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2025 Loftness Kwik-Trim™

The Kwik-Trim is more maneuverable and cost effective than large-scale mechanical trimmers. And it’s more productive than using bucket trucks or hand climbing. The Kwik-Trim features a customized mini excavator chassis with a 53-foot boom reach to efficiently handle the vast majority of tree trimming needs, making it the perfect tool for right-of-way vegetation management.

The highly maneuverable Kwik-Trim has an impressive 53-foot reach for a compact machine. That’s good enough to reach the vast majority of tree branches along utility line right-of-ways. And it’s certainly enough to save you time and money.

The Takeuchi TB260 power unit platform has been customized for vegetation management with full-view bronze tinted polycarbonate windows that are a half-inch thick. The unit has been ROPS, FOPS and OPS certified to ensure maximum safety, and the non-conducive boom has been certified to ANSI A92-2 Category C. But it’s also comfortable, featuring a climate-controlled cab, fully adjustable seat, AM/FM radio with auxiliary audio jack, and a cupholder.

Loftness’ Counter-Rotating Track Control System allows you to maintain precise saw position while rotating the track undercarriage. Thanks to this innovative feature, you can confidently and safely position the Kwik-Trim on some of the tightest jobsites.

The Kwik-Trim produces low ground pressure, makes little noise and has a small footprint, making it more acceptable in residential areas than larger trimming equipment. Nonetheless, its wide stance and low center of gravity helps provide enhanced stability on uneven terrain.

Unlike large-scale mechanical trimmers, the Kwik-Trim doesn’t require a lowboy trailer and semi truck for transport. Weighing only 14,000 pounds, it can be towed with a pickup and standard trailer. This allows crews to maneuver more easily on tight jobsites, while keeping a lower profile.

Variable displacement piston pumps and custom valving provide smooth, precise hydraulic control of the boom.

Features may include:

• The Takeuchi TB260 power unit platform has been customized for vegetation management with full-view bronze tinted polycarbonate windows that are a half-inch thick with a guard. The cab has met the following certifications:

• ISO 8084 OPS

• ISO 8083 FOPS

• ISO 8082-2 ROPS

• ISO 3471 ROPS

• ISO 12117-2 ROPS

• The Kwik-Trim cab has a variety of features for operator comfort:

• Heat and air conditioning

• Fully adjustable seat

• AM/FM radio with auxiliary audio jack

• Cupholder

• The powerful 47.6 diesel engine has an EPA final tier 4 rating, but does not require DEF. It uses only 1.6 gallons of fuel per hour.

• Variable displacement piston pumps and custom valving provide smooth, precise hydraulic control of the boom. Other standard features include a large capacity oil cooler for maximum reliability and an easy access panel to hydraulic components, eliminating the need to tilt the cab for maintenance.

• Pilot-operated joysticks offer precise control with low effort. They follow industry-standard controls for intuitive operation.