needing a loader for my B7800

[Dixie B6000]

I just purchased a used kubota B7800 and need a front loader for it. I know the kubota LA402 loader fits it but not sure of any other models. If anyone has any leads on a used LA402 or one that will fit with little modification please let me know. Thanks in advance

 

[RDG]

I've got a woods LS84 loader on my B7800. It works very well and doesn't have that annoying bar that crosses over the fuel fill cap.

 

[Dixie B6000]

How is the quality of the Woods?

 

[RDG]

Since I use the B7800 primarily without the loader, I can't really say how it will stand up long term under heavy use. The fit and finish is very good. The only part that looks a little light is with the bucket. It uses only a single cyl mounted in the centre for the bucket scoop and dump...similar to the BX loaders. The Kubota models use a cylinder on each arm of the loader. I've got another larger loader tractor I use for my dozer, but the woods has easily done all of the lighter jobs. (Rock picking, spreading mulch etc)

 

[Dixie B6000]

Appreciate the info.

 

[Turbys_1700]

I purchased a Stoll FC350 for my NH1720 this spring...
So far I have been very pleased with the quality and performance...
My local NH dealer here was able to sell it at a very competitive price...
Don't know if you have a dealer close by that carries them but they are a good alternative...

FC CompactLine

 

[Motractr]

I also have a used b7800 without a loader. My Kubota dealer quoted me $3,500 for the LA402 installed. I am still debating on what to do.

 

[Dixie B6000]

Yea my dealer quoted me without a bucket $3,400 plus tax. Not sure if that was installed or not. Seems kinda expensive to me but i've never bought new equipment before so not really sure.

 

[easygo]

I don't think the quoted loader prices are out of general range. When I bought my first tractor (used) I bought a loader from the dealer. It was the LA-302 which is two sizes below the LA-402. Installed and after tax I payed $3000 in 2007.

 

[easygo]

I don't know where you guys are but this was posted here in Maine. I have never seen a complete unit up for sale like that before.

Woods 1008 Loader

Just FYI I have NO affiliation, relationship or shared bath towels with seller.

 

[cmhyland]

I've been told that on Kubota loaders... LA402 the number 402 stands for lift capacity in Kilograms... 402 x 2.2 = 884.4 lbs....

This is listed as the official specs...

1,060 lbs. (481 kg) at bucket pivot pin
760 lbs. (400 kg) at bucket center

So I guess it's not the official number but looks like a pretty close number for comparison...

Regards,
Chris

 

[Dixie B6000]

So will that woods model fit a B7800?

 

[easygo]

I suppose it might. The B2710/B2910 were the predecessors to the B2630/3030. The same era of design and frame size as the B7800. If you are seriously considering it check with a dealer or with Woods Inc.