Relatively speaking, one is pretty affordable, and one is pretty dern pricey. It looks like the OP wants the full monty and asked specifically about a hydraulic auger. I priced them briefly, they are several thousand $$$ more for the hydraulic than the PTO. Also, you have to have the front skid steer attachment and hydralics to run the auger. Not sure what that entails.
Farm/Retreat Soon - Then Tractor - Help
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Samandothers
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SBAKF, What did you decide on or are you still analyzing? The third function valve is necessary if you plan to use a grapple on front or other devices. You could probably get a 48 or 60" grapple from Markham for about 1000k plus shipping. A WR Long or Kubota 3rd function valve would be about 600 to 700 installed.
If you are thinking of using a front mounted auger ensure your valve on the loader has the flow and capability to run a hydralic motor. The two handle quick attach makes front implement changing a breeze. The rear remotes would be nice but have to be weighed against the list of needs/wanna haves.
I am surprised by price increases since I bought my L4240 in late 2007. I have really enjoyed the backhoe and grapple. They can tear up some stuff.
If you are thinking of using a front mounted auger ensure your valve on the loader has the flow and capability to run a hydralic motor. The two handle quick attach makes front implement changing a breeze. The rear remotes would be nice but have to be weighed against the list of needs/wanna haves.
I am surprised by price increases since I bought my L4240 in late 2007. I have really enjoyed the backhoe and grapple. They can tear up some stuff.