Tractor Sizing L3240 widths

[toytrains]

Seeking some advice on a 3240,

Real-world widths at the rear tire of 3240s with R1's and R4's... I've done quite a bit of searching and have come to the conclusion R1's come in right around 66" and the R4's come in right at 72" how far off am I?

With the larger LA724 loader, is the extra ballast capacity of the R4's beneficial? I would like to keep the tractor/bucket at 66", but willing to move up to R4's and 72" width if ballasting a LA724 with R1's may become an issue. I will have a 650 pound steel box hanging from the 3PH.

Pictures of the rear tires would be helpful too, if it's convenient.

Thank you all for your help, this forum has been an outstanding aid this far!

Tony

 

[arsenix2001]

Either ag and R4 have multiple diferent rim settings. You can go as wide as 74 i believe but also reverse rims and bolt lugs to shrink it down to 64-66. Plenty of options there. But remember, wider=less tippy. On my 3540/724la i had unloaded R4s and was able to lift the rear with a 550lb box blade. Using an 1100 lb ballast box stopped that. It will alow the loader to hit its relief valve.

 

[crazyal]

Welcome to TBN. When my tractor was shipped they had the rear tires set in the narrow position. I left it that was for a month or so with the idea that the snow blower would be wider than the rear track width. But I can tell you that the tractor is real tippy on uneven ground. I ended up putting them into the wider position because the tire chains wouldn't clear the inside fenders otherwise. But it became clear quickly that it also was much more stable.

I'm not sure if you can get a bucket less than 72" for the 724 loader. A dealer may sell you a bucket for the smaller 514 loader but you may damage it with the extra force of the 724.

 

[Verticaltrx]

I'm not sure if you can get a bucket less than 72" for the 724 loader. A dealer may sell you a bucket for the smaller 514 loader but you may damage it with the extra force of the 724.

If you want a narrow bucket on the 514 or 724 the 60" round back bucket off the B26 will fit. Plenty heavy-duty as well (but much more expensive.)

 

[Baby Grand]

My L3240 with R1s (set as they are) measures 62-63" sidewall to sidewall.

 

[toytrains]

Thank you all for the input...

Having seen the bucket choices, I'm not real concerned with the narrow buckets lacking integrity, haven't put a micrometer around the edges, but knowing it will be a homeowner's baby and not a rental/contractor mule I'm not too concerned.

I would default to 72" width on a 3940+ machine, but I don't want to run out of traction or power pushing into a pile of dirt.

Stability is a great point, my current 3700 is lighter than the 3240 and at 60" seems appropriate. Filled R4s would drag the center of gravity down considerably. But R4s in their widest position would require a 72" bucket/blade to cover up tracks.

Appreciate all the insight!

I'm now more tilted towards the advantage of stability of 72".

Anyone think 72" bucket is pushing the useable limits of power/weight of the 3240?

Thanks again!

Tony

 

[arsenix2001]

Thank you all for the input...

Having seen the bucket choices, I'm not real concerned with the narrow buckets lacking integrity, haven't put a micrometer around the edges, but knowing it will be a homeowner's baby and not a rental/contractor mule I'm not too concerned.

I would default to 72" width on a 3940+ machine, but I don't want to run out of traction or power pushing into a pile of dirt.

Stability is a great point, my current 3700 is lighter than the 3240 and at 60" seems appropriate. Filled R4s would drag the center of gravity down considerably. But R4s in their widest position would require a 72" bucket/blade to cover up tracks.

Appreciate all the insight!

I'm now more tilted towards the advantage of stability of 72".

Anyone think 72" bucket is pushing the useable limits of power/weight of the 3240?

Thanks again!

Tony

I dont regret having a 72 at all. A few hp wont make a difference. Get yourself a toothbar and it will increase your digging ease 10 fold. You can always underfill a bigger bucket but not the other way around!

 

[art]

With the industrial tires the 72" is the best option for you. I do like the option brought up by Arsenix2001, you don't need to fill the bucket!

 

[ovrszd]

My Brother has a L3240, I have a L4400. Here's some pics comparing the two. Sorry I don't have specific width measurements. But as mentioned before the rears can be set to different widths. Note my Brothers are set in narrow, mine are set one setting in from max width. Also note the rear tire size is different on these two tractors.

As for the loader bucket, his is 66", mine is 72". He's already complaining about his bucket being too small.

If you don't have enough ballast to carry a full bucket of material, simply shake off some until it works. But,,, if you buy too small of bucket it's a lot more difficult to add volume capacity. My Brother hates his smaller bucket when he's moving snow or any other light material. Even when moving dirt, his small bucket just frustrates me.

 

[toytrains]

My Brother has a L3240, I have a L4400. Here's some pics comparing the two. Sorry I don't have specific width measurements. But as mentioned before the rears can be set to different widths. Note my Brothers are set in narrow, mine are set one setting in from max width. Also note the rear tire size is different on these two tractors.

As for the loader bucket, his is 66", mine is 72". He's already complaining about his bucket being too small.

If you don't have enough ballast to carry a full bucket of material, simply shake off some until it works. But,,, if you buy too small of bucket it's a lot more difficult to add volume capacity. My Brother hates his smaller bucket when he's moving snow or any other light material. Even when moving dirt, his small bucket just frustrates me.

Thank you! Pictures are very helpful.

Looks like your brother's track width is greater than his bucket width.. would drive me crazy.

More I read about the LA724, the more I think I'll need a serious ballast, R4 will certainly help with that.

Only reason I seriously considered going 66" is maneuverability. 60" to 72" will be a significant jump for me.

Thank you !


Tony