Loader YFL-155 Loader, Can it be adapted to other models?

[doctormac]

I have a Yanmar 155 and a 1700D. The 155 has a Yanmar loader with its own pump that is located at the front of the tractor and driven by a direct link to the crank pully. Has anyone tried to adapt a loader like this to a different model? I know that I may need to create a new subframe for the assembly. I would be greatly interested in the success or failure anyone else has experienced with respect to switching out a loader.
Thanks,
Mac

 

[winston1]

Sure haven't done it but wondering if the 1700 would be able to adapt to a front drive. I sort of doubt it but you could use the tractors hydraulics.

 

[doctormac]

Using the existing pump and attaching it to the crank pulley, (as is done on the 155) does not appear to be an issue given the operator & owner manuals that I have for both tractors. The primary concern that I have is attaching the loader sub-frame to the 1700, and the ease or difficulty of making the switch.