Gehl R220 vs Gehl V210
Quick take: The Gehl R220 costs $3,000 less; the Gehl R220 has a higher rated operating capacity (2,200 vs 2,100 lbs); the Gehl R220 has more engine power (72 vs 69 hp).
| Spec | Gehl R220 | Gehl V210 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $55,000 | $58,000 |
| Rating | 4.2★ (85) | 4.2★ (55) |
| Type | Wheeled Skid Steer | Wheeled Skid Steer |
| Lift Path | Radial Lift | Vertical Lift |
| ROC | 2200 lbs | 2100 lbs |
| Engine HP | 72 hp | 69 hp |
| Operating Weight | 7980 lbs | 7480 lbs |
| Tipping Load | 4400 lbs | 4200 lbs |
| Lift Height | 123 in | 120.5 in |
| Hydraulic Flow | 23.5 GPM | 22.9 GPM |
| Engine | Yanmar 4TNV98CT | Yanmar 4TNV98C |
| Tracks | No | No |
| Vertical lift | No | Yes |
| High-flow | Yes | Yes |
| Enclosed cab | Yes | Yes |
| Two-speed | Yes | Yes |
| Self-leveling | Yes | Yes |
| A/C & heat | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 2 yr / 2000 hr | 2 yr / 2000 hr |
Pros & cons
Gehl R220
- ✓Radial-lift geometry on a large frame delivers serious breakout and prying force, and operators say it out-digs vertical-lift rivals in hard bank material.
- ✓The 72 hp Yanmar 4TNV98CT turbo diesel is a proven, simple engine that hits Tier 4 without the aftertreatment complexity of bigger-displacement rivals.
- ✓An optional 35 GPM high-flow circuit at 3,300 psi runs planers, mulchers, and augers that most radial machines in this class can't feed.
- ✓Typically sells thousands under a comparable Bobcat S76 or Case SR210B, making it one of the cheapest ways into a 2,200 lb machine.
- ✓Choice of hand-only T-bar, dual-hand, or joystick controls lets crews standardize on whatever scheme their operators already know.
- ✓Heavy-duty 100K drive chains and a straightforward hydrostatic driveline keep long-term maintenance simple and cheap.
- ✓Optional hydraulic self-leveling keeps forks and buckets flat through the lift, a feature owners doing pallet work call a must-have.
- ✓Parts commonality with the Manitou 2200 R doubles the supply network, and ag dealers who carry Gehl tend to stock wear parts deep.
- ✗The Gehl dealer network is thin outside the Midwest and farm country, so some buyers face long hauls for warranty and parts service.
- ✗Resale value is noticeably softer than Bobcat, Cat, or Deere equivalents, which erodes the purchase-price advantage at trade-in time.
- ✗At 123 inches to hinge pin, the radial path gives less reach and dump height at the top than vertical-lift rivals, making high truck sides awkward.
- ✗Nearly 8,000 lbs of operating weight demands a heavy-duty trailer and truck, more than some owners of older R-series machines expect.
- ✗The cab electronics and display feel basic next to the touchscreen packages on newer Bobcat R-Series and Deere P-Tier machines.
- ✗Two-speed travel, self-leveling, and high-flow are all extra-cost options, so a well-equipped unit narrows the price gap to the big brands.
- ✗Low brand recognition means fewer rental houses and used-market buyers know the machine, limiting exit options for fleets.
- ✗Some owners report slower parts turnaround on Gehl-specific components compared to the overnight availability the big four offer.
Gehl V210
- ✓The vertical lift path carries loads straight up rather than arcing back, making pallet work and truck loading noticeably easier than on Gehl's R-series.
- ✓As a 2023-introduced model it's one of the freshest designs in Gehl's lineup, with updated ergonomics over the older R-series cabs.
- ✓The naturally aspirated Yanmar 4TNV98C is the same base engine family Gehl has run for years, with a strong reputation for simple reliability.
- ✓An optional 30 GPM high-flow package covers most hydraulic attachments short of the largest mulchers.
- ✓Optional two-speed pushes travel to over 11 mph, quick for a wheeled machine moving between piles on a big yard.
- ✓Available switchable self-leveling keeps forks flat automatically but can be turned off for precise bucket work.
- ✓A full cab with heat, A/C, and an air-ride seat is available, addressing the comfort gap older small Gehls had.
- ✓An optional counterweight kit raises rated capacity to about 2,250 lbs for heavier pallet loads.
- ✗Gehl's limited dealer network remains the brand's biggest weakness, and a newer model means fewer techs have hands-on experience with it.
- ✗As a recently launched machine there's little long-term reliability history, which cautious buyers count against it.
- ✗The 120.5-inch hinge pin height trails the V270's 130-plus inches, so the tallest truck sides still favor its bigger sibling.
- ✗Resale on Gehl wheeled machines is soft, and an unproven new model may depreciate faster than established competitors.
- ✗At 7,480 lbs it needs a heavy trailer, giving up the easy-towing advantage of Gehl's smaller frames.
- ✗Options add up quickly - cab, A/C, two-speed, high-flow, and self-leveling are all extra-cost items.
- ✗The 22.9 GPM standard flow is adequate but unremarkable when Case and Cat ship similar or better flow standard.
- ✗Used units are scarce, so price discovery is hard and financing comps are limited for private buyers.