K341 vs. 18 hp briggs flat twin

[Dr_mac]

I have a case 1816 loader that was repowered with a 18 hp briggs twin .
Does not seem to make 18hp . Of course not it is old .
So I have several questions.

1. Would a k341 work in this application ?

2. Can I get say 20 hp from the k341 with minor expense ?

3. Can I use a k301 case for this with k341 crank etc...

4. if no on #4 anyone in kansas city area with a k341 to part with .

I do not know much about the briggs other than the two I have do not make much power.

T.I.A.

[CADplans]

I think you would be asking a lot of the K341 to run a 1816 loader.

All engines feel weak when powering hydrostatic drive, I do not know what the 1816 has for wheel drive.

Why not go with a higher horsepower twin like a Kohler 27 HP rather than trying to get extra hp out of a smaller engine!!??

[Dr_mac]

Originally Posted by CADplans

I think you would be asking a lot of the K341 to run a 1816 loader.

All engines feel weak when powering hydrostatic drive, I do not know what the 1816 has for wheel drive.

Why not go with a higher horsepower twin like a Kohler 27 HP rather than trying to get extra hp out of a smaller engine!!??

Do to at this time I have a 12 hp now if it can be used . The 27 hp are more than I can afford at this time .

[Matt G.]

1. That'd be a better question to ask on a Case forum. With enough time and money, you can do whatever you want, within reason...
2. Why do you need 20hp to run a loader?
3. No