Backhoe for CK30

[Kiotikarl]

Hi everyone, looking to put a backhoe on my CK30 gear 2010. What set-up do you have. Been looking for the wallenstein GX720, kioti KB2475, both are 7 foot backhoe with 16'' bucket and subframes. Quite pricy around here 7500$ kioti, $8200 wallenstein. I was also offered a Kelley 7 foot 3pt backhoe for $7000. I've seen Lenar 3pt backhoes on sale from a dealer in farnham, 7.5= 3900$ and 8.5=4200$ are does any good would a 8 foot backhoe be too much for my CK30:confused2: I intend to use the backhoe on my DK45SE cab and don't mind having to buy a 2nd subframe.
So what do you think, there are so many backhoes out there, can't seem to make up my mind.:laughing:

 

[Gittyup]

I have a Rhino 7.5' on my CK25. Like it. I would not go with a 3pt backhoe. Frame mount only. Might be tricky to get one to work on both tractors. Best to consult your Kioti dealer on that one.

 

[Mousefield]

When I got my CK35 almost 3 years ago I got it with a Woods 7 ft backhoe.
Main reason I got it over a Kioti backhoe was that the Woods came with a factory installed 7 position Thumb, which was a must for me. Had one problem with the backhoe (they replaced a swing cylinder) but was looked after promptly :thumbsup: by the dealer.

 

[williekioti]

I am in the same boat right now, my considerations are the Kioti kb2475 and Woods 80x. Big price difference, but I like the woods w/thumb. Also, I'm advised that the Kioti will not be compatible with my Woods 1012 FEL subframe. Probably going to pull the trigger today...

Mousefield, is that the kl130 loader and Woods 70x subframe on your machine? If so, it appears the Kioti FEL is compatible with a Woods BH.....wondering why not the other way...

 

[IslandTractor]

I've owned both a Kioti KB2365 and a Woods BH90x. Both are very good tools. I'd probably have to say that I prefer the Woods but it would be tough to say how much extra I'd pay for an equivalent Woods over the Kioti version.

 

[Bigturk]

For comparison, I just had a KB2485 installed for $7500 + tax. This is on my DK40se with cab.

 

[Mousefield]

I am in the same boat right now, my considerations are the Kioti kb2475 and Woods 80x. Big price difference, but I like the woods w/thumb. Also, I'm advised that the Kioti will not be compatible with my Woods 1012 FEL subframe. Probably going to pull the trigger today...

Mousefield, is that the kl130 loader and Woods 70x subframe on your machine? If so, it appears the Kioti FEL is compatible with a Woods BH.....wondering why not the other way...

Yes, that's the way I got it from the dealer and it is the BH70X. Getting fairly quick at putting on and taking off the backhoe. Biggest pain is taking off the 3pt arms.

 

[Gittyup]

I'd go for as much reach as you can get. Even 6" makes a big difference.

 

[williekioti]

Well, I've spent enough time burning brain cells over this. Ordered my BH80x today along with a few other bits. Got lots of diggin' projects this year. Now it's the waiting game....

 

[IslandTractor]

Well, I've spent enough time burning brain cells over this. Ordered my BH80x today along with a few other bits. Got lots of diggin' projects this year. Now it's the waiting game....

You will not regret having a BH or a Woods. Great tool and product.