BX FEL receiver for ball hitch

[zapper]

I have a bx25d with the quick attached bucket. I would like to purchase or fabricate a receiver hitch that attaches to the front end loader with the bucket removed. I am thinking this will give me more lifting capacity for heavy trailers and better visualization. What do you think of this idea? Thanks

 

[CountryBumkin]

The FEL is only capable of lifting around 750lbs with bucket attached (maybe 1,000lbs without bucket) if this is all you need - go for it.
I would be surprised if there was anything you could purchase. I think this is going to be 100% home built.

If you need to lift more, the 3-point is capable of lifting about 1,765 lbs. There are pre-built systems with receiver hitches for the 3-point.

 

[forceten]

I got a heavy hitch for my 3 point in the rear. Great sturdy add on and I can lift any trailer and move it around. Can carry much more weight with the 3 point then the FEL arms

 

[zapper]

Thanks for the reply guys, I am now rethinking and shopping for a heavy duty 3 pt hitch. Lots of different styles to choose from.

 

[CountryBumkin]

I got a heavy hitch for my 3 point in the rear. Great sturdy add on and I can lift any trailer and move it around. Can carry much more weight with the 3 point then the FEL arms

I just got my Heavy Hitch. Nice product. I'm looking to buy some "suitcase weights". I see the John Deere suitcase weights for sale at Lowes and HD. Are those (black) weights on your Heavy Hitch the 42 LB JD weights - or something else?

 

[forceten]

I just got my Heavy Hitch. Nice product. I'm looking to buy some "suitcase weights". I see the John Deere suitcase weights for sale at Lowes and HD. Are those (black) weights on your Heavy Hitch the 42 LB JD weights - or something else?

http://omni-mfg.com/42-lb-Suitcase-Weight-2-pack-FREE-SHIPPING8-P5053526.aspx

They had trouble getting me one of the 4 weights - but quickly replaced it for me (each weight came in its own box but the post office lost one weight - came out of the box)

 

[Stubbyie]

Even though posted that a fix was obtained, others may find this useful.

I've seen a skid-steer type quick attach unit that had a female receiver hitch tube on it but for the life of me can't remember where----somewhere on the web from an attachment distributor.

By poking around you can find a quick-attach plate only onto which almost anything can be welded or maybe bolted. May not be cost effective for a receiver hitch. Seems like they go for maybe $150 delivered. May be light weight steel, so be sure to check. Then weld on the female receiver tube available from Tractor Supply or similar.

I've even seen a stripped down deal, where all you get are the two implement-side quick attach brackets and you furnish the steel plate. Dirt cheap and may actually fit the tractor's quick attach.

I'd be curious how either of these fab-it-yourself solutions might work out.

Please post back continuing experiences so we may all continue to learn.

 

[swoop]

No ideal how well these work, but might be what you were looking for
http://www.amleo.com/paynes-hitch-r...7dL2GeQWo1oYO-HuqQK5aKgWG4xx5jwsUgaAoWA8P8HAQ

 

[Lil Foot]

It's not a receiver, but I made up this, & it works well for moving the trailer and light hook work.

 

[CountryBumkin]

http://omni-mfg.com/42-lb-Suitcase-Weight-2-pack-FREE-SHIPPING8-P5053526.aspx

They had trouble getting me one of the 4 weights - but quickly replaced it for me (each weight came in its own box but the post office lost one weight - came out of the box)

The pricing on that link would have saved me about $15 to $20 per weight over the Lowes price (with tax), but the website checkout process says "there is no shipping option available to my area" (central FL). I guess that is because of the free shipping.

Thanks for posting.

 

[bcbull378]

It's not a receiver, but I made up this, & it works well for moving the trailer and light hook work.

Hope you don't mind but I have to build a set up just as you did , very nice .

 

[Lil Foot]

Hope you don't mind but I have to build a set up just as you did , very nice .

Not a bit, I consider it a complement, thanks!

 

[sheepfarmer]

Even though posted that a fix was obtained, others may find this useful.

I've seen a skid-steer type quick attach unit that had a female receiver hitch tube on it but for the life of me can't remember where----somewhere on the web from an attachment distributor

I'd be curious how either of these fab-it-yourself solutions might work out.

Please post back continuing experiences so we may all continue to learn.

There is a Titan pallet fork model that includes a receiver hitch.

 

[forceten]

The pricing on that link would have saved me about $15 to $20 per weight over the Lowes price (with tax), but the website checkout process says "there is no shipping option available to my area" (central FL). I guess that is because of the free shipping.

Thanks for posting.

I had that problem too - had to call them. They had me email my address and how many weights I wanted and they sent me a paypal invoice.

So yeah glitch on their website because its free shipping. But call them and they will get it straightened out. I like the black weights compared to john deer green that I would have had to paint. And the weights are pretty decent. Fits the heavy hitch perfect! And its cheaper then local (don't forget the tax too - none from online)

 

[zapper]

Thanks for all the great ideas. I'm on the fence right now which way go. Rear 3 pt has the most capacity but I will have to remove the backhoe, connect the 3 pt hitch linkages, and the hook up the 3 pt hitch. It will also be harder for me to back up and position my trailers then going forward with a front end hitch. If I do try to fabricate a front end hitch I will remove my front loader bucket very easy to do with my quick release. This will give me a little more lifting capacity and easier to see the ball. I think it will also be easier to look forward while parking or moving trailers.

 

[aeblank]

There is tax on online purchases as of November 1.

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[forceten]

Thanks for all the great ideas. I'm on the fence right now which way go. Rear 3 pt has the most capacity but I will have to remove the backhoe, connect the 3 pt hitch linkages, and the hook up the 3 pt hitch. It will also be harder for me to back up and position my trailers then going forward with a front end hitch. If I do try to fabricate a front end hitch I will remove my front loader bucket very easy to do with my quick release. This will give me a little more lifting capacity and easier to see the ball. I think it will also be easier to look forward while parking or moving trailers.

I also have this from BXpanded and with their quick backhoe bucket attach. I can put on that receiver in 1 min time.

Granted the backhoe can't lift as much as the three point hitch. But just in case you wanted to leave your Bh on - here is another option

http://bxpanded.com/index.php?l=product_detail&p=73

There is tax on online purchases as of November 1.

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Didn't know that - is that for ALL internet purchases now? I haven't bought anything online this month

 

[aeblank]

Supposed to be, yeah.

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[Eldubya]

Having a hitch on the FEL is great! VERY easy to put whatever, wherever, with accuracy. Only down-side I see is the limited lifting capability. The three point system is stronger, but a PITA to remove your back hoe every time.
Lil Foot - I like your simple your ball attachment. I have an 2`` trailer receiver assembly from a pick-up welded to the top of my FEL, and just insert the hitch into that. Works OK, but is too high to get underneath a lot of trailer tongues. Yours, attached to the bottom of the bucket would be preferable.

 

[Kubota_Man]

Lil Foot I gotta say I like your idea. Your gem it a hit. I could see adding clevis points as well. Now to find me some iron