Dirt scoop?

Johndeere3720 · May 12, 2009

Ive always wished my grandpa's Johndeere 2210 had a loader. Would a dirt scoop work to move gravel so I can maintain my gravel road. How much would it cost, and will it work with the imatch system? I probably would get some weights for the front to hold it down. What brand is best?

kebo · May 12, 2009

Most people have always thought of the pond (dirt) scoop as a poor man's loader. For light to medium duty use, the KingKutter brand will probably do all the material moving you need to do for a decent price. Not sure how much they are now, but you can price them at the TSC website. I'm not sure if they will work with the Imatch system.

As for weights, you may find that you won't need any just to hold the front end down as long you're working on pretty level ground. I think a 30" scoop filled with material will still weigh less than a 5ft bush hog. If your tractor can handle that, then the a pond scoop should be no worse. They are more compact and closer in to the 3pt hitch so the leverage factor isn't a great as with a bush hog hanging off about 5-6 feet behind the tractor. However, front weights may give some traction advantage by putting more weight on the front tires as you back into a pile of material, or try to scoop material up off the ground. Good luck!

waldersha · May 12, 2009

I use my scoop to move gravel to maintain both my own and my neighbors drive. I'm guessing you are talking about getting a load and then dumping it where you want (potholes, etc.)? If so, then yes it will work fine. Around here you can find them used for $25-$50 to fit on a 3pt. I don't know what an imatch system is. Sorry, lots to learn around here. Just from personal experience, if you get a dirt scoop, try to find one that is reversible. Sometimes you need to back in, others you need to be able to go forward.

daBear · May 13, 2009

I have a KK and it is a jewel. Think they are about $350 or so for the 30" one.

bjr · May 13, 2009

I think it's called Cadd plans or Cadd digger that have plans for a dirt scoop. so you can build your own if that's a possiblity for you. bjr

Brad_Blazer · May 13, 2009

On my Howse 30" with the pins pointing in the tips are 27 3/4 " apart and the shoulders are 33 1/4" apart. A little too wide for the quick hitch.

ninefinger · May 13, 2009

Check the new prices and depending on how quick you need it cruise Craigslist in your area. I have gotten most of my implements secondhand, bring them home clean them up, paint them and make them mine. I have only a fraction of the money invested in them than new ones would have cost.

MJPetersen · May 14, 2009

bjr said:
I think it's called Cadd plans or Cadd digger that have plans for a dirt scoop. so you can build your own if that's a possiblity for you. bjr

You can build it yourself without plans too.

I just copied the pictures I saw of the KK.

My KK copy scoop. Link below in signature. That all said though I bet that patience will net you one that is a lot cheaper than new or building one.

Mike

yeagisyeag · May 14, 2009

ninefinger said:
Check the new prices and depending on how quick you need it cruise Craigslist in your area. I have gotten most of my implements secondhand, bring them home clean them up, paint them and make them mine. I have only a fraction of the money invested in them than new ones would have cost.

I'll agree with ninefinger here. $100 on Craigslist. I posted in the wanted section instead of waiting around for one to be listed, got multiple responses that day.

I'm finding it very useful as a tool carrier, wood carrier, sod scraper, etc.

YouTube - Removing Sod To Prepare For New Garden silly video.

Jim