Patt's Qwick Hich.

[ptsg]

Very Interesting. I would like to see it in action - will have to check UTube.

Was hard to find but managed to find one. You can also hook a string/chain/cable on the eye on the top, and you can open the latch without leaving the seat. Once the ball seats on the hook, it will self latch.

 

[930ck]

Yes, you can get in the U.S.

AgristoreUS has this style. But maybe someone knows other sources there.

Basically, you get a cat 2 hook, that allows for you to use either cat 1 or cat 2 balls.

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Thanks for the link

 

[KYErik]

Pat's is good and saves lots of time. I started with the Pat's system and used it for several years. I really liked it. Then I decided to try a HF quick hitch. I had to modify the top hook of the QH and many of my old, non standardized implements but I like it even better than Pat's as I can even reach the latches from my seat.

My only caution with Pat's is that if you carry heavy loads over rough ground that causes the load to swing side to side, you need to rotate your implement pins so that the lynch pin holes are horizontal, otherwise, the heavy weight swinging side to side will bend the bottom of the pins outward (all of the side ways pressure is concentrated there on the bottom of the pin if the top of the pin is aligned with the slot). Another option would be to add a side to side stabilizer bar to one lift arm.

 

[MtnViewRanch]

These would be ideal for my Kubota 5740, curious if these can be purchased in the U.S. ? Have several implements of various width pins.

Here are the European type ends on an L6060. But then to complete the set, you need a hydraulic top link with a hook end.

You can get a complete draft link set with 2 sets of balls for $270 shipped to you, you can cut & weld to your existing extendable ends. Or you can ship your extendable ends to me and I cut, weld and return ship for $350. :thumbsup:

 

[ovrszd]

Was hard to find but managed to find one. You can also hook a string/chain/cable on the eye on the top, and you can open the latch without leaving the seat. Once the ball seats on the hook, it will self latch.

There's some older AG equipment here that uses those. I always thought they were very durable and useable. Quick Hitches kinda made them obsolete here.

 

[ptsg]

There's some older AG equipment here that uses those. I always thought they were very durable and useable. Quick Hitches kinda made them obsolete here.

The main problem of the quick hitches is that the implement manufacturers won't get together to make the 3 pt on the hitches like on standard size.

Other than that, it's the way to go I think. I've never used one but can clearly see how much time and pain it will save.

 

[ovrszd]

The main problem of the quick hitches is that the implement manufacturers won't get together to make the 3 pt on the hitches like on standard size.

I agree. That's caused by shops getting into the attachment business and not following pre determined guidance. We must accept that these manufacturers don't really care whether your purchase fits or not. Sell it and move on.

 

[LouNY]

These would be ideal for my Kubota 5740, curious if these can be purchased in the U.S. ? Have several implements of various width pins.

Yes they can be, also my Branson came with them stock.
If you search for Walterscheid lift arms you can find them.
This is one place that has them Frontlink | Waltersheid Weld on Hooks and Balls

 

[LouNY]

Here are the European type ends on an L6060. But then to complete the set, you need a hydraulic top link with a hook end.

You can get a complete draft link set with 2 sets of balls for $270 shipped to you, you can cut & weld to your existing extendable ends. Or you can ship your extendable ends to me and I cut, weld and return ship for $350. :thumbsup:

I have these on the Branson 8050 and I find them nicer to work with then a quick hitch. I use a conventional hydraulic top link.
The main thing I find is they are easy and quick to fasten to the lower links and many times I will reach in to connect my pto before putting the toplink in place the room to maneuver without the quick hitch verticals and horizontal bars is very nice, it gives a person room to reach and lift to connect the pto without having to reach thru a quick hitch.

 

[WranglerX]

The main problem of the quick hitches is that the implement manufacturers won't get together to make the 3 pt on the hitches like on standard size.

Other than that, it's the way to go I think. I've never used one but can clearly see how much time and pain it will save.

There is actually some equipment now be produced that claim QH comparable....

Some of the BE Ag&Industrail (Braber Equipment) like their "Round Back Rotary Cutters" are QH comparable... Its coming, it takes time for people to get on board if the are going to....

Dale