LA504 Loader 54" or 60" bucket?

[bo3200]

Hi guys, I'm trying to decide on a 54" or 60" bucket for a LA504 loader on a B3200.
I noticed on the Kubota website that beside the 60" bucket description they have in parenthesis (Light), and nothing beside the 54" bucket.

Leads me to believe one is a little heavier gauge than the other.

Any input would be appreciated.

Thanks!
Shawn

 

[Bulldog]

It really makes it hard to deside what would be the best choice when it don't tell you anything. If I were you I would get the quick attach option for the loader for sure. I have the same style on my LA 450 S loader. It has been one of they best things I ever out on it. Pull 2 pins and drop the bucket.

I was taking the entire loader off when I needed to mowe but no more. Just drop the bucket and go. I love it. I prefer it over the skid steer type because it doesn't have anything to wear out. It has no moving parts.

 

[bo3200]

Thanks for the info on the QA option Bulldog, I'll ask the dealer about this when I'm deciding on a bucket.
shawn

 

[Bulldog]

I wish I could help more with the bucket. It may say light material on the 60" because it will hold more matterial than the tractor can handle instead of refering to the duty rating of the bucket.

I think the QA cost around $250 for mine and is worth every penny to me.

 

[Foisy]

Does one of the buckets have a cutting edge that is removable/reversible? I have this on my quick connect bucket and it adds alot of strength to the bucket plus you can reverse/replace the blade once you wear it out.

 

[bo3200]

I appreciate your input Bulldog, I'm going to check out the QA Monday at the dealer!
shawn

 

[dusty-t]

Hi Bo3200 welcome. I with Bulldog on the QA. You only have to buy it once and you are going to want forks for that loader. Dusty

 

[bo3200]

Thanks Dusty-T!
Going to add it to the purchase order tomorrow!
shawn