Best Skid Steer for Farming & Agriculture Under $25,000 (Canada 2025)

Shopping for a farming & agriculture skid steer under $25,000? Based on 11,660 auction results in this price range, here are the best options and what to expect.

What Under $25,000 Gets You

What to Expect

Machines 10-15+ years old with 3,000-5,000+ hours. Older Bobcat 773/S185, Case 400-series, John Deere 320D/318D. Often "project" condition. May lack enclosed cabs or high-flow.

Tradeoffs

Higher maintenance costs, parts concerns for very old models, no Tier 4 compliance, limited dealer support. Wheeled units more common than tracks.

Best Strategy

Look for proven workhorses with documented maintenance. Older mechanical designs can outlast newer electronics. Budget extra for repairs.

Market Data: Under $25,000

11,660

Sold in Range

$9,232

Avg Price

2,982

Avg Hours

2009

Avg Year

Best Models Under $25,000

Model Avg Price Avg Hours Sales
Case 199 $14,491 3,844 242 Prices →
Bobcat S185 $17,132 4,352 131 Prices →
Bobcat S250 $16,507 4,867 129 Prices →
Bobcat S300 $17,365 4,891 79 Prices →
Case 184 $12,161 3,765 79 Prices →
Bobcat S175 $16,251 3,413 68 Prices →
Case 450 $17,721 2,799 65 Prices →
Case 198 $9,545 3,058 62 Prices →
Gehl 200 $16,181 2,648 56 Prices →
Bobcat S650 $17,406 4,087 52 Prices →
Bobcat T52 $11,818 1,387 52 Prices →
Bobcat T190 $18,441 3,756 47 Prices →
Bobcat S150 $15,392 3,083 45 Prices →
Bobcat T55 $12,717 1,566 44 Prices →
New Holland S180 $14,925 3,152 43 Prices →

Available Under $25,000

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