126 with a loader

[jake_smith777]

would a 126 be a good tractor for a front end loader. kinda looking for one, thought it would be pretty cool to have

[olds45512]

Yes, it will be fine.

[DeltaCub]

Personally, I would not consider a 126 a good candidate for a loader tractor. First of all, the 126 is a narrow frame model...loaders should be mounted to something heavier like a compact utility. Secondly, the 126 is somewhat rare which, for me would eliminate this model all together. Lastly, if you do want a loader on a garden tractor consider a hydrostatic, wide frame model such as 149.

[J-Mech]

Originally Posted by DeltaCub

Personally, I would not consider a 126 a good candidate for a loader tractor. First of all, the 126 is a narrow frame model...loaders should be mounted to something heavier like a compact utility. Secondly, the 126 is somewhat rare which, for me would eliminate this model all together. Lastly, if you do want a loader on a garden tractor consider a hydrostatic, wide frame model such as 149.

[johncub7172]

Originally Posted by J-Mech

I'm sorry, but that's the craziest statement I've read yet!

[Merk]

Originally Posted by DeltaCub

Personally, I would not consider a 126 a good candidate for a loader tractor. First of all, the 126 is a narrow frame model...loaders should be mounted to something heavier like a compact utility. Secondly, the 126 is somewhat rare which, for me would eliminate this model all together. Lastly, if you do want a loader on a garden tractor consider a hydrostatic, wide frame model such as 149.

I have a friend that has a Johnson loader on a IH Cub Cadet 169. The same tractor/loader has a Gannon Earthcavator on the rear.

by
Lanceskene

the center pivot on the front axle would be the weak point, more so than the spindles.

The small fels for a GT are only rated to lift about 350-400 lbs so if a person uses it within those limits I dont see a problem putting one on a 126.....

The spindle bearings are the weak point. Keep the center pivot greases and you won't have problems.

Operators of garden/loader tractors need to use some common sense when using a loader on any size tractor.

[finsruskw]

Looks like the bucket on mine will hold about a wheelbarrow full of dirt. Just about right IMHO.
The unit came with s fork tine attachment also for moving grass or hay, maybe manure, they look to be a DanCo piece as well, although someone added a flat piece of plate across the bottom.

[Randy Littrell]

Nothing wrong with a FEL on a cub. They don't take the place of a bobcat, but are the handiest thing I have ever owned. In conjunction with a tiller, you can excavate dirt, move gravel, lift heavy things into a trailer or your truck. I use it like an extra pair of hands. I have a bad back and knees and will own one till I am gone from this earth!






Randy

[zippy1]

Originally Posted by jake_smith777

would a 126 be a good tractor for a front end loader. kinda looking for one, thought it would be pretty cool to have

So are you looking for a 126 for a loader you already have, or a loader for a 126 you already have?
Or you "need/want" both.

[johncub7172]

Go for it! Put a loader on a 126! There have been loaders for narrow frame garden tractors since the Original! For Pete's sake, don't let other opinions take the fun from you!