Well, I went to a different LS dealer today (closer) and played with a R3039 Shuttle. I would have preferred a Hydro, but they only had the Geared. I was able to play with the 39 & 41 there. To be honest, I really like the SIZE of the 39 better. Visibility was much better, and I felt like less of a "bull in a china shop" because of the overall size. One of the issues I had with the larger frame 4041/47 & Kioti DK40-50, was the lack of lower/front visibility. I want to be able to see everything I'm touching with the loader. The 4041/47 had better visibility than the Kioti, but this 39 was even better.
Now, my only hangup is determining if the HP, 3-pt lift, and loader lift will be enough to keep me happy.
His price was $17,500 for the 3039 Shuttle, and $18,800 for the HST. So, I know there's some wiggle room to negotiate with the other dealer. And, the only reason I'm leaning towards the other dealer (who is twice as far away) is because they're a Kioti dealer too, and I'll get a better trade in on my Kioti CK20. In theory at least.
I'll call him back tomorrow and see if he wants to deal.
Fellas with the 3039... what limitations (sized implements) will I be looking at going with the 39 vs the 41/47 ?