JD 420 loader
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kennyd
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About 600 to 700 lbs including bucket.
RoyJackson
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Kenny, I'm going to guess more then 600-700 lbs. Even my old 790's bucket (when off) couldn't be shoved around when it was on the ground (off the tractor). I'd say the bucket alone is close to 300# (61" bucket).
With the masts, frame and bucket, I'd go 800-900 lbs.
I think JD755 has almost every manual Deere ever produced...he may have the specs. I couldn't find the weights in the 430 loader manual.
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kennyd
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You may be correct Roy...I was just guessing to give him a ballpark figure to use-I am probably a little low.
Curious why you need to know JP?
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RoyJackson
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Your best bet is to get suitcase weights for your tractor. Even with the heaviest of implements, you probably won't need more then 200-300 lbs (4-6 suitcase weights). Suitcase weights would be the best "fit" and most compact, but you're looking at $300-$400 for the weights and bracket.
Since you're interested in this, read the thread in the JD Owning/Operating forum about "counterfit mexican weights" (words to that effect).
kennyd
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Have you tried just taking the bucket off?
Yes, removing the bucket gives me two feet or so of additional clearance on the front end, but I lose out on the weight. In years past I've collected lead from some of the local automotive shops in the area to cast into different items, but some of them now can't give away the lead because it considered hazardous. Concrete in a steel tube would probably work as well. JP.