Conflicting Weight Numbers

[dlroy101]

I'm getting some conflicting numbers on the weight of the tractors I'm looking at.

I came up with an estimated weight of 3,000 lbs for a B7800 and 2,500 lbs for a B2410/B7610. This is including a FEL, filled R-4 tires, and all fluids.

One dealer told me about 3,000 lbs for a B7800 and another dealer told me about 3,350 lbs for a B2410. Equipped the same a B2410 should not weigh more than a B7800.

What's correct? I need some help on this. Weight is a big factor in my decision. Are Kubota's numbers accurate? I figured they were a dry weight. Also, how much would a L352 or L402 loader weigh on their own?

Thanks,
Darrell

 

[ronjhall]

LA402 loader with bucket weighs 800 lbs. LA352 should weigh about 100 lbs less.
B2410 weighs 1480 with ROP's.
B7800 weighs 1740 with ROP's.
Filled R-4 tires will add about 400 lbs. A little less on the B2410.
Your numbers are fairly close. /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif

 

[dlroy101]

I just got an e-mail from one dealer with the breakdown that he has on the weight. This is his reply:

B2410 - 1345lbs
B7800 - 1890lbs
LA352 - 1000lbs
Tire Fill - 1000lbs
Filling the tires actually adds a lot of weight to the tractor.

I just about choked when I saw that tire fill number. What are they using lead? Apparently there is some difference of opinion. I hope I guess this right, but I think there is a Kubota dealer, Messick, that frequents this site. If you read this would you mind chiming in?

Thanks,
Darrell

 

[DmansPadge]

No dought there are different ways to fill tires. Foam filling them adds a LOT of weight. One TBN member (don't remember who!) has a M9000 with foam filled tires and I believe it added around 2100 lbs.

 

[MessickFarmEqu]

like he said, it depends what they are filling them with. We usually use water and methonal which is about 8lbs per gallon. If they are using a dense foam you can probaly get 1000lbs - but at the expense of some ride.

Kubota recomends 400-600lbs of balast on those tractors, personaly I can not imagine why you would want more.