Skid steer loaders are tracked loaders. They are designed to move over rough terrain without the use of tires. Skid steers are also known as compact track loaders, mini diggers, or mini excavators.

A skid steer loader is a type of tracked loader that offers the benefits of all-wheel drive and four-wheel steering with increased manoeuvrability, increased lift height, and rubber tracks which can be used on both hard surfaces and soft terrain.