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[john_bud]

I looked at the Bradco 3375 but, this one had stronger digging specs.

Yeah, the SPECS may be stronger, but did you dig with them side by side in the same soil? (I'm from Missouri --> show me)

jb

 

[IslandTractor]

Your backhoe looks very much like the Kioti BH for the CK series. I have the KB2365 (6.5 foot model) which is subframe mounted and uses tractor hydraulics. I like the unit and it has performed well. I wonder if it is the same manufacturer given the Korean connection.

 

[shvl73]

Yeah, the SPECS may be stronger, but did you dig with them side by side in the same soil? (I'm from Missouri --> show me)

jb

No, I didn't have the opportunity to use most that I looked at. The specs were the basis for my comparison on digging forces, both bucket and dipperstick. I have a friend with the Bradco 3265 and another with a Woods GB7500.

 

[shvl73]

Your backhoe looks very much like the Kioti BH for the CK series. I have the KB2365 (6.5 foot model) which is subframe mounted and uses tractor hydraulics. I like the unit and it has performed well. I wonder if it is the same manufacturer given the Korean connection.

It wouldn't suprise me if this company did some oem hoes. The opportunity is certainly there with Kioti, LG, TYM, Kukje. I definitely feel the South Koreans make some top shelf stuff.

 

[Stimw]

The biggest fear with 3pt hoes on smaller tractors is breaking the tractor at the bellhousing. If your subframe fits tight keep an eye on it to make sure it dosen't work loose. That would put pressure on the bellhousing.

 

[dfkrug]

No, I didn't have the opportunity to use most that I looked at. The specs were the basis for my comparison on digging forces, both bucket and dipperstick. I have a friend with the Bradco 3265 and another with a Woods GB7500.

Yes, getting to use multiple hoes is the ideal situation. Unfortunately, very
few of us have experience with more than one brand/model. I have found
that the specs for digging forces given by manufacturers is, unfortunately,
not a good comparison metric. The different manufacturers quote forces
using different pressures and often do not even state what pressure is
used. You CAN compare cylinder diameters and dipper stick ratios,
however. That will give you digging force comparisons if you can get
those measurements. Manufacturers also set the relief valves on their
hoes, which will limit the force capabilities. The main reliefs are usually
adjustable, however, and my experience guides me to think that a
well-built hoe should be able to handle 2500psi.