The 260B Backhoe is designed so the backhoe can be removed in under 5 minutes with no tools needed (once initially installed). Instructions are also conveniently placed on the rear of the backhoe to assist with installing and removing the backhoe. The instructions below are an abbreviated version of what can be found in the operator’s manual for installation and removal.

NOTE: The instructions below are for reference only and should not be used for actual installing and removing the backhoe. The operator’s manual gives a more complete and proper set of instructions.

Installation

Back up tractor to within 20 cm (8 in.) from backhoe
Park tractor
Connect power beyond system
Remove backhoe boom-lock pin
Back tractor closer to backhoe and use backhoe control levers to align backhoe frame with backhoe mounts on tractor
- Use stabilizer controls to raise and lower stabilizers as needed to position notches in backhoe frame above mount hooks
- Use stabilizers to lower hooks on notches on the back of tractor
- Use boom control to raise boom into back of tractor and install pins to secure backhoe to tractor
Use pins to secure backhoe to tractor
Machine is now ready for use

Removal

Lower stabilizers to a few inches from the ground
Center boom and install swing-locking pin
Remove boom-locking pin if installed
Extend dipper stick and lower boom
Rotate bucket until top edge is parallel with ground
Use boom control lever to lower and place slight down pressure on backhoe
Remove pins from backhoe mounts
Use backhoe controls to lower backhoe toward the ground
Use stabilizer controls to lift backhoe off lower mounting notches
Lower backhoe to ground
Disconnect hydraulic hoses and close connection on the tractor and backhoe side
Drive away for tractor use

Change between 3-point hitch and backhoe

Removal of the 3-point hitch components is required for the 260B Backhoe installation. The entire 3-point hitch is easily removed. No special tools or adjustments are needed.

260B Backhoe for 2025R

$9,995

Similar Products

2025R Compact Tractor

2038R Compact Tractor

2032R Compact Tractor