Kubota SSQA on a LA364 loader?

[Dano08]

Was wondering if you can put a kubota skid steer quick attach (like on the 2650) on a LA364 FEL? I have read posts of people putting them on a LA504 but not on a LA364. I have a 2620 and would love to do it but from talking to my kubota dealer they said the 364 is narrower than a 504 or the one that comes on a 2650/3050. Was hoping it would be a matter of removing a few pins putting the new one on and getting a new bucket. Any help/ info would be greatly appreciated.

 

[cal2620]

dano08 I don't know if the quick attach for the b2650 will fit on the la364 but I have Kubotas old quick attach that is made for the b3200 la504 loader and fits on the b2620 la364 loader. It works great on my b2620 TLB. I have four attachments I can put on the loader. standard 50" bucket,W.R.Long 48" OBG2 grapple, construction attachments 42" compact pallet forks,W.R.Long 60" front blade. Here is some pics cal2620.

 

[Dano08]

Thanks for the pics. It definitely gives me an option but I am hoping for the kubota skid steer style. The good news is if the attachment you have was made for a 504 and it fits on your 364 then at least the pin spacing of a 364 & 504 are the same. Unless you had to make some modifications for it to fit?

 

[cal2620]

no modifications have been done to the loader or the quick attach.

 

[Dano08]

That's good news, thanks. Now only if the 364 spacing is the same as the LA534( which comes on the 2650) I will be in good shape. Hope someone out there can help with this one.

 

[bandaidmd]

That's good news, thanks. Now only if the 364 spacing is the same as the LA534( which comes on the 2650) I will be in good shape. Hope someone out there can help with this one.

From the research I have done its a perfect match. You order it from the sales dept not the parts counter.

 

[Dano08]

Thanks bandaidmd. You have done the research, are you considering something similar? By chance do have a part number for the kubota ssqa?

 

[ericdube]

It will fit (the spacing is identical), but remember you will also either need to modify the bucket you have now (not an easy task based on the write-ups I've seen) or purchase a new SSQA compatible bucket.

B2366 - SSQA Mount (2-Lever Style)
B2324 - 54" Bucket (SSQA)
B2356 - 60" Light Material Bucket (SSQA)
B2376 - Pallet Fork Frame (SSQA)
K9048 - 36" Pallet Forks
B2749 - 60" Straight Blade with Hydraulic Angle (SSQA) (Requires 3rd Function)
B2759 - 72" Straight Blade with Hydraulic Angle (SSQA) (Requires 3rd Function)
B7302 - Third Function Valve Kit for B50 Series

 

[ishiboo]

Also keep in mind the SSQA mount plus the mods to the bucket can add a lot of weight plus move the load further forward, and on a smaller loader that can mean a lot. I have a LA650 and am still debating on whether or not I want to do the mod and loose the lift capacity. I have a Bobcat 773 which I could share attachments with, but seeing how much heavier duty the lift arms/etc. are on the Bobcat I'm not sure how many would really apply to both.

Still not sure what I'm going to do. The only thing I'd "LOVE" to have on the front of the tractor is really the post pounder, but that's borderline too big for the loader anyway so I'm not sure. It came with a skid loader attach and a 3-point, used it once on the skid loader and a hose blew and squirted all over me in the cab and never again. It's on the 3-point now.

 

[bandaidmd]

Thanks bandaidmd. You have done the research, are you considering something similar? By chance do have a part number for the kubota ssqa?

Yes i did the research but I ended up building my own ssqa. Don't let the little bit of loss in lifting capacity deter you its a great addition to our tractors. Are you modifieing your bucket or buying a new one.
There are also aftermarket SSQA available for our tractors I think there in the 700 to 800 dollar range, someone said the kubota one was cheaper (that would really be a shock)

 

[Dano08]

For now I am looking to buy a new bucket (54"). Don't know what to do with the old one, probably end up selling it off. It's a shame though, only used it for one load of gravel for the driveway and to move a bit of mulch and snow. Even got a tooth bar made for it. As fas as other ssqa, I looked around at others but kubota is asking around $480 for theirs so price wise I am going with kubota brand. Their price shocked me as well.

 

[sierradmax]

I just installed the SSQA on my B2320. It does add some weight but has been very useful for me. I have many skid steer attachments, often in use on a job, i.e. plowing a commercial lot with a snow bucket. I leave the skid steer material bucket to use for plowing my yard & hauling in firewood with my B2320. I have often run into situations where I would need an attachment for a job when the skid steer was out in use. Now, rather than loading the skid steer to grab the attachment, I can load on my truck or trailer with my tractor. Only thing I know I won't be able to load is the 709 backhoe attachment 1500lbs.+

 

[ishiboo]

I just installed the SSQA on my B2320. It does add some weight but has been very useful for me. I have many skid steer attachments, often in use on a job, i.e. plowing a commercial lot with a snow bucket. I leave the skid steer material bucket to use for plowing my yard & hauling in firewood with my B2320. I have often run into situations where I would need an attachment for a job when the skid steer was out in use. Now, rather than loading the skid steer to grab the attachment, I can load on my truck or trailer with my tractor. Only thing I know I won't be able to load is the 709 backhoe attachment 1500lbs.+

Can you pick the snow bucket up with a load of snow? I have a similarly sized Bobcat (773) and the snow bucket must weigh 400-500 lbs, and with a big full load of snow the Bobcat won't even tip it. (1750 rated.) I'd love to throw it on the tractor, the LA650 I think would be rated for about 1300 lbs lift if I understand things correctly, but it seems like they are too big for the tractors? I would also worry about plowing with a 6' or 7' snow blade on the front of the loader, is that just me being overly cautious?

I am not arguing with anyone that SSQA is *nice* and I'd definitely like to have it on the tractor, the limitations just concern me for general purpose use. If I had a 1800 lb lift loader on the tractor, it'd be a definite. Still debating whether or not it's worth it for me.

Maybe I'm just being way too conservative...

 

[bandaidmd]

For now I am looking to buy a new bucket (54"). Don't know what to do with the old one, probably end up selling it off. It's a shame though, only used it for one load of gravel for the driveway and to move a bit of mulch and snow. Even got a tooth bar made for it. As fas as other ssqa, I looked around at others but kubota is asking around $480 for theirs so price wise I am going with kubota brand. Their price shocked me as well.

$100 for a plate and a little welding makes converting your existing bucket easy.

Universal Skid Steer Loader Weld on Quick Attach Adapter Plate Standard Duty | eBay

Don't try to cut your brackets "off" the back of the bucket, its a frustrating waste of time and energy. Cut around the bracket "thru" the back of the bucket leaving 2 rectangle windows. When you put the plate on it will cover the holes and give a good edge to weld to.

 

[sierradmax]

Reminder, I'm using the standard 72" materials bucket for snow removal around my property with the tractor. Can I lift a full heaping bucket of wet, heavy snow. No, but a full bucket of light snow. Yes. If I get too much snow in the bucket, the machine still can curl the bucket forward, dump and the tractor can push it up the snowbank. Everything I need it to do and in a 1/3 less time than with the 48" bucket.

 

[Dano08]

Thanks for all the help Sierradmax. I went out today and ordered my SSQA. I also decided to take bandaidmd advise and ordered a plate for my existing bucket. Figured since it has little use on it and a tooth bar I might as well keep it and use what I have plus save some $. Just have to wait till everything gets in and get to work on it.

 

[sierradmax]

Did the same thing and ordered this plate.
Skid Loader Skid Steer Universal Quick Attach Plate | eBay
only 46 lbs. Full steel one weights around 95 lbs.

 

[Dano08]

That is the exact same plate I ordered today. I even called them to make sure it would cover the pockets I cut when removing my pin set up. And it will. Hope yours works out for you. Post some pics after you have made the change.

 

[Dillier23]

Has there been any progress on this project? I'd like to see some pictures of the SSQA and the plates some of you have been using to convert the buckets.

 

[Dano08]

I will see if I can get some pics posted. But my project is done and it worked out great.