
Fast-Cycling Articulated Wheel Loader with Kubota V1505 Power
The TYPHON SKOOP II is a commercial articulated compact wheel loader engineered for high-cycle material handling, agricultural operations, bulk aggregate yards, and site logistics. It delivers high forward speeds and substantial lifting capacity without tearing up ground surfaces.
Powered by the renowned Kubota V1505 four-cylinder diesel engine producing 28 HP at 2,400 RPM, the SKOOP II pairs smooth engine output with a 4-wheel drive hydrostatic transmission. This provides effortless acceleration, intuitive foot pedal drive, and high pushing power into compacted stockpiles.
The center-pivot articulated chassis allows a 40-degree steering angle in both directions, yielding a tight 7.5 ft (2,280 mm) turning radius. Because the rear wheels track precisely behind the front wheels, the SKOOP II moves across manicured turf, nursery lawns, and asphalt without the scrubbing and tire wear typical of skid steers.
With an 8.8 ft (2,680 mm) hinge pin height and an 1,800 lb (816 kg) maximum lifting capacity, the SKOOP II easily loads high-sided tandem-axle dump trucks, topsoil hoppers, and commercial feed mixers with rapid cycle times.
Three critical engineering decisions that translate into lower operating costs and higher jobsite throughput.
Dual-unit specifications (US Standard primary, Metric secondary) verified for commercial procurement and jobsite validation.
| Engine Model | Kubota V1505 Diesel (Japan) |
| Engine Type | 4-Cylinder, Liquid-Cooled, 4-Cycle |
| Rated Power | 28 HP @ 2,400 RPM |
| Drive System | 4WD Hydrostatic Transmission |
| Operating Weight | 4,850 lbs (2,200 kg) |
| Rated Load Capacity | 1,800 lbs (816 kg) |
| Max Lifting Capacity | 1,800 lbs (816 kg) |
| Max Lift Height (Hinge Pin) | 8.8 ft (2,680 mm) |
| Turning Radius | 7.5 ft (2,280 mm) |
| Steering Angle | Articulated +/- 40° |
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Operating weight is 4,850 lbs; turning radius is 7.5 ft (2,280 mm); max hinge pin lift height is 8.8 ft (2,680 mm).
Weighing 4,850 lbs, the SKOOP II tows easily on a 7,000–10,000 lb GVWR trailer behind standard pickup trucks.
Equipped with front hydraulic quick-attach plate supporting bulk buckets, light material buckets, and pallet forks.
Common jobsite tasks and industry applications where this machine delivers maximum efficiency.
Load dump trucks, blend soil mixes, and maintain gravel piles with high cycle speeds and low tire wear.
Move round bales, clean cattle barns, load feed wagons, and distribute manure across farm acreage.
Transport potted trees, pallets of fertilizer, and mulch through narrow nursery aisles without turf damage.
Equip with snow pushers or angle blades to clear parking lots with high visibility from the elevated seat.
Barn managers moving hay, manure, feed, and bedding through tight aisles without lawn damage.
Businesses loading topsoil, crushed gravel, and mulch into customer pickup trucks all day.
Growers moving palletized plant stock and bulk potting soil across paved and gravel surfaces.
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