Head to head
RS04 vs RS06
The jump from garden loader to real loader.
| RS04 | RS06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Class | Stand-on | Compact |
| Engine | Kubota Z482 | Kubota D1105 |
| Power | 11.1 kW | 18.2 kW |
| Rated load | 175 kg | 600 kg |
| Price | $10,890 | $19,990 |
Verdict
The RS06 more than triples the rated load (600 kg against 175 kg) and opens up the mid-size attachment set: brush cutters, stump grinders, log splitters, trenchers. It is also bigger and needs a trailer. If you move sand, mulch and bales in volume, or want powered attachments, the RS06 is the one. If your loads are barrow-sized and access is tight, stay with the RS04.
RS04 is best for
- Landscapers and paving crews
- Trenching reticulation with the RS04 trencher
- Properties where a full skid steer is too big
RS06 is best for
- Horse properties, hobby farms and acreage
- Landscapers moving sand, mulch and gravel all day
- Anyone pairing a loader with a 1.5 to 2 tonne excavator