Buying Advice Kioti DK45c

Trucking Big Ben · Jul 17, 2020

Newbie here. Just bought myself a 2002 DK45c. I’m looking to put a FEL on it. I’m in South Carolina and looking for a good used loader that will fit it with the cab. Any suggestions? TIA

Roadworthy · Jul 17, 2020

You can try to find one at a tractor wrecking yard. Most people don't sell their loader separate from their tractor. On the other hand my next door neighbor probably would. His Massey Ferguson hasn't moved in fifteen or twenty years. Whatever you do I hope you're a whiz at metal working and fabrication. A loader would need adapted to your tractor.

Trucking Big Ben · Jul 18, 2020

Roadworthy said:
You can try to find one at a tractor wrecking yard. Most people don't sell their loader separate from their tractor. On the other hand my next door neighbor probably would. His Massey Ferguson hasn't moved in fifteen or twenty years. Whatever you do I hope you're a whiz at metal working and fabrication. A loader would need adapted to your tractor.

Thanks Roadworthy. I have found a salvage yard near me and have started that search. I’m not sure on which model and brand would work the best with the least amount of fabrication. The closest I have found is 800 miles away and it’s a direct fit. Problem is that the guy won’t ship it. That’s a long drive but it might be worth it to not have to do more than just bolt her up. I haven’t made up my mind yet.

Peter 315 · Jul 18, 2020

One that bolts on would be the fastest way to install it. How much is the loader? or you could call the dealers and see if they have one kicking around....

Trucking Big Ben · Jul 18, 2020

Peter 315 said:
One that bolts on would be the fastest way to install it. How much is the loader? or you could call the dealers and see if they have one kicking around....

I can get the kl1470 for $2500 but I’ve read mixed reviews.