A year ago I purchased my B6100D complete with front mounted snowblower. I wanted however to add a loader, as is the case for most of us. I did very little research, however was fortunate enough to find a "deceased" cub cadet with a Kubota LA211 loader attached. I used the TOBAR technique when deciding if it was going to fit/work on my B6100. For thos unfamiliar with TOBAR, its simple.... That Otta Be About Right. It turns out that the LA211 is like a glove... Fits and operates perfectly. I needed to modify the subframe that once held the blower to accept the loader brackets, but it really was easy. Too, although it might appear to decrease the ground clearance, I have been aggressively trying to get it to "hang up", and have been unsuccessful. That said, if you manage to get hung up, you have a loader..... unstick yourself!
The specs.... The B6100 is 14hp, and is tonnes of power, I was digging in wet dirt and operating at 1/3 power, and there was no bogging. The hydraulic pump on the tractor is more than sufficient. The subframe worked well, and has caused no hiccups. Too, it makes it easy to remove everything if need be. The loader is slightly offset to the right, this allows room for the air filter and still gives enough space for the muffler. The arms that fold up and down that are used for quick removal of the loader will be lengthened.... They are a bit short, and make quick on quick off into a 15 minute action rather than the 5 minutes it is supposed to take. Counter weight.... You need a counterweight. I used everything from scrap metal through to the bush hog, and settled on a weight box. I purchased a Kubota B5320 and filled it with concrete (6 bags at 65 lbs each) and some scrap metal that I had around the shop, total 475 lbs. With that weight the tractor turns very easily even with the bucket loaded. Just fyi, the tractor works fine without the counterweight,but it is much heavier to turn, and you can tell that the tractor is working much harder without the weight.
Ok... So here are the pitfalls....
1. I had the subframe, but needed to modify it, I will post measurements if anyone wants them, but will also post pics.
2. You need to plumb in a relief valve (about $50), its easy!
3. The loader has 3 hoses... power in, power beyond, and the last hose will go to the filler for your tank. That last hose is also the dump for your relief valve, and is low to no pressure, its just a return.
4. Buy the ROPS.... The danger of rolling is significantly increased with a loader.
So guys, it is possible. The B6100 is plenty powerful enough and makes a great loader platform. I'm using it to move heavy items around the yard as well as the obvious, dirt, snow etc. Just for the record, the tractor will be repainted in "new Kubota Orange" this summer, and the frame in the Kubota grey to match the ROPS.
The specs.... The B6100 is 14hp, and is tonnes of power, I was digging in wet dirt and operating at 1/3 power, and there was no bogging. The hydraulic pump on the tractor is more than sufficient. The subframe worked well, and has caused no hiccups. Too, it makes it easy to remove everything if need be. The loader is slightly offset to the right, this allows room for the air filter and still gives enough space for the muffler. The arms that fold up and down that are used for quick removal of the loader will be lengthened.... They are a bit short, and make quick on quick off into a 15 minute action rather than the 5 minutes it is supposed to take. Counter weight.... You need a counterweight. I used everything from scrap metal through to the bush hog, and settled on a weight box. I purchased a Kubota B5320 and filled it with concrete (6 bags at 65 lbs each) and some scrap metal that I had around the shop, total 475 lbs. With that weight the tractor turns very easily even with the bucket loaded. Just fyi, the tractor works fine without the counterweight,but it is much heavier to turn, and you can tell that the tractor is working much harder without the weight.
Ok... So here are the pitfalls....
1. I had the subframe, but needed to modify it, I will post measurements if anyone wants them, but will also post pics.
2. You need to plumb in a relief valve (about $50), its easy!
3. The loader has 3 hoses... power in, power beyond, and the last hose will go to the filler for your tank. That last hose is also the dump for your relief valve, and is low to no pressure, its just a return.
4. Buy the ROPS.... The danger of rolling is significantly increased with a loader.
So guys, it is possible. The B6100 is plenty powerful enough and makes a great loader platform. I'm using it to move heavy items around the yard as well as the obvious, dirt, snow etc. Just for the record, the tractor will be repainted in "new Kubota Orange" this summer, and the frame in the Kubota grey to match the ROPS.
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