The new Thomas 185 skid-steer loader is an upgrade and replacement of the Thomas 175 model. The 185 features high-lift bucket height over 11 feet, an operating weight of 7,200 pounds, lift capacity of 1,850 pounds and over two tons of breakout force. “From grading and paving to lifting and loading, the Thomas 185 is as tough as its driver and versatile as conditions demand,” said Petter Etholm, President. “The Thomas 185 does heavy lift and carry jobs as easily as routine worksite tasks and offers cab comfort and extensive features,” noted Gilbert Bedard, VP of global sales. “The Thomas 185 is powered by a four-cyclinder 59-hp Tier-3 engine that meets or beats environmental standards, moves at nearly eight mph and features an easy-to-service universal joint, rather than troublesome traditional bands, and has a 100-chain-drive to deliver tremendous traction.” Bedard said the Thomas 185 also includes standard features such as a Sound Suppression System Kit around the engine; a fully lined cab for comfort; hand controls; self-level valve control; and extensive extras, from electrical rigging for future use and lockable fuel and hydraulic caps to a dome light and horn.
The Thomas 185 skid-steer loader also features two in-line hydrostatic pumps to lift, pull, and hoist; dump height over nine feet; sure grip eight- or 10-ply tires for stability and pushing power; and a range of attachments and options. Also recently introduced by Thomas, the smallest of the company’s line of skid-steer loaders is the 85 model, which has a 33-inch wheelbase and 36-inch wide bucket. The 85 model is designed compact, yet offers a roomy cab and good visibility. Lift capacity is 850 pounds with two bucket cylinders for maximum front end strength. Breakout force exceeds 2,200 pounds and power comes from a 19.8-hp Kubota diesel engine.
The Thomas 185 skid-steer loader also features two in-line hydrostatic pumps to lift, pull, and hoist; dump height over nine feet; sure grip eight- or 10-ply tires for stability and pushing power; and a range of attachments and options. Also recently introduced by Thomas, the smallest of the company’s line of skid-steer loaders is the 85 model, which has a 33-inch wheelbase and 36-inch wide bucket. The 85 model is designed compact, yet offers a roomy cab and good visibility. Lift capacity is 850 pounds with two bucket cylinders for maximum front end strength. Breakout force exceeds 2,200 pounds and power comes from a 19.8-hp Kubota diesel engine.
