LesH 1 Posted July 12, 2010 Did AC or Simplicity ever make a one arm loader?? I have seen them on Ford and Cub Lo Boy tractors. I never have used one. Are they strong enough for genearal loading? Anyone have any photos? Thanks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Burntime 1 Posted July 12, 2010 I have seen cat skidloaders if not mistaken with one arm... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
comet66 0 Posted July 13, 2010 I've seen a lot of them on Ag Tractors, but never on a Garden or Lawn Tractor. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
acfarmer 1 Posted July 13, 2010 Also known as 'Turnover Specials' Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
country 0 Posted July 13, 2010 We had one on a Ford 4000 for quite a few years. The little Ford had no power steering, so it was a PITA to turn. It was also very difficult to get on and off the tractor. The trip bucket also made it diffcult to dig with. Two arm loaders are much better for balance, usability, and removability. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
John_RI 0 Posted July 14, 2010 Here's a link to a company selling plans for a one arm loader: http://www.cadplans.com/507.htm I have no experience with it. I think I'd be inclined to use a more conventional design, but this could be fine. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dentwizz 6 Posted July 16, 2010 Sounds dependent on material quality in order to be reliable. The torsional forces place a lot of load on the pivots and mounts that a 2 arm wouldn't. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites