Loaders & Backhoes in Bellville, TX

A loader is built for lifting, pushing and carrying. That means moving dirt, moving hay or clearing a brush pile. A backhoe is built for digging: a trench for a water line, a stock pond, post holes, a septic line. Think about the job you do most on your place. That decides it. You might run both, since they're different jobs, not the same one twice. Either attachment gets matched to the tractor you run, so it's worth knowing your make and model. Come by and take a look, or call the store with questions.

An attachment is sized to the tractor you run, not tied to one brand. Mount type, hydraulic flow and tractor weight all matter when you're matching one to a machine. A heavy backhoe on a light tractor doesn't work the ground the way you'd expect. Bring the make and model of your tractor when you come by, or mention it when you call. That's the clearest way to land on the right fit. Stop by. Ask what fits, and look over the mounting and hydraulic hookup in person before you decide.

The parts counter and the service department both handle a loader or backhoe after you've bought it. The counter can order parts for one, and the shop does hookups, repairs and general work. Give us a call or come by to ask about a specific part or job. Whether it's day one or five years in, those are the same two departments to go through. Same two departments, always. Keeping your attachment running well starts with knowing who to ask.

What's on hand changes, so the honest answer is to check rather than guess. Whether a used one's on our Navasota lot depends on the week. Browse our implements on j5tractors.com to see what's listed. Reach out to ask what's there today. A pre-owned attachment can be a good match if you're outfitting an older tractor or adding one for a specific job. Come by and take a look. The lot changes, so it's worth checking back.

Grease the pins and fittings often, especially if you're using the attachment hard during hay season or digging work. A loader or backhoe has moving joints that wear first when they run dry. A grease gun goes a long way for the pins and bushings. Check hydraulic hoses and fittings for leaks before each use, and look at the bucket edge or backhoe teeth for wear. Wear shows up there first. Mud and debris left packed in the joints speeds up wear, so hose it off when you're done. Your tractor's operator's manual and the attachment's manual both list what to check and how often.