Compact contender

Never one to disappoint in the compact machinery game, it’ll come as no surprise to know that Italy is home to no end of mini-handler makers. Latest to join the fray is Cast Loaders whose machines are now being brought into the UK by Cheshire-based Spectrum Plant.

Built at a factory close to Venice, Cast’s range is pretty comprehensive starting with micromachines capable of lifting up to 800kg right through to bigger bend-in-the-middle load luggers able to shift 2,100kg. Some put the driver’s seat forward of the steering pivot while other’s have the throne mounted over the tail.

Some have a full-on heated cabin while others stick with a more basic open operator’s platform. Most