I have the same hoe, but the 2710, which is the next size frame up. I don't think there is a significant difference, though. It uses a 3ph attachment, a reinforced toplink bracket, and reinforced subframe brackets (I believe). I have the LA-402 FEL on my tractor, and I believe the subframe brackets required to mount the FEL satisfy the reinforcement requirements for the hoe, too. I think I read that if you have no FEL, you will need to reinforce the subframe with some brackets, too. Of course, you will also need to have some front end ballast. I personlly wouldn't recommend the hoe without the FEL on the tractor, since the FEL adds so much to the stablility while digging (assuming you use it to raise the front tires up). The rear 3ph attachement is quite rigid, once in place (the bar that goes in the toplink bracket is really beefy!) Some people get really passionate about NOT using a 3PH hoe, and that it MUST be a sub-frame mount. I have used mine quite a bit, and I really don't think there is any reason to worry if used according to the manual. Happy digging/w3tcompact/icons/smile.gif.
