Pulled trigger on a Branson 4015H with the new stronger loader

Bama67 · Aug 10, 2018

Just signed for a Branson 4015H with their new BL150 loader, with double rear remotes.
I couldn't find anything in this smaller size that matched the Branson capability, especially for the money.
This tractor is quite a bit smaller than their 20 series and 1000lbs lighter, but with the new loader can lift 2200lbs to full height with 3660lbs breakout and can lift 3306lbs on the rear. Thats pretty dang good and I'm pretty excited about it.
I got this one as it will split time between Alabama and 9,400' in Colorado so the turbo engine should be ideal and the lighter and smaller size makes it much easier for me to haul.

ericm979 · Aug 10, 2018

That's about the same capacity as the BL25 on my 3725. I have not lifed the rear tires but they feel light with a full load and that's with a 550lb box blade and loaded tires. You could make a couple heavy ballast boxes and have one in each location.

ptsg · Aug 10, 2018

Congrats on your new toy! I bet you will enjoy it very much. I love my F36R ( 3515R in the US). I have found mine to be very stable with the rear tires filled, and I tend to do a lot of mowing in steep hills.

Also over time you will notice that there is actually lots of quality in fit and finish of the tractor. Small details like every hydraulic hose is protected with hose loom.

You need to show it to us whenever you get it.

Bama67 · Aug 10, 2018

It逞ｴ really surprising what this little tractors loader is rated for. That is about the same breakout force as my Bobcat CT440 had, which was a very stout loader, and was quite a bit larger tractor.
I will try to be cautious not to overload the frame or front axle on the 15 series.
I had loaded tires on the Bobcat and it痴 the only way to go for sure.
cant wait to pick it up in about 10 days.

Texasmark · Aug 11, 2018

Sounds like you did your homework and got yourself a winner. Wink!

Bama67 · Aug 11, 2018

Yeah the research is one of my favorite parts.

Branson Bob · Aug 11, 2018

Good Luck with your new Branson, Bama. Welcome.

Bama67 · Aug 28, 2018

I've put about 12 hours on the tractor thus far. Mostly heavy brush mowing, with some loader work.
Loader is definitely too strong for the tractor unless you have something heavy on the back, lifts the rear almost constantly.

I like the tractor, the Hydromax transmisson that automatically revs the engine to match hydrostatic pedal is normally really nice. On flat ground it works well, although if there is even a slight bump, the tractor doesn't have enough power to drive over it unless you are in the lowest of 3 ranges. Hydro sucks up alot of power.

Also the transmission is quite loud, but the tractors engine is pretty quiet.
All I have to compare to was my Bobcat CT440 which is basically a Kioti DK40SE.

Fit in finish is very good, everything looks very high quality. I love how simple everything seems, engine is simple mechanically injected with a small turbo with a passive DPF system (that can be removed) I havent done that yet, but glad to know I can if it becomes a problem in the future. Engine is very smooth, running at 2000 rpm is not offensive.
With hood popped everything is very easy to get to.

Power of the little tractor is excellent, no problem running a 6 ft 1200lb Brown Bush hog with a 130hp gearbox. (Borrowing it from my brother)
My Bobcat 40hp tractor seemed to lose more power to the PTO, although it could do more in mid range.
I dont care for the seat, and it doesn't flip forward, and the non-retractable seat belt is annoying, and the joystick isnt the most ergonomic, but I like how all the hydraulics lines are up and high out of harms way and if the engine speed is up, the hydraulics are really fast.

All in all I am very satisfied with it thus far.