Backhoe attachment
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LD1
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What do you mean by onboard hydraulics??
Is this tractor equipped with a front end loader??
If so, it probabally has a pump on the front that powers it. Tap into that for the BH and it should be pleanty fast.
If it doesnt have a FEL, you are going to need a BUNCH of weight up there to offset the weight of the BH.
But to answer your question, NO you shouldnt need a PTO pump. BUT if you dont have a FEL or pump out front, it may be too slow for your liking and you may choose to add a PTO pump. But it certainly isnt a requirement.
I would DEFINITELY try it on the tractor's hydraulics first.
Unless/until you get good at operating it and feel a "need for more speed" you will probably find the tractor's hydraulic flow and pressure to be adequate.
If the tractor already has a loader and if that works fine you should be OK to go onto that circuit (power beyond, etc.)
If it doesn't have a loader, perhaps there are rear hydraulic outlets ? those should be good enough - at least through your learning curve and modest projects.
If you haven't used a hoe before; SMALL BITES will usually work faster than large.
Don't just put the bucket 2ft from the edge and expect to cut straight down.
Nibbles, just take nibbles (-:
Unless/until you get good at operating it and feel a "need for more speed" you will probably find the tractor's hydraulic flow and pressure to be adequate.
If the tractor already has a loader and if that works fine you should be OK to go onto that circuit (power beyond, etc.)
If it doesn't have a loader, perhaps there are rear hydraulic outlets ? those should be good enough - at least through your learning curve and modest projects.
If you haven't used a hoe before; SMALL BITES will usually work faster than large.
Don't just put the bucket 2ft from the edge and expect to cut straight down.
Nibbles, just take nibbles (-:
J_J
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Ford 3000,
Hydraulics:
Type: open center
Pressure: 2500 psi [172.4 bar]
Valve flow: 5 gpm [18.9 lpm]
Steering flow: 4.25 gpm [16.1 lpm]
Steering press.: 600 psi [41.4 bar]
http://www.tractordata.com/farm-tractors/000/2/5/259-ford-3000.html
Hydraulics:
Type: open center
Pressure: 2500 psi [172.4 bar]
Valve flow: 5 gpm [18.9 lpm]
Steering flow: 4.25 gpm [16.1 lpm]
Steering press.: 600 psi [41.4 bar]
http://www.tractordata.com/farm-tractors/000/2/5/259-ford-3000.html
Thanks for the info.
I fabricated a ROPS that extends past the front of the tractor and have a quick detach
front grader blade I use. I can easily add more weight if needed.
I operate the blade with a 5 ton winch mounted on the extended ROPS.
My question now is gonna be purchasing the right Adapter plate and hoses etc.
Thanks for your advise!
Jim