We have a New Holland LS185, it will lift and carry way more than it's rated capacity.  Handles full pallets of seed and bulk bags very good. We have the weight kit on it that helps.  The earlier model 185 has a 3 cylinder engine much louder and not as nice to be around IMHO .  They have way more power at the wheels, while working with the two speed hydro in high range, than a Bobcat.  There are lots of good skidloaders out there though, one thing for sure though you can never have one, and then get rid of it.  You'll wonder how you ever got along without it.  The cab with heat and air isn't necessary but you sure wouldn't catch me buying one without it!