Toro unveiled the reintroduction of its popular compact utility loaders (CULs), the Toro Dingo TX 450 and TX 550, now with a modern design. However, this fresh take aims to maintain the performance and walk-behind style that rental customers and contractors have known for more than 20 years.
For rental houses looking to cater to renters, the Toro Dingo TX 450 and TX 550 deliver a balance of performance, value and ease of use, according to the company. These compact machines equip operators to take on tough jobs, such as digging, hauling and grading, without the cost or complexity of larger equipment.
“Engineered for ease, the Toro Dingo TX 450 and TX 550 are intuitive to handle,” says Kaitlyn Ingli, product marketing manager at Toro. “These machines are powerful tools whether you’re planting trees and shrubs, moving materials around or installing irrigation. The refreshed Dingos offer an uncomplicated solution for projects that might otherwise be too labor-intensive to tackle by hand.”
Features of the Dingo TX 450 and TX 550 include:
- Compact and lightweight: Among the smallest and lightest walk-behind units specifically designed to operate in narrow passages on the market.
- Minimal turf disturbance: A light footprint ensures you won’t tear up the yard while working.
- Built to last: The machine was designed with durability on-site in mind.
- Easy to use: Designed to function as an extension of the operator, an intuitive joystick lets you raise, lower, curl and dump all with one hand.
- Versatile attachments: One machine can handle multiple projects thanks to the more than 35 attachments Toro offers, turning one machine into dozens of different solutions.
The newly refreshed Toro Dingo TX 450 and TX 550 are coming soon to rental stores nationwide and will be available at many Home Depot Rental locations. Get a sneak peek at the new machines by visiting Toro in booth 4626 at the ARA Show from March 2-4, 2026, in Orlando, Fla.
