L305, L345, or L355 & L4520A Backhoe attachment - any members have this combo?

[evantwheeler]

on edit 5/16/2023:

Ok, so I changed the thread title and am bumping this up, I also edited the first post, because I am no longer looking for info on if they are compatible.

I have located a brand new subframe model 4531, and it is surprisingly reasonably priced. It does not include the mounts. Are there any members with an L305, L345, or L355 that have an L4520a backhoe attachment that would be able to share photos of the subframe attachment points/mounting brackets, and maybe even help with some basic dimensioning if I end up with this backhoe?

Original Post:

An L4520a backhoe attachment popped up local to me, it looks to be well used, but I think I can get it for under $1k. I don't need much heavy duty digging used out of a backhoe, any serious digging, I'll rent a mini-ex for $300 per day. I suspect it will move quick so asking the hive mind if the L4520a will fit on the L305dt? Tractordata.com list the L4510 & L4530 as compatible units with my tractor, but not the L4520a specifically. It appears this unit was made by Woods, the same manf. as my FEL (L1720).

Any insight to help me make a decision quickly is appreciated. Hate to miss a good deal. It obviously needs attention, but if I can get it for under $1k, I think it would be money well spent, even if I completely go through it once I have it.

 

[North Idaho Wolfman]

Yes it will fit it.
If it doesn't come with the mounts you'll have to make those!

 

[evantwheeler]

Yes it will fit it.
If it doesn't come with the mounts you'll have to make those!

Thanks NIW. Will backhoe subframes install along with the 1720 FEL subframe, or is it one or the other?

I found the different subframe options searching on my phone browser (Messicks) and also now know the model of this subframe based on further photos from the seller. It doesnt appear to work with the L305, and like you stated, no mounts. Appreciate the quick response!

 

[evantwheeler]

I cant believe it was so difficult to find the info, but I finally found that the proper subframe for the L305 is L4531. The subframe on this unot for sale is a B4522H. Given the difficulty of fabbing new mounts (not so much hard as it is just time consuming) and the unknown as to if this subframe could even be compatible with my tractor, i gave the seller an offer that he declined. I told him if he has trouble selling it, i would honor the offer in the future. Someone will likely “outbid” me with a better offer, but for as little as i would need a backhoe, seems like the juice wouldnt be worth the squeeze until it was a really good deal. Thanks for the input. Here is the ebay listing description that had the subframe and model information in it. This was a listing for subframe assembly manual for various backhoe subframes.

 

[fried1765]

I cant believe it was so difficult to find the info, but I finally found that the proper subframe for the L305 is L4531. The subframe on this unot for sale is a B4522H. Given the difficulty of fabbing new mounts (not so much hard as it is just time consuming) and the unknown as to if this subframe could even be compatible with my tractor, i gave the seller an offer that he declined. I told him if he has trouble selling it, i would honor the offer in the future. Someone will likely “outbid” me with a better offer, but for as little as i would need a backhoe, seems like the juice wouldnt be worth the squeeze until it was a really good deal. Thanks for the input. Here is the ebay listing description that had the subframe and model information in it. This was a listing for subframe assembly manual for various backhoe subframes.

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I always get a chuckle when folks say something like: "as little as I would need a backhoe".
I have owned a backhoe (homeowner) for 37 years now.
I do not use it a lot,......
But when it is needed, there is no other machine that be would readily available to do the job as easily/efficiently/quickly.
I upgraded from a Ford 3400 TLB to a Kubota L48 TLB when I was 78 years old.
That was 4 years ago.
I'm "takin" my Kubota L48 TLB "wit" me!

 

[evantwheeler]

Ok, so I changed the thread title and am bumping this up, I also edited the first post, because I am no longer looking for info on if they are compatible.

I have located a brand new subframe model 4531, and it is surprisingly reasonably priced. It does not include the mounts. Are there any members with an L305, L345, or L355 that have an L4520a backhoe attachment that would be able to share photos of the subframe attachment points/mounting brackets, and maybe even help with some basic dimensioning if I end up with this backhoe?

 

[evantwheeler]

Well I made an offer on the subframe that I need and Messicks said that Kubota still shows (2) of the front subframe mounts in stock, so ordered those along with some cylinder rebuild kits I need for my FEL attachment cylinders. They could not tell me if the inventory quantity through Kubota's system was accurate unless I placed an order, so fingers crossed that I end up only needing to fabricate the rear mount/receiver for the subframe!

I also ordered a couple of manuals from Ebay for the 4520a and the installation instructions for the L4531 subframe. This may just come together yet!

Still interested in photos of mounting/attachment.

 

[evantwheeler]

Answering my own questions and posting for future knowledge. Called Woods and they sent me the installation instructions for the subframe I need (which I payed $20 for yesterday on eBay and is enroute via USPS from NY.....) and the instructions confirm fitment with FEL subframe.