Ford 850 - Question on Backhoes that can be used.

[LarryMaine]

I've got a 1954 850, fully restored, with a Lord FEL, power steering, rear wheel pie weights, hydraulic top link, rebuilt engine, etc. I want to install a Backhoe on the rear end. I have a 9N, 2N, and a TO30 for other chores, so Backhoe can be almost permanent installation. I have seen pics of 800 series with Backhoes from Woods, Ford, and Sherman. Can anyone who has a Backhoe on a hundred series Ford offer some suggestions on which Backhoe would be size and weight appropriate and that can be fairly easily installed with only moderate modifications that might be needed. I need help with appropriate makes and model numbers. Pickings here are quite slim in Coastal Maine, so I need to be able to consider as many options as possible. As always, thanks to everyone,
Larry.

 

[Andy Wickiser]

The Ford backhoe offering for the 800
series at the time was the 713-series.
It's kind of a bit too much hoe for
agricultural models. I doubt you are
going to find one in decent condition
along with subframe, front pump setup,
diverter valve etc. Below is a picture of
mine at work taken today. I hate to say
this but unless you are interested in
fitting a backhoe to your 850 just for the
fun/challenge I would look at buying a
purpose-built industrial backhoe with
diesel engine.

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