Loader Will 70 loader fit the 3005

[FrankX]

Hi Tracot Pilot,

The tractor was damaged during the June 1 tornado in Massachusetts. Large red oak went straight across the middle of the machine, fortunately the loader and the backhoe are OK. The insurance company owns the machine, but I have the 70 loader and the 7 backhoe. I'm looking at the 3005, but have spoken to two dealers, both say they "think" it will accept the 70 loader, but until they try they won't know. I'm almost ready to give it a try and if it fails I'll see what I can get for the 70 loader. I have scanned Craigslist but have'nt seen any to get any idea what they go for.

FrankX

 

[YesDeere]

Was trying to link it on my phone and can't. Just google John Deere 70 loader for sale. It came up on equipmenttrader.com. They wanted $3,000

 

[RoyJackson]

Was trying to link it on my phone and can't. Just google John Deere 70 loader for sale. It came up on equipmenttrader.com. They wanted $3,000

For that kind of money, it's worth buying a new loader. I think FrankX would do well getting $2K for his #70.

 

[YesDeere]

Yup. Was thinking I could get close to $2500 for the 430 and move on

 

[RoyJackson]

Yup. Was thinking I could get close to $2500 for the 430 and move on

Have you priced a new one yet?

 

[FrankX]

The tractor is quoted at $13,700.00 plus tax and the 300 loader is $3,150.00 plus tax. Does that sound about right to you? The dealer has the damaged machine, they pull it off the property and did an evaluation for the insurance company. I bought the original 790 from them, and feel they have helped me getting through the situation as far as the tractor is concerned, so I feel somewhat obligated unless these prices are way off.

Thanks,

FrankX