4310 loader capacity

[deere755]

My BIL is looking at a 4310 with a loader to move around 1000 LB bales of hay. I don't think it is a big enough tractor for the job. What is the lift capacity of a loader on a 4310? If the 4310 will not handle them then what would be a good model tractor and loader for the job?

 

[kennyd]

I think he needs to be looking at a 5000 series at least. While the 4310 will lift 1000lbs, the problem is the bulkiness of the large round bales-the weight will be very far forward.

 

[deere755]

What about picking it up on the 3pt with a bail spear?