Can I put a Backhoe on my NH TC 33D, and how do I start?

[SOB139]

Hi gang,
I'd like to put a backhoe on my NH TC 33D instead of buying a whole new tractor. I'm not very savvy about hydraulics and how to retro-fit, so I'm open for any suggestions on how to begin and what type/brand/size of backhoe would be appropriate.

Thanks for your help!

SOB139

 

[1966Chevy]

Hi gang,
I'd like to put a backhoe on my NH TC 33D instead of buying a whole new tractor. I'm not very savvy about hydraulics and how to retro-fit, so I'm open for any suggestions on how to begin and what type/brand/size of backhoe would be appropriate.

Thanks for your help!

SOB139

some places will sell a 3 point backhoe, advice would be to buy a used one. make sure you have plenty of counter weight in the front of the tractor, also make sure it doesn't exceed your max 3pnt weight. some run off of your PTO, some run off your hydraulics. also make sure you have a high enough hydraulic pressure and flow rate. also some of them you have to sit on the back to control. some you control from your cab. you also need to have 3 valves, so 6 hydraulic ports and 3 hydraulic levers in cab to control all of it. pm me if you have any questions or respond to this

 

[Maxify55]

Most of us have found that ewtro-fitting a BackHoe to our units is coatr prohibitive.

It costs a fortune to install and after whatever task you have is completed it's just very expensive ballast dry rotting for the rest of the days you own it.

It is far less expensive to rent an excavator and let the rental company underwrite the maintenance/replacement costs.

You can search and read the various replies posted within this site.

You're not the first nor the last person to think that it's better the other way around.

My 2 cents worth

 

[1966Chevy]

Most of us have found that ewtro-fitting a BackHoe to our units is coatr prohibitive.

It costs a fortune to install and after whatever task you have is completed it's just very expensive ballast dry rotting for the rest of the days you own it.

It is far less expensive to rent an excavator and let the rental company underwrite the maintenance/replacement costs.

You can search and read the various replies posted within this site.

You're not the first nor the last person to think that it's better the other way around.

My 2 cents worth

a 3 point.isnt retrofit, my 2 cents

 

[DK35vince]

Most of us have found that ewtro-fitting a BackHoe to our units is coatr prohibitive.

It costs a fortune to install and after whatever task you have is completed it's just very expensive ballast dry rotting for the rest of the days you own it.

It is far less expensive to rent an excavator and let the rental company underwrite the maintenance/replacement costs.

You can search and read the various replies posted within this site.

You're not the first nor the last person to think that it's better the other way around.

My 2 cents worth

Can't think of a single time I wished I would have rented vs buying my backhoe.

 

[ruffdog]

There have been some tractors breaking in half. Personally, I would not take the chance with my TC33D. They break where the case attaches to the engine or the case itself fails.
New Holland TC33D Tractor Frame broke in Half - New Holland Tractor Review - New Holland Tractors

 

[1966Chevy]

There have been some tractors breaking in half. Personally, I would not take the chance with my TC33D. They break where the case attaches to the engine or the case itself fails.
New Holland TC33D Tractor Frame broke in Half - New Holland Tractor Review - New Holland Tractors

that's front end loader, they mount to the frame. a backhoe attached to your 3 point.

 

[tcreeley]

I would not try to put a backhoe on my tractor. I'd get a mini-backhoe that I can tow or leave in place - where it moves on its own power.

Here is a link.
Towable Backhoe - Jansen USA




Harbor Freights version-
Search results for: 'backhoe'

I have a minis backhoe that I bought from Northern Hydraulics 30 some years ago. I have dug ditches, footings (5' down), piers, put in culverts, etc. Great tool.

 

[ovrszd]

I've been around backhoes my entire adult life. TLB style.

6 years ago I started my experience with a 3pt backhoe. My neighbor owns it. It's a Woods brand, can't remember the model, will dig 10ft deep. It's mounted on a John Deere 4240. It is powered by a PTO hydraulic pump. Operating seat is on the hoe. No hydraulic connection to the tractor other than the PTO pump. Takes about 15 minutes to install. 5 minutes to remove.

There are two areas that it stresses the tractor. First is the top link attachment point. A considerable amount of "pull" is applied to the tractor in that area. Second issue is how your tractor is secured. In the case of my neighbor's tractor, he has no brake pedal locks. The tractor uses a transmission park "pin" to hold itself. The backhoe puts considerable stress on that park pin system. A better situation would be if you tractor brakes can be "locked".

The biggest plus to a 3pt hoe is not having to modify your tractor which might minimize it's usefulness for other tractor chores.

You didn't give us much information in regards to your expectations? With proper consideration you can do considerable work with a 3pt backhoe. Bigger jobs just take a bit more time.

Welcome to TBN!!!

 

[ruffdog]

that's front end loader, they mount to the frame. a backhoe attached to your 3 point.

I know. People recommended a subframe on the tc33d when a hoe is installed to strengthen the middle.