2320 frame vs 2520

[Gizmo2]

Is the 2520 frame narrower than the 2320 or is it just my imagination?
Looking at some of the pictures of the 2520 front view it appears to be, the front frame on my 2320 measures approximately 14 inches, across the front plate with the three holes in it. What does the 2520 measure?

 

[tomd999]

Hiya,

Your right, the 2520's plate is 10-1/2" across according to my handy dandy wood yardstick.

Tom

 

[Gizmo2]

So the frame all the way back is 10.5 inches. That is why the loader arms are longer. Wonder why Deere did that? I would think the wider frame would have better stability. Go figure!