XR4150 backhoe question

[LS Tractor Owner]

When I have the BH on, loader work seems easier. Definitely not light in the front end when it is on. Naturally if you hit bumps, you will rock back and forth from the weight.

The subframe is challenging the first few times you put it on /off. I can take it off in about 3 minutes, putting it on about 5. That is by myself. I set 2x12 wood blocks under the main pivot, which helps a lot. No difference to me if it is in the gravel driveway, off in the yard, or in the garage.

 

[Urakunu]

When I have the BH on, loader work seems easier. Definitely not light in the front end when it is on. Naturally if you hit bumps, you will rock back and forth from the weight.

The subframe is challenging the first few times you put it on /off. I can take it off in about 3 minutes, putting it on about 5. That is by myself. I set 2x12 wood blocks under the main pivot, which helps a lot. No difference to me if it is in the gravel driveway, off in the yard, or in the garage.

Thank you I appreciate the feedback!

 

[neverfailyou]

Thank you I appreciate the feedback!

I’m agreeing with the posts that the BH won’t be a problem putting back on the tractor. And I’m confident that the actual install and alignment is not a big issue whether on concrete or gravel.
It weighs about 1000 lbs without the bucket. My Woods rotary mower (bush hog type) is heavy also and my zero turn mower is 800 lbs. the BH doesn’t project out the rear an unusual distance but it is an attachment.

I had the dealer show me the install technique when I purchased the unit 3 years ago and it’s as described by others. Basically you get close, hook up hydraulics And then use outriggers and boom to get everything aligned. Removal is the same.
I’ve used the heck out the BH clearing and developing my 16 acres of mountainous land in north Alabama. Based on my rocky soil type, I could use a second and narrower bucket for trenching and stumping.
Good luck...

 

[Urakunu]

I知 agreeing with the posts that the BH won稚 be a problem putting back on the tractor. And I知 confident that the actual install and alignment is not a big issue whether on concrete or gravel.
It weighs about 1000 lbs without the bucket. My Woods rotary mower (bush hog type) is heavy also and my zero turn mower is 800 lbs. the BH doesn稚 project out the rear an unusual distance but it is an attachment.

I had the dealer show me the install technique when I purchased the unit 3 years ago and it痴 as described by others. Basically you get close, hook up hydraulics And then use outriggers and boom to get everything aligned. Removal is the same.
I致e used the heck out the BH clearing and developing my 16 acres of mountainous land in north Alabama. Based on my rocky soil type, I could use a second and narrower bucket for trenching and stumping.
Good luck...

Thanks so much for the feedback!

 

[mred2]

I have a 4150. The BH is no problem, as said takes about 3 to 4 minutes to take it off. About 5 to 7 to put it on. The first time I did it, I did not remove the pin for the drawbar. It will not let the BH move past it. I always put it back in so that I will not lose it. Love my tractor. The BH is a great attachment when you need it. I take mine off and on about 2 times a month.

 

[Doofy]

I think that for the first couple times that I remove and reinstall the backhoe, it will be done in the garage where it is hard, flat and level. After I get the hang of it, I'll try it in the yard.

 

[breadtrk]

I'm down to about 5 minutes with the BH on my 3037. First time I tried to hook it up I was green too, I didn't level the subframe before backing up and ripped the hydro filter off and bent the housing. Lesson learned.

 

[Bluesteel]

A subframe backhoe takes a lot of stress off the tractor compared to a 3 point backhoe. I also think once you get the hang of it they are much easier to attach with a subframe. Level pavement or ground is easiest but you can still level and adjust the hoe for attachment on uneven surfaces. LS is one of very few manufactures that over subframes.

 

[Avenger]

Last year I went though the fiasco of mounting a BH to my tractor. I purchased a used Woods thinking that all mounting types were the same. This used one even came with a ladder style (which is what LS uses) sub-frame mount. I quickly learned that the sub frame mounts are tractor specific. Woods makes the mounts for the different tractors, and they all use a 4-pt mount. I ordered one for my tractor and hand to modify it slightly to get it to work completely.

Hooking and unhooking a 4-pt mount is SOOO much better than the ladder style. The majority of the mount stays on the tractor, thus saving space when the BH is off the tractor. Everything is visible as all the hookups are at the back of the tractor. I dont have any level ground, but using the hydraulics, this is not an issue. I can hook up to the BH in just a few minutes, and the mount is solid. I did a video of this, you can find it on my YouTube channel, link in the signature.

If you have the option, get a 4-pt.