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You should take a look at load rating on these tires. The AG 7x16 front tire on the L3200DT rates about 1100 lbs/tire. I reckon the tractor and empty loader/bucket come very close to this. Add a 1000 lb rock way out front, and you are well over the rating! The AG 11.2x24 on the rear rates...

I put these dualies on my 185 about 30 years ago..... http://www.orangetractortalks.com/forums/album.php?albumid=131

My L185DT had dual beam headlights, 35 years ago! I also wondered what Kubota was talking about. New?

I just bought a L3200DT, to replace an old L185DT. On the 185, I tried reversing the rims on the front end a couple of times. It made the tractor MUCH more stable on hills, but would nearly break your wrists trying to steer it. The 3200 has POWER STEERING! WOW! Am I going to tear it up if I...

So, what is the verdict? Home made studs ($0.50 ea) using 18-8 SS sheet metal screws- #14 hex washer type, Maxigrips ($1.10 ea) or tire chains (about $250/pair, on EBAY)? I have brand new R4 tires, and don't want to tear them up, particularly. I hope to put regular car chains on the front.

The quick answer is "yes". See my other post to you.

The L185DT came with a K650 backhoe. It was a 3 pt hitch attachment, with a PTO driven pump and self contained reservoir. I still have the K650 sitting in my garage, although I just sold the tractor. Plan is to rework the swing system, and use it on the new L3200. A few comments: Hydraulics...