2305 iMatch hitch question

[BamaJDfan]

Is the JD iMatch hitch made especially for the "limited" Cat 1 hitch on the 2305 or will any Cat 1 quick hitch work? I am asking this because I checked out the iMatch hitch online and as usually JD wants a pretty penny for their products. Harbor frieght has one for about $175 cheaper but I am not sure it will work and may cause the top link to hit the fender frame. The specs show the top link to the drag arms is about 14" (center of top link pin hole to center of drag arm bushing hole). Does anyone on a 2305 use a quick hitch from another mfr?

 

[KML]

I have the HF hitch on my 2210 (Same tractor as 2305) and it works fine. The fit and finish can leave a lot to be desired compared to the Imatch but it functions well. Here is a pic of it fully raised it's close but doesn't touch, it's about an inch away.

Hope this helps!

 

[kennyd]

As KML said, it will fit fine...BUT there are two different HF models, be sure to get the one with the 27.5" spacing.

 

[BamaJDfan]

Thanks guys - that piece of info will save me the $$