So you want a grapple

[FloridaBoy32780]

Many people would like a Grapple, but are crushed by the cost of the Grapple and adding a 3rd function control. I suggest you look a the "Brush Crusher" line by Westendorf. It does not require a third function control. They seem to be plentiful on the marketing web pages.

Universal skid steer brush crusher | Tractor Attachments | Westendorf

Browse the Universal skid steer brush crusher and other Brush Crusher in the Brush Crusher at Westendorf.

www.loaders.com

 

[Shawn T. W]

I couldn't find out how much it weighs ... Do you know?

 

[FloridaBoy32780]

I couldn't find out how much it weighs ... Do you know?

238 for the sub compact model as much as 295 for others
You can contact Westendorf on their web page regarding specifics
There are models for pin on buckets or quick attach .

 

[edritchey]

The model BC4215 with the center teeth are 238 pounds. The model BC4200 without the center teeth is a little less

 

[FloridaBoy32780]

The model BC4215 with the center teeth are 238 pounds. The model BC4200 without the center teeth is a little less

Actually you have it reversed on weight, the 4200 is without the extra teeth and weighs 238.
The 4215 has the extra teeth and weighs 285.

 

[PoTreeBoy]

Here's a review

New grapple design with no 3rd function needed.

Have pallet forks. One of my 1st attachments. Work fairly well but there are time a grapple would be useful.

www.orangetractortalks.com

 

[FloridaBoy32780]

Here's a review

New grapple design with no 3rd function needed.

Have pallet forks. One of my 1st attachments. Work fairly well but there are time a grapple would be useful.

www.orangetractortalks.com

As I get closer to buying a tractor, I think more about delaying the purchase of a grapple. It will always be high on my want list, But I am at $16K to $18.5K on the tractor and it is at the limit of my budget for this year. A used quick attach, ajustable pallet fork may be in my future ($300- $650 locally)

 

[imarobot]

How much does this thing cost?

 

[FloridaBoy32780]

How much does this thing cost?

MSRP: is near $3200, but you can find it discounted at dealers. Seen several in the $2500 range on web pages nearing the end of the year.

 

[Bearcatrp]

Here is a different design that I’m considering. Have to verify it will work with my pallet forks.

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[TheOldHokie]

Adding a DIY third function valve to most Kubota loaders is not expensive. I think these "solutions" are false economies most people will come to regret.

JMO,

Dan

 

[FloridaBoy32780]

Adding a DIY third function valve to most Kubota loaders is not expensive. I think these "solutions" are false economies most people will come to regret.

JMO,

Dan

$800 to over $2K depending whether aftermarket self installed or dealer ??
OR . . . .buy a TYM T25 with one factory installed

 

[TheOldHokie]

$800 to over $2K depending whether aftermarket self installed or dealer ??
OR . . . .buy a TYM T25 with one factory installed

You are exaggerating. Here is a simple example of a complete low cost electric valve. I put a manual valve on my L3901 for less. It was going to be temporary but its still there 3 years later...

https://www.ebay.com/itm/406916933247

Dan

 

[FloridaBoy32780]

You are exaggerating. Here is a simple example of a complete low cost electric valve. I put a manual valve on my L3901 for less. It was going to be temporary but its still there 3 years later...

https://www.ebay.com/itm/406916933247

Dan

Show me a similar priced kit for for a Kubota BX or B series . .. . .. . and then I will be impressed.
All I have been able to find low priced is "partial" kits. Most people don't have the skills or resources to complete partial kits.

 

[TheOldHokie]

Show me a similar priced kit for for a Kubota BX or B series . .. . .. . and then I will be impressed.
All I have been able to find low priced is "partial" kits. Most people don't have the skills or resources to complete partial kits.

You are new here

What model BX and loàder and with or without backhoe. Most are almost trivial and I will be happÿ to walk you through it. The hydraulics is as simple as hooking up two hoses.

 

[FloridaBoy32780]

You are new here

What model BX and loàder and with or without backhoe. Most are almost trivial and I will be happÿ to walk you through it. The hydraulics is as simple as hooking up two hoses.

Been thru the game of Metric vs SAE threads many times before. . . . . .getting the Metric parts can be difficult. Americans get confused by metric wrenches . . . . . . . let alone parts. No backhoe in my future.
My tractor decision is between Kubota B2601 vs BX2680 vs TYM T25 with respective FEL's Best price / value is on a low hour B2601. TYM has the 3rd function factory installed.

 

[TheOldHokie]

Been thru the game of Metric vs SAE threads many times before. . . . . .getting the Metric parts can be difficult. Americans get confused by metric wrenches . . . . . . . let alone parts. No backhoe in my future.
My tractor decision is between Kubota B2601 vs BX2680 vs TYM T25 with respective FEL's Best price / value is on a low hour B2601. TYM has the 3rd function factory installed.

You sound like the "little engine that csouldn't"

There are very few metric hydraulic fittings on a Kubota. Tractor side is largely BSP and loader side is imperial. All readily available at your local hydraulic supply.

Have fun shopping.

Dan

 

[FloridaBoy32780]

You sound like the "little engine that csouldn't"

There are very few metric hydraulic fittings on a Kubota. Tractor side is largely BSP and loader side is imperial. All readily available at your local hydraulic supply.

Have fun shopping.

Dan

It is so easy that most tractor owners avoid it .. . .. . . . .. REALITY.

 

[Mikeymotorbikey]

Not really, some of us revel in it.

With Dan's help I installed a third function, 2 rear remotes, hard plumbed TNT, and PB loop.
I have no idea what I've got into it $ wise but it was much less than Kubota or most aftermarket co's wanted. And the functionality of my tractor has increased dramatically.
The info is out there.

Mike

 

[PoTreeBoy]

As I get closer to buying a tractor, I think more about delaying the purchase of a grapple. It will always be high on my want list, But I am at $16K to $18.5K on the tractor and it is at the limit of my budget for this year. A used quick attach, ajustable pallet fork may be in my future ($300- $650 locally)

Sounds like you're leaning toward the TYM.

I'm skeptical of the mechanical grapple. Yesterday, I used the hydraulic grapple on my L35 to haul trees to the burn pile from the road ROW. Sometimes I was raking stuff up and sometimes it was better to grab it claw-like. I don't see how the mechanical grapple can give you that flexibility.

I started with forks. As you can see, they can carry quite a load.

With limited funds, I'd go with the forks and forego the grapple until I was equipped with a third function. I still have uses for the forks besides hauling brush.