Running a landscaping business means you’re always juggling tight spaces, demanding customers, and tight deadlines. At Koenig Equipment, we've been helping contractors succeed for more than 120 years. We know exactly what equipment gets the job done right.
But what exactly is the best compact equipment for landscaping contractors in 2025? And how can this equipment help you do your job better with more efficiency? We’re here to help you unravel the mystery and get you in the best compact equipment you can find.
Think about your toughest jobs: Narrow gates, delicate flower beds, and residential driveways. Big machines can't handle these challenges, but compact equipment thrives in tight spots. You get serious power in a smaller package that goes where you need it most.
Your customers love compact equipment, too. Less noise, less lawn damage, and faster cleanup mean happier clients and more referrals for your business! Happy customers and word-of-mouth referrals are the best advertising you can get.
The John Deere 320G Mid-Frame Skid Steer is our top skid steer pick for landscaping pros. This machine handles everything from moving dirt to stacking mulch bags. With 66 horsepower and room to lift 2,190 pounds, it's built for real, tough work.
What makes the 320G special? It's only 67 inches wide, so it fits through most gates. But don't let the compact size fool you. This machine moves serious material and works all day without breaking a sweat – unlike you!
The best part? One machine does multiple jobs. Swap attachments in minutes and go from digging to grading to cleanup. Your crew stays productive, and your profits stay healthy.
John Deere's compact utility tractors are perfect for property maintenance and landscaping work. These machines handle the jobs that make your business successful: grading, hauling, and keeping properties looking great. Explore Series 1 through 4 tractors, and find the one that works best for your needs. Each one brings variations in horsepower, attachment compatibility, and price point, so explore every option so you can be sure you’re getting the best deal.
For smaller jobs, the John Deere 1025R is a very popular option with plenty of power and lots of versatility. For bigger jobs, consider a 2032R or a 3032E.
Add a front-end loader and you've got instant versatility. Need to dig? Add a backhoe. Dealing with overgrown areas? A rotary cutter makes quick work of tough vegetation. One tractor gives you endless possibilities!
Looking for the perfect digging solution that won't destroy your customer's yard? John Deere's compact excavators deliver the precision you need. The 17 P-Tier is our smallest excavator, with a variable-width undercarriage and reduced-tail-swing design that's perfect for tight spaces. Use it for trenching irrigation lines or planting large trees without damaging the surrounding landscaping.
Need more power but still want to fit through narrow gates? The 30 P-Tier Reduced-Tail-Swing Excavator fits jobs big and small. For contractors handling bigger commercial projects, the 35 P-Tier is a zero-tail-swing excavator with exceptional durability. These machines transform challenging digging jobs into profitable opportunities while keeping your customers happy with very little to no property damage.
Since 1904, our family-owned business has been helping contractors succeed. We don't just sell equipment, we also provide the parts, service, and support that keep your business running.
When you choose Koenig Equipment, you get expert advice from people who understand your challenges. We're here when you need parts, service, or just good advice about growing your business.
Your landscaping business deserves equipment that works as hard as you do. Visit any of our 15 locations across Indiana and Ohio to see these compact machines in action.
Our team is ready to help you find the perfect equipment to take your business to the next level. Better equipment means more jobs, happier customers, and bigger profits.
Contact Koenig Equipment today and discover how the right compact equipment transforms your landscaping business!