Compact Loader Sale Scotland

The MultiOne Compact Loader Range

MultiOne loaders are articulated machines with telescopic booms, diesel engines, and a quick-hitch attachment system that accepts a wide range of tools.

They’re built for operators who need a single machine that handles material movement, loading, digging, sweeping, mowing, and everything in between.

The articulated steering pivots the front and rear halves of the chassis, giving a tight turning circle without scrubbing the ground the way a skid steer does.

ILH sells the full MultiOne range, from compact models suited to garden maintenance through to heavy-duty machines for large contractors, plus an electric option for indoor and emission-sensitive work.

Compact Models

The smallest MultiOne loaders are the entry point to the range. They’re compact, lightweight, and affordable, suited to garden maintenance companies, smallholders, and operators who need a versatile machine for lighter work.

They handle standard attachments including buckets, pallet forks, and augers comfortably, and they fit through garden gates and narrow access points that larger loaders can’t reach.

Mid-Range Models

The mid-range MultiOne loaders are where most professional operators land. They offer more lifting capacity (higher tipping load), greater telescopic reach, and the engine power to drive heavier attachments like flail mowers, trenchers, and stump grinders across a full working day.

If you’re a landscaper, tree surgeon, or contractor who needs a machine that handles real commercial workloads five or six days a week, this is the part of the range to look at.

Heavy-Duty Models

The largest MultiOne loaders are built for operators who need serious lifting capacity and the power to run heavy attachments continuously. Engine output ranges from 57hp turbo diesel on the upper mid-range machines up to 75hp on the biggest model, which can still be transported on a standard 3.5-tonne plant trailer. These are the machines hire companies, councils, and large contractors buy for heavy daily use.

Electric

MultiOne’s electric loader is a fully electric compact loader for operators who need zero-emission operation. It suits indoor work (warehouses, barns, covered spaces), noise-sensitive sites, and operators looking to reduce their carbon footprint without sacrificing performance. It accepts the same quick-hitch attachments as the diesel range, so you get the same versatility without exhaust fumes.

The Sherpa Mini Loader Range

Sherpa mini loaders are smaller, lighter machines designed for tight-access work where even a compact articulated loader can’t fit. They’re stand-on or walk-behind wheeled units, narrow enough to pass through standard doorways (the smallest is just 76cm wide) and light enough to minimise ground pressure on soft surfaces.

We sell the full Sherpa range:

• Sherpa Petrol (13hp Honda engine, compact and lightweight)
• Sherpa Diesel (diesel engine for longer running and better fuel economy)
• Sherpa Electric (zero emissions, up to 7 hours on a single charge)
• Sherpa High-Speed (higher travel speed for larger sites)
• Sherpa Compact (the most compact option for the tightest access)
• Larger Sherpa models for heavier work with greater lifting capacity

All Sherpa models use a quick-hitch attachment system and accept buckets, pallet forks, grab arms, and other standard mini loader attachments.

They’re popular with landscapers working in residential gardens, arborists clearing timber through narrow side passages, farmers handling feed and bedding in confined yards, and builders on sites where a wheelbarrow is too slow but a full loader can’t physically get in. Equestrian yards use them for mucking out and moving bales through stable doorways.

How to Choose the Right Compact Loader

MultiOne or Sherpa?

If your work involves moving materials around open or semi-open sites, loading trailers, operating heavier attachments, or lifting to height, a MultiOne gives you the capacity and versatility you need. The articulated chassis, telescopic boom, and wide attachment range make it a genuine multi-tool for professional operations.

If your work is primarily in tight-access locations (residential gardens, narrow passages between buildings, indoor spaces), a Sherpa’s compact dimensions and low ground pressure make it the more practical choice. It won’t match a MultiOne for lifting capacity or telescopic reach, but it goes where a MultiOne can’t.

Some operators buy both. A MultiOne for the open sites and heavier jobs, and a Sherpa for the access-restricted work. We can advise on whether that makes sense for your workload or whether one machine covers enough of your jobs to justify a single purchase.

What Size MultiOne Do I Need?

Think about the attachments you’ll use most and the weight of material you typically handle. A garden maintenance company moving compost, turf, and aggregate on residential projects will work comfortably with a compact or lower mid-range model.

A landscaping contractor shifting tonnes of hardcore, topsoil, and paving across commercial sites needs a larger mid-range machine. A hire company building a fleet or a council equipping a grounds team should look at the heavy-duty end of the range for durability and throughput.

If you’re not sure, tell us what your typical week looks like and we’ll match you to the right model. There’s no point overspeccing (you pay more and get a larger machine than you need) or underspeccing (the machine struggles and wears faster).

Should I Buy Diesel, Petrol, or Electric?

Diesel is the default for professional use. Better fuel economy over long days, more torque for heavy attachments, and lower running costs across a season. Petrol suits lighter-duty operators who run the machine less frequently and want a lower purchase price. Electric (available from both MultiOne and Sherpa) is the right choice for indoor work, enclosed spaces, or operators who need zero-emission operation for site or environmental reasons.

Attachments: The Real Value of a Compact Loader

A compact loader without attachments is just a small tractor. The attachment system is where the value sits, because it turns one machine into a fleet. MultiOne offers a wide range of attachments through a universal quick-hitch system that lets you swap tools on site in minutes without any hand tools.

The most popular attachments we sell alongside the loaders include standard buckets and 4-in-1 buckets, pallet forks, grab arms and log grabs, earth augers, flail mowers, rotary mowers, sweepers, snow blowers, trenchers, and stump grinders. When you buy a loader from us, we’ll go through your workload and recommend the attachments that will actually get used rather than selling you everything in the catalogue.

New vs Used Compact Loaders

A new MultiOne comes with current specifications and the peace of mind that comes with a machine nobody has run hard before you. It’s the right choice for operators building a business, adding a loader to an existing fleet, or buying for a hire company where reliability and uptime matter more than saving on the purchase price.

A used loader costs less upfront and can work well for operators with tighter budgets or lighter workloads. We carry used stock when it’s available, and every used machine we sell goes through our workshop first. We’ll be honest about condition, hours, service history, and how much working life is left in it.

If you’re weighing up new versus used, call us and we’ll talk through your situation. Sometimes a new compact model makes more sense than a used larger one, and sometimes the opposite is true. It depends on what you’re doing with it.

Why Buy a Compact Loader from a Specialist?

You can find MultiOne and Sherpa loaders through online marketplaces, auction sites, and private sellers. But buying from a specialist gives you backup that matters every day you use the machine, not just on day one.

Genuine Parts and Fast Supply

Hydraulic hoses, attachment pins, filters, belts, track components. We stock genuine parts at our Cumbernauld workshop and can get anything else from the manufacturer next day.

When something wears out mid-job (and it will, especially on attachments that take heavy use), you need the right part fast rather than waiting for a third party to source something that might fit.

Factory-Trained Technicians

Our technicians are trained by MultiOne and Sherpa on every model in both ranges. That means correct diagnostics, proper repair procedures, and servicing done to manufacturer standards. We also service and repair other compact loader brands including Avant, Cast, and Workquad, so we understand the wider market and can give you a straight comparison if you’re weighing up options.

Ongoing Support

When you buy from ILH, you get a team you can call for advice, parts, or service. We know our customers by name, and most of our business comes from repeat buyers and referrals. That doesn’t happen by disappearing after the invoice is paid.

Compact Loader Demos

If you want to see a loader working before you commit, we can arrange a demo at our Cumbernauld workshop or on your own site. Watching a MultiOne or Sherpa handle your typical materials on your typical ground is the best way to compare models and confirm you’re buying the right machine. Call 0141 775 9288 to book.