FOR SALE – TORO TX525 Tracked Mini Loader
If you’ve hired this machine in the past, congratulations — you already know exactly what kind of chaos, productivity, and mild emotional attachment you’re signing up for.
This mighty ex‑hire unit has lived a full life, lifted things it definitely judged you for lifting, and is still ready for more. It’s super heavy duty, built somewhere around 2011/2012-ish (we’d ask it directly, but it’s at that age where it lies about its birthday).
Comes with a 4‑in‑1 bucket, and if you want to really relive your glory days, you can add an auger and trencher for extra cost. Powered by a D902 Kubota 3‑cylinder diesel, it squeezes into tight spots thanks to being under 900mm wide — perfect for narrow access and questionable decision‑making.
What we know (and what it admits to):
- Hour meter: Incorrect — it’s been replaced at some point. Currently reads 3068 hours, but like all good hire machines, it’s seen things.
- Recent TLC:
- New tracks
- Final drive sprockets ($1,648 each)
- Multiple rollers ($95 each)
- Left-hand final drive motor (~$4,000)
- New battery (last 12 months)
- Servicing: Every 100 hours since we adopted it in Feb 2025.
- Functionality: Everything works, but let’s be honest — it’s not a spring chicken.
- Some hoses showing wear
- Roller carrier worn ($900 each) — gives it a “bumpy personality”
- Torn joystick boot (adds character)
- A few leaks — nothing dramatic
- Usual pin wear
The Fine Print (aka: reality check)
- No warranty — it’s old and it comes as‑is.
- Inspections welcome — come meet it, pat it, reminisce.
- Parts for Toros are VERY expensive unless you’re good at hunting aftermarket treasures.
- A brand new version of this machine is $51,000 without a bucket, so this one is basically a bargain with personality.
If you want a machine that’s already survived hire customers, questionable terrain choices, and at least one person who definitely shouldn’t have been operating machinery… this Toro is your guy.