Description
RIPPA RS04 Compact Skid Steer Loader
Compact Size. Kubota Diesel Power. Professional Hydraulic Performance.
The RIPPA RS04 is a compact tracked skid steer built for landscaping, property maintenance, construction, farm work, and professional attachment use.
Powered by the proven Kubota Z482 diesel engine, the RS04 combines a compact footprint with triple-pump hydraulics, dual auxiliary circuits, Float Mode, and an industry-standard quick-attach system.
Kubota Diesel
Z482 Engine
Triple Pump
Hydraulic System
Float Mode
Cleaner Finish Work
Tracks Standard
Wheel Kit Optional
Powered by Kubota. Built by RIPPA.
Proven Kubota Z482 Diesel Engine
At the heart of the RS04 is the Kubota Z482 diesel engine, selected for dependable cold starts, efficient fuel consumption, strong low-speed torque, and long service life.
Unlike compact loaders powered by generic gasoline engines, the RS04 gives owners the confidence of a widely supported industrial diesel platform.
- Liquid-cooled diesel engine
- Strong low-end working torque
- Fuel-efficient operation
- Designed for long working days
- Kubota engine parts and service availability
Small Footprint. Serious Lift.
The RS04 is compact enough for gates, residential properties, landscaping projects, and confined jobsites while delivering the hydraulic performance and attachment capability expected from a professional compact loader.
82 in
Maximum Lift Height
62 in
Dump Height
44 in
Overall Width
530 lb
Rated Operating Capacity
Maximum capacity: 1,060 lb. Actual safe working capacity depends on the attachment, load position, terrain, machine configuration, and operating conditions.
One Machine. Two Ways to Work.
The RS04 comes standard on rubber tracks for traction and stability. An optional wheel kit allows the same machine to work efficiently on pavement, hard surfaces, driveways, and maintained properties.
Standard Track Configuration
- Included with the base machine
- Better traction in dirt, mud, and loose material
- Improved stability on uneven terrain
- Lower ground pressure
Optional Wheel Configuration
- Better suited for pavement and hard surfaces
- Fast travel and responsive steering
- Wheel kit swaps in approximately 15 minutes
- Available separately for $650
See the RIPPA RS04 in Action
Watch the RS04 operating in both its standard tracked configuration
and with the optional wheel kit installed.
- Kubota diesel performance
- Tracked and wheeled configurations
- Compact maneuverability
- Loader and bucket operation
- Professional hydraulic response
Triple-Pump Hydraulic System
The RS04 uses a triple-pump hydraulic layout to distribute hydraulic power between travel, loader movement, and attachment functions.
This design provides smoother combined operation than a basic single-pump system and helps the operator drive, lift, tilt, and run compatible hydraulic attachments more efficiently.
Smooth Travel
Controlled Drive Response
Loader Control
Responsive Lift and Tilt
Attachment Flow
Dedicated Hydraulic Power
Dual Auxiliary
Two Hydraulic Circuits
Latest-Generation Float Mode
Float Mode allows the bucket to follow the ground surface instead of being held rigidly in position by the loader arms.
This is especially useful for back-dragging, grading, snow removal, surface cleanup, and finish work where the attachment should follow changing ground contours.
- Smoother back-dragging
- Cleaner grading results
- Useful for snow removal
- Reduces unwanted digging into the surface
Dual Auxiliary Hydraulics
The RS04 is equipped with dual auxiliary hydraulic outputs, allowing it to operate compatible attachments that require more than one hydraulic function.
Combined with the industry-standard quick coupler, this makes the RS04 a flexible attachment platform for contractors, landscapers, farmers, and property owners.
Optional Counterweight Kit
For additional rear balance, the RS04 can be equipped with eight rear counterweights weighing approximately 15 lb each.
8 Weights
Rear-Mounted Kit
15 lb Each
Individual Weight
120 lb
Total Added Balance
$650
Optional Kit
The additional rear weight can improve machine balance, lifting confidence, and control when handling heavier loads or working on uneven terrain.
Choose the Configuration That Fits Your Work
Base Machine — $8,700
RS04 compact skid steer with rubber tracks and general-purpose bucket.
Wheel Kit — $650
Optional wheel conversion for pavement, driveways, hard surfaces, and maintained properties.
Counterweight Kit — $650
Eight rear weights adding approximately 120 lb of rear balance.
Complete Bundle — $9,700
Tracked RS04, wheel kit, and installed counterweight kit when purchased together.
Built to Run Professional Attachments
The RS04 uses an industry-standard quick coupler and auxiliary hydraulics for fast attachment changes and multiple jobsite applications.
Material Handling
Buckets, 4-in-1 buckets, pallet forks, grapples, and grading attachments.
Digging & Trenching
Augers, trenchers, digging arms, and backhoe attachments.
Property Cleanup
Grapples, brush cutters, stump grinders, and debris-handling attachments.
Winter Work
Snow blades, snow blowers, and material buckets.
Bundle attachments with your machine to save.
Key Specifications
| Model | RIPPA RS04 |
|---|---|
| Engine | Kubota Z482 Diesel |
| Engine Type | Liquid-Cooled Diesel |
| Hydraulic System | Triple-Pump Hydraulic System |
| Auxiliary Hydraulics | Dual Independent Circuits |
| Drive Modes | 4WD and 2WD |
| Standard Mobility | Rubber Tracks |
| Optional Mobility | Wheel Kit |
| Maximum Lift Height | 82 in |
| Dump Height | 62 in |
| Overall Width | 44 in |
| Rated Operating Capacity | 530 lb |
| Maximum Capacity | 1,060 lb |
| Attachment Interface | Industry-Standard Quick Coupler |
| Bucket Function | Float Mode Included |
What Is Included
- RIPPA RS04 compact skid steer loader
- General-purpose bucket
- Full rubber track system
- Kubota engine manual
- Operator’s manual
- Parts book
- Warranty certificate
- Toolbox with tool set
- Spare filter set
Local Parts, Attachments & Support
Buying equipment is not only about the initial machine. Best Seedling keeps local RIPPA inventory, common parts, and compatible attachments available to help owners keep working.
Local Inventory
Machines and Attachments
Fast Parts Turnaround
Common Parts Available
No Dealer Fees
Direct Local Purchase
Lifetime Support
Product Assistance
Pickup and Delivery
RS04 machines may be available for pickup from the following Washington locations:
- Tukwila, WA
- Mount Vernon, WA
- Spokane, WA
- Vancouver, WA
Availability varies by location. A relocation fee may apply depending on the requested pickup warehouse.
Local delivery is available through third-party transport providers. Contact us for a quote or arrange your own transportation.
See the RIPPA RS04 in Person
Compare the RS04 on tracks and wheels, review available attachments, and build the right configuration for your work.
1-Year Manufacturer Parts Warranty • Lifetime Product Support
2-Year Kubota engine warranty is subject to Kubota’s applicable terms and conditions.
*See the manufacturer warranty booklet for complete coverage, exclusions, and conditions.
