LA 272 Vs. LA 302 FEL's. Anyone know the diff.

NewTexan · Aug 9, 2003

LA 272 Vs. LA 302 FEL\'s. Anyone know the diff.

I am all set to purchase a B7500 with a LA 272 already installed. The dealer has another new B7500 without a loader on it and I have the option to go with a LA 302 loader for $300 more. The only difference we can find in the two loaders is the control valve (Part #'s are different) and the fact the the 302 offers more lift capacities. Everything else appears to be the same. Size, weight, cylinders,etc. Any thoughts?

JohnMiller3 · Aug 9, 2003

Re: LA 272 Vs. LA 302 FEL\'s. Anyone know the diff.

<font color="blue">( the 302 offers more lift capacities ) </font>

A difference of 66 lbs. more capacity..., but I would imagine the $300. difference should get you more than just 66 lbs...? /forums/images/graemlins/confused.gif

NewTexan · Aug 9, 2003

Re: LA 272 Vs. LA 302 FEL\'s. Anyone know the diff.

All we could figure out was that the pressure relief system was set at a lower pressure to protect a lighter built valve. $300 Vs. 66 lbs /forums/images/graemlins/shocked.gif Personally I can't justify the added expense.

Rusty · Aug 9, 2003

Re: LA 272 Vs. LA 302 FEL\'s. Anyone know the diff.

I believe that the front grill (radiator) guard is included in the price of the LA 302, but is optional at extra cost for the LA 272. Ask your dealer.

bobobro · Aug 9, 2003

Re: LA 272 Vs. LA 302 FEL\'s. Anyone know the diff.

The differences are here:
http://www.kubota.com/bseriesimpl.CFM

Rusty is right the grill guard is standard on the 302 and optional on the 272.

When my 7500 was delivered the salesguy wrapped a chain around the FEL (mines a 302) and box blade and lifted the BB to take it off the truck. It was swinging in the air and almost whacked the grill guard. I thought, I'll bet that grill guard will come in handy one day /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

NewTexan · Aug 9, 2003

Re: LA 272 Vs. LA 302 FEL\'s. Anyone know the diff.

Come to think of it you guys are right. It does not have a grill guard and I asked him to put one on. He said it would run around $140 and I told him to go ahead and have it installed. Now we are down to $160 for 66 lbs of lift. I think I will keep the 272 and put the $160 towards a 9" PHD. I hate the manual kind. I never can find the clutch on them! /forums/images/graemlins/shocked.gif

don716 · Aug 27, 2003

Re: LA 272 Vs. LA 302 FEL\'s. Anyone know the diff.

Newtexan,
Did you get the HST or the gear drive?
Donny

NewTexan · Sep 3, 2003

Re: LA 272 Vs. LA 302 FEL\'s. Anyone know the diff.

I bought the HST. My Case had a standard transmission and that is fine for straight mowing and box blading. However since I bought the FEL with the new Kubota I really wanted the HST. I have had it of about 4 days now and really like the HST and could not see owning a FEL without HST or Shuttle Shift. Come to think of it I never even looked at the DST it may be shuttle. Anyway my father inlaw had the B7100 HST and I really enjoyed using it.

I guess it just boils down to personal preference. I will add that if it is all about money I would suggest spending the extra cash and purchasing the HST. My whole family can drive it with the HST. Dang now I remeber the draw back to the HST, now I will have to hide the keys. /forums/images/graemlins/smirk.gif