Skid Steer Broom & Sweeper Attachments

A skid steer broom clears a lot more ground than a crew with push brooms, and it does it without the dust and back strain. The category splits three ways. Angle brooms sweep debris off to one side, which suits parking lots, driveways, and construction entrances. Pick-up brooms sweep material into a collection bucket, so you carry debris away instead of pushing it somewhere else. Utility and rotary brooms sit between the two. The decisions that matter are hydraulic flow, typically 10 to 25 GPM, and whether you want manual or hydraulic angle. Water kits knock down dust and are often required on municipal work. For heavier snow, a snow pusher is the right tool.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a push broom and a pick-up broom?

A push broom sweeps debris to the side or straight ahead and leaves it for you to deal with, which is fine for light work like barn aisles and shop floors where dust is
not an issue. A pick-up broom uses a hydraulic motor to sweep material up into a collection bucket, so you can carry it off and dump it. Pick-up brooms cost more but
are the right call for job site cleanup.

Do I need a hydraulic or manual angle broom?

A hydraulic angle broom lets you change the sweep angle from the cab, which matters when you are working a parking lot and need to windrow debris in different
directions without stopping. It requires an electrical connection on the machine. A manual angle broom is set by hand before you start and costs noticeably less, which
makes it the better value for repetitive, fixed-direction jobs.

Can a skid steer broom handle snow?

Yes, for light accumulation. Utility and rotary brooms clear a few inches from sidewalks, entrances, and parking lots effectively, and they leave a cleaner surface than a plow because the bristles reach down to the pavement. For heavier snow a broom will bog down and you want a dedicated snow pusher or plow instead. Many
contractors run a broom for finish work after plowing the bulk.

Are water kits necessary for broom attachments?

They are optional but worth specifying on most jobs. A water kit, typically 25 to 37 gallons, sprays a light mist ahead of the bristles to keep dust down while you sweep.
Municipal and commercial contracts often require one outright, and even where they do not, dust suppression makes the work cleaner for everyone on site and
improves visibility for the operator.

What skid steers are compatible with these brooms?

Nearly all of them. Brooms in this collection use the universal quick-attach mount found on Bobcat, Case, New Holland, Terex, and most other full-size machines, so the
plate is rarely the constraint. What you do need to confirm is auxiliary hydraulic flow, generally 10 to 25 GPM, and an electrical connection if you are running a
hydraulic angle model. Send us your machine model and we will confirm.