Backhoe RPM

[Gary Fowler]

I don't think we are talking about stalling, just moving the tractor when not under load. Some folks rev up 2000+ rpm each time they move the tractor even if it is just crawling from one location to another with no load. They think it has to be high rpm to make it work right when in reality you can control the speed with the throttle just as easily as if it were gear drive.

 

[Gil Case]

I am only parroting what my Kioti dealer told me about RPM's on my CK20HST model. "HST operates best above 2,000 RPM". 2,000 RPM is not "winding it out" or "screaming noise". For example, 540 PTO RPM is 2400 engine RPM on the CK20.
OP asked for opinions on operating RPM's.
You all are free to go forth and do as you wish.

 

[GMIslander]

I agree with the 1500 to 2000 range using 2485 back hoe, loader, logging winch or snowplowing. May go over 2000 if on the road, trying to achieve cruising speed. I think it's easier to get the FEEL of your hydraulic systems at less than max rpm.