Backhoe options for M6060? subframe kits too?

[countryguy]

Hi everyone, Bit of a newb on backhoe options for the 2018 M6060.
We have a L2550 w/ a 4590 (seems same as a 469) on a 3pt connect-up. Never felt is was all that super-sturdy... but works for small jobs.

For the M60, Thinking I would like something like 9' to 11' reach and some better muscle. (besides, the bro-in-law has the L2550/4590 at his place).

So 3pt, and now hearing about 4pts. I also saw a video from Messicks about a subframe-assy kit for BH's to put on your rig to keep it from snapping. Anyone putting subframes for support on theirs aftermarket? Sounds like a pretty sound idea.

Add all that up-is there a safe choice for a backhoe to pop on around the ranch on the M6060? Would prefer used due to budget. Looked at a few used Woods BH1050, one noted it was from a M6040 ?

So after rattling on... Can someone assist w/ a safe and effective solution for a backhoe... it'll go on, work, and go back into the barn.

 

[mikester]

If you have the space and the budget Id suggest buying a older used full sized construction TLB like a case 580 or cat 420.

If your heart is set on modding your tractor the frame mount would be your sturdiest option. Or trade in for an M62. If you need to dig 10 feet, constantly climbing on and off the tractor to get on the BH is going to suck real fast.

 

[200mph]

Taken from the wholegoods price list.

General format of text: Order code, description weight and suggested list price

BACKHOE & ACCESSORIES
M4509 Backhoe, 9 ft. digging depth 1960 lbs $10,000.00
Includes Flip-Type Grousers
Requires Mounting Kit and Bucket

M4509V Backhoe, 9 ft. digging depth 1960 lbs $11,500.00
Includes Auxiliary Valve and Flip-Type Grousers
Requires Mounting Kit and Bucket

M4011 Backhoe, 11.1 ft. digging depth 1940 lbs $12,194.00
Includes Flip-Type Grousers
Requires Mounting Kit and Bucket
Dipperstick includes Thumb Bracket

M4011V Backhoe, 11.1 ft. digging depth 2020 lbs $13,917.00
Includes Auxiliary Valve and Flip-Type Grousers
Requires Mounting Kit and Bucket
Dipperstick includes Thumb Bracket

BACKHOE MOUNTING KIT
M4021 Backhoe Sub frame Kit for ROPS 575 lbs $2,296.00
M4022 Backhoe Sub frame Kit for Cab 575 lbs $2,375.00

 

[countryguy]

Found that 3pt warning vid.... for other newbs.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LjWzj1MFHs4

 

[countryguy]

Thanks! on it. checking on those fro wholegood.. (never hear of them.. so thanks). The Case or Cat is not a bad idea either... Hmmmm More stuff is always part of the DNA right...

OK... found out what the wholegoods stuff is... Here is a really good link by M Tractor series for BH's. PDF shows the info by model.. just thought it was easier to read. https://www.tractorbynet.com/forums...92-any-m-series-cab-m-series-backhoe-info-pdf

In short... If I do something it'll be a orange tag w/ w/ subframe assy and such. Thanks all!