Dirt Moving FEL on GC2400 for Digging?

[jmpbuffalo]

Hi, folks,

Not sure if I should place this here or in "buying/pricing" but here goes. Can the FEL that goes with the GC2400 be used for digging? For instance, if I wanted to scrape away topsoil down to a depth of 6 to 12 inches for a path, or just for grading? If so, does anyone have experience comparing it to the Kubota 2320 with the LA304 FEL?

Thanks,


Joe

 

[ray66v]

No way is a little 2400 is not going to be effective, digging with the FEL.

Loosen it up with a plow first, and then you will have no trouble removing it with the 2400 FEL.

 

[Chooglin]

Although its not the proper tool/attachment for the job, it can be done.It will take more time an patience. a toothbar will also make it easier to do.

 

[rjmack]

it's very easy to underestimate those machines.

 

[Wacky]

I don't think the Kubota is going to do much different. You must loosen the soil first to remove it first.

 

[Chooglin]

Short video and pic of what these small tractors are capable of.
85% of this was done ,using the loader.

YouTube - GC 2310

 

[dex3361]

You can do a lot of dirt work if equipped for the task the other end of the little Massey would need a box blade with rippers to loosen the soil and I would get a tooth bar. You can dig with a FEL but it is better to loosen it up a bit before scooping it up. I also do most of my earth work in the spring when the freeze thaw cycle has softened the ground for me.

 

[AMCS]

Depends on the type of soil you have. With light sandy soil it's easy. With heavier clay soil I'd break it up first. If rocky I wouldn't try it with a SCUT. IMHO

 

[dex3361]

Depends on the type of soil you have. With light sandy soil it's easy. With heavier clay soil I'd break it up first. If rocky I wouldn't try it with a SCUT. IMHO

All true.:thumbsup:

 

[jmpbuffalo]

Thanks for all the replies. The video showed just the sort of thing I had in mind.


Joe