strong></a> - built to handle hardpack materials with hydraulic angle and tilt functionality.</li>
<li>
<a href="/products/skid-steer-grader-blade" title="Grader Blade for Skid Steers"> <strong>Grader Blade</strong></a> - the ultimate advanced version of a dozer blade, with electro-hydraulic tilt, angle and height adjust from the cab.</li>
<li>
<strong><a href="/products/skid-steer-ripper" title="Skid Steer Ripper attachment">Ripper</a> and <a href="/products/skid-steer-spreader-bar" title="Skid Steer Level Spreader Bar">Level Bar</a></strong> - if you don't need to invest to the level of a dedicated blade, a two-stage process of using a Ripper (ripping up soil, rocks and other difficult material) and Level Bar (levelling uneven ground) could do the trick.</li>
</ul>
<h4><strong>So, how do I choose an Attachment?</strong></h4>
<p>So we’ve given you a few different options, now to choose what’s best for you…</p>
<p>First things first, talk to our team and other operators to get some real reviews and advice on what’s best for your area. A lot of the decision comes down to the ground in which you’re grading and that’s specific to your area.</p>
<p>Finally, check what attachments are actually compatible with your skid steer. Ensure you have the appropriate operating capacity for the attachment you want.</p>
<h5 class="hr-2"><strong>Sources</strong></h5>
<p><a href="https://www.westrac.com.au/blog/the-eight-best-skid-steer-attachments-and-their-uses#:~:text=box%20blade%20%2F%20smart%20grader%20blade,sand%20and%20other%20base%20materials%20">https://www.westrac.com.au/blog/the-eight-best-skid-steer-attachments-and-their-uses#:~:text=box%20blade%20%2F%20smart%20grader%20blade,sand%20and%20other%20base%20materials </a></p>
<p><a href="https://skidsteersdirect.com/blogs/news/best-skid-steer-attachments-for-grading-how-to-grade-with-a-bucket">https://skidsteersdirect.com/blogs/news/best-skid-steer-attachments-for-grading-how-to-grade-with-a-bucket</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.forconstructionpros.com/equipment/attachments/dozer-blade-attachments/article/21194474/skid-steers-and-compact-track-loaders-prove-costeffective-finish-grade-alternatives">https://www.forconstructionpros.com/equipment/attachments/dozer-blade-attachments/article/21194474/skid-steers-and-compact-track-loaders-prove-costeffective-finish-grade-alternatives</a></p>",
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<p>For a basic grade, you can simply use a quality skid steer bucket, however there are a range of attachments that are specifically designed for grading with skid steers.</p>",
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<p>For a basic grade, you can simply use a quality skid steer bucket, however there are a range of attachments that are specifically designed for grading with skid steers.</p>",
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