Vtek V2 Loader

   / Vtek V2 Loader #21  
Cardoc,

You are not far off but there is a mathematical equation that can give the best results. Though I do not know exactly how the math works it has something to do with the cylinder diameter, pressure, and distance to the pivot pens and beyond. I am sure if one did a little research on the interenet one could find it.
 
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#22  
So....I reached out to VN-1 this morning via email (actually Facebook) and asked for their specs. Here is what I received.


VN-1 Tractor: Depends on the size of the tractor and the loader but as a general rule V1 -1200lb lift. V2 - 1500lb lift V3 and V4 - 2000lb lift. We can build to fit almost any size tractor and have replacement parts in stock. Quick-connect buckets, self-leveling, single joystick control.


Certainly different from what Cwright mentioned earlier. Not complaining...Actually, I guess I am. Just want to get some solid and standard answers
 
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   / Vtek V2 Loader #23  
Scotty,

I would be real hesitant to believe these numbers with the exception of the
V3 and V4, they may lift 2000lbs. But I now for a fact there is no way the V1 and V2 will lift that amount. Lets think about this logically...first the V1 and V2 are for smaller tractors. Normally you will see a V1 on a 15 to 20hp tractor. Would you want to lift 1200lb with a Yanmar YM1500? The V2 is typically seen on 22 to 28hp tractors, again would you want a Yanmar 2610 to lift 1600lbs.

If you are looking for specs simply to decide which loader to buy I would try and find someone that owns one to tell you their experiences with the loader. I do not believe you were given the correct specs on these loaders. Secondly VN can put one of these loaders on just about any gray market tractor out there but do not expect them to be able to put one on say American branded tractors like Case, International, Deere, and the like. Now having said that these loaders will work with the above mentioned tractors but VN does not have the technical capabilities of building the mounting brackets needed for many tractors.

I am not saying this to speak ill of the poeple at VN as I believe they are good folks just being honest.
 
   / Vtek V2 Loader #24  
Here is the weak link adding loaders to our YM tractors from my point of view- it's the front tires they are on the small side and dont carry a real high load rating. edit: especially OEM type rice tires now US spec tires may well have more load rating I can only speculate.

I bet any loader we put on that fits these will out lift by quite a ways what the tractor will actually safely handle. Watching how they act would be a good way to tell what the safe actual lift is thats how I do mine anyway. I have overloaded mine quite a few times and my tires are where I see it most.(OEM type Brigestone rice tires fwtw.)

They never were designed to carry that extra load the front axles are plenty strong up to a point but like I say the tires are the limiting factor imho.
 
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   / Vtek V2 Loader #25  
Scotty, I bought my 1610D from Josef tractors and I didn't receive any specs on the loader other than they said the V2 was built for heavier use than the V1. The level gauge that Cardoc fabricated works great,I use it every time I use the loader,I don't know how I'd get along without it. I agree that the tires are definately the limiting factor.
 
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#26  
Can you share a picture or two of that level gauge cardoc built for you?

Thanks for that info...all I am trying to do is get some accurate info for the VTEK loader...I have the V2. I find it works great and looks well built.

I think its pretty clear from what cwright's real work expereince and what VN1 is telling me that there is confusion as to what they are rated at.
 
   / Vtek V2 Loader #27  
I built a level indicator for my bulldog awhile back. I got the idea from a picture of a John Deere loader. It works pretty good. Daylight comes I'll take a picture or two. Not saying it is the best but it works.
 
   / Vtek V2 Loader #28  
As promised, here is my contraption, for what it is worth. Works ok for me.

Picture 1 shows the little paint line on the 5/16" metal rod right at the 2x6 rod guide. This is the level position (parallel to tractor). When I am wanting to made a shallow cut with the bucket I would move the top of the paint line down to the guide.

Picture 2 shows the bucket curled completely and a good view of the 3/4" block that rotates on the bucket pin and the 5/16" rod is pinned in it.

Picture 3 shows the rod position when bucket is fully curled under.

Picture 4 I am just trying to show a good view of the 3/4" attaching block.

Picture 5 shows the rod position when bucket is curled back all the way.

This might not work if you have tie rod cylinders or numerous other reasons I suppose. It will work on a Bulldog 285 loader.
 

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   / Vtek V2 Loader #29  
My loader is not a QD

Also - I believe you are right that these are made in China - What is interesting is that some of my components are stamped with my model number (2020D) So they must make certain support brackets for certain tractors.

Here is a couple shots of my loader with my bucket shield - I hated to see water sit in the bucket when it rained.

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Seems like a lot of work, why not just curl the bucket over?
 
   / Vtek V2 Loader #30  
The cylinder rods would be exposed to the elements.
 

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