Hi Solo,
My understanding of Loader-Ready, is the tractor has the joystick on it, and connections for your hoses. Also if I remember right the bracket is in place for the loader hookup. Should look like two arms coming out from the side of front frame. This is where the weight of the loader rests. There may be other things I'm forgetting but these are 2 things to look for. I don't have a good picture of my tractor without the loader, or that would definitely help. The dealer said it silly for him not to get his tractors in Loader-Ready, most people wanted that option. Good Luck, I hope this helps you.
Kent