yelbike
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- Near Winnipeg, Mb, Canada
- Tractor
- John Deere 2305, 2320,Z465
I wonder if that means EA will give a BB to a runner up if they really want the feed back on a bb build?
I spoke with Travis earlier to let him know I decided on the 72" Wicked Root Grapple.
Since this golden opportunity for a grapple just parachuted into your lap, I was wondering if you have had a chance to research grapple width on compact tractors. Personally, I'd get the narrowest one they offer, especially if the tines are spaced more closely.
I started a thread on grapple sizing but I did not get may replies. http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/attachments/269867-another-grapple-sizing-thread.html#post3167028 I have read grapple threads in the past and did last night before I made my decision. I found a few guys that had comparable tractors with comparable loader capacities and they had a 72'' grapple. My conclusion was that anyone that had a grapple of any size loved it. The 72'' grapple weighs approximately 430lbs the 54'' grapple is only 70lbs lighter. I can't see 70lbs making a big difference. This tractor has the biggest loader that Kubota puts on a compact tractor. The tractor has a 72'' bucket and it handles it very well. Is there any reason you would prefer a smaller grapple?
Everything Attachments Wicked Root Grapple for Compact Tractors
What loader do you have and how much can you lift?
LA854 loader it lifts 18XXlbs @ 500mm
A little something I just learned about Kubota loaders that might not be obvious to my American friends (or maybe it is and I'm just the last to know), the model number is actually the lift capacity in kg. LA854 can lift 854kg = 1882.75lbs.
A couple of minor points on width: sometimes it's nice to pluck stuff from between trees or other obstacle you don't want to damage. Also when pushing brush piles on uneven ground, one end of the grapple is plowing while the other end is letting stuff escape below it. In these cases, narrow is better but probably, not by much.
I spoke with Travis earlier to let him know I decided on the 72" Wicked Root Grapple.