L series frame sizes

[retiredbc473]

Looking to purchase a used backhoe for my L4200 series. I found an Ansung BK 976 at a good price. but when I look it up on their website says it will only fit L3300 series tractors. Are all of the L series frames etc, the same size? Thanks,
Randy

 

[SidecarFlip]

Be apprised of something. Unless the backhoe has a subframe that will fit your tractor, I'd advise against getting it. 3 point mounted backhoes can put a tremendous strain on the rear case, especially the top link casting if the hoe is horsed around at all or if you move the tractor around using the hoe, or if you loft the rear wheels off the ground with the stabilizers. You need a dedicated subframe to remove the associated stresses.

I'm not saying you will break the rear housing but you can. I know someone who did just that with a Woods Hoe on a 5030 Grand L and it cost $7000.00 to repair. A subframe removes the stress on the case and transfers it to the steel tractor frame. it's really a must have thing for a hoe on a tractor unless it's a dedicated unit.

 

[retiredbc473]

This one comes with the complete subframe kit. Just trying to figure out if it will fit or not. If the L series have different frame sizes.

 

[UpNorthMI]

There seem to be a lot of differences between a L3300 and L4200, length, width, wheel base and tons of other things. I would not buy this backhoe unit due to all of these differences and the fact that the manufacturer does not list your tractor as suitable.
Move on and find a good fit. Good luck in your search.