Looking for a loader for a 1959 model 730, wide front end.

[TheBartman47]

Searching around, looks like there are a few different loader model options that would fit, but also there seems to be variations of the same model number, like a 148 that fits newer models and brackets look different from ones that fit a 730.
Any suggestions on what specific model I need to look for that would fit my tractor?

 

[David from Kansas]

Searching around, looks like there are a few different loader model options that would fit, but also there seems to be variations of the same model number, like a 148 that fits newer models and brackets look different from ones that fit a 730.
Any suggestions on what specific model I need to look for that would fit my tractor?

 

[David from Kansas]

There were several manufacturers who started making loaders in the 1950's the one my dad put on our 730 standard was a Kent, if I remember correctly, and GB in Kansas made a popular 800 model which would be fitted to about anything, in fact I have one on my 4020 which I have been using for more than 40 years and watched one sell on a 4020 just yesterday. The later GB was the model 900 which was a high lift loader.

 

[Tx Jim]

JD model 48 FEL with universal mounting brackets. Also JD model 45 or 45W if tractor has wide front axle

 

[rockcreek4630]

JD model 48 FEL with universal mounting brackets. Also JD model 45 or 45W if tractor has wide front axle

Don't forget the 52

 

[Jim.ME]

Don't forget the 52

I believe the 52 loader is for compact tractors. This is an Ag tractor.

There was/is a 52 Hay Stacker, but not what one would want as a general-purpose loader.

 

[TheBartman47]

Looks like the 45W is the best match for me... I'll start looking for that one. I would mostly use it for general-purpose, moving dirt around, etc. but can the bucket be swapped out for a round bale hay fork?

 

[Tx Jim]

45W bucket could be changed out for hay fork. I'll guess hayfork to fit 45W will have to be custom built

 

[Dan in Ohio]

Finding a 45W loader should not be too hard if you live in the mid-west where two cylinder tractors with wide front ends are more common. The one I have is in decent condition as it was used by the PO to move snow only. Still had readable decals on the bucket. I would think the manure bucket could be modified and used as a bale mover.

 

[TheBartman47]

I'm still looking at options... I'd rather have a 148 loader so that the bucket is also on hydraulics. I'm concerned that the old 45 with a trip dump lever might be difficult to work with.
I found this 45 loader, and there's a video of it working on a 620 tractor, so it would definitely bolt up to my 730 without modifications, but I notice the bucket has a crack.

1959 JOHN DEERE 45 For Sale in Lewisburg, Tennessee

1959 JOHN DEERE 45 For Sale in Lewisburg, Tennessee at www.tractortown.com. This is a 45 model loader off a John Deere 630 and it is complete with brackets and bucket. Could also fit all these model John Deere tractors we imagine: 620 60 730 720 70 50 520 520 and maybe more. See the 2 videos...

www.tractortown.com

 

[Tx Jim]

Model 45 FEL could have option for hyd controlled bucket. IMHO model 48 loader is a much better designed loader. https://partscatalog.deere.com/jdrc/sidebyside/equipment/58126/referrer/navigation/pgId/174634