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Loader for Bales/silage grab

  • 14-05-2018 3:29pm
    #1
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,327 ✭✭✭


    looking for a few recommendations on a loader for generally lifting silage bales & a silage grab for pit. i have an old JCB 3cx that is at the end of it's days.
    i would like something easier to maneuver than 3cx, not great in tight corners.
    budget is 20,000


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 215 ✭✭Bazzer007


    20,000k is a good budget. How about a JCB 520-50 telescopic or swivel steer like a 408 or a newer model. I've never driven a 2cx so not sure how nimble they're around a yard. If you really want something for tight corners a JCB Robot skid steer would be a nice option. A 190 model should have enough power to lift even a wet bale even and has telescopic reach. You can buy new wheel loader now for just over 20k like those Schmidt loaders. Not sure if there any good though. I wouldn't be a fan of dishing out silage on a tractor with a loader.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,327 ✭✭✭jfh


    Only have 70hp two wheel drive tractor so not an option for grab.
    Thanks I'll look up those options


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 215 ✭✭Bazzer007


    No bother at all. Hillview Plant Sales up north and Dermot Clancy Plant Sales in Kerry have some nice machines for sale. Best of luck with your search.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,327 ✭✭✭jfh


    hillview have a nice selection alright but he wont give me much details without calling up to the yard which is over 4 hr drive, anyone had dealings with them, PM me if you wish


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,327 ✭✭✭jfh


    Still looking..
    Anyone here with a jcb414s?
    Opinions on it appreciated.


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