2018 Westendorf Freedom Mount FM-550

The FM-550 loader is designed for strength and functionality. Its sleek low-profile shape provides clearer sightlines and amazing visibility in all directions.

The FM-550 loader is designed for strength and functionality. Its sleek low-profile shape provides clearer sightlines and amazing visibility in all directions. The patented lineless cylinders and hydraulic system, superior free flow bucket, Hydra-Snap manifolds, rotational indicators and extra heavy bucket with bolt-on blade offers heavy-duty users all the extras to match the higher demands of today's large front-wheel assist tractors.

Features may include:

• Looks are everything! Its true - When you look good, you feel good. You will feel the difference every time you have the Freedom Mount loader on your tractor. The styling of the new Freedom Mount loader not only has an undeniable WOW factor, but the intelligent design offers unsurpassed quality, performance and strength.

• Hooking up hydraulic hoses is simple and clean with the patented Hydra-Snap available exclusively from Westendorf. Connect your hoses AND electronics with one, easy-to-operate comfort grip handle. Keep the connections clean with the built-in dust cover, and the parking plate provides convenient storage too.

• You will feel the difference in the new Auto-Lock, solid mount loader system by Westendorf. As the handle lowers, it self-locks the loader in place with a solid grip. To release the loader, just lift the handle. Unlocking is just as easy, just lift the handles, release the loader with the hydraulics and back away!

• See and Feel the difference in a loader that fits properly with the bucket close and arms to compliment the tractors hood contour. The Freedom Mount places all hydraulics inside the arms, not only suppressing wear, but allowing for unencumbered visibility that no other loader comes close to offering.

• Change attachments with a push of a button. With every use, youll smile and give yourself a pat on the back for making a smart, value based purchase. Then smile a second time because youre in the cab and not out in the sweltering heat or in below zero temperatures trying to hammer out pins or pry levers.

• Enjoy the freedom of mounting the loader from the comfort of your cab. To dismount, just set the loader on the bucket. Mounting is just as easy, just drive in and the loader automatically Auto-Locks to the tractor. No Stands. No Time. No Tools. No Pins required. Max Tire Clearance - Experience the tire freedom your tractor was designed with and keep fenders on most tractor models with optimum row settings maximizing your turning and oscillation ability.

• Westendorf loaders are known for their many advantages but the proof is in their performance. A Westendorf will do everything you want a loader to do, and more. Maneuver better! Load more! Dump higher! Work Faster! Unparalleled performance!

• Increased reliability, improved long term performance equal a SMART solution from Westendorf. The new patented top-shelf cylinder eliminates all external hoses and lines offering you a cleaner appearance and longer hydraulic life in your loader. The patented tapered barrel automatically compresses the seals past the barrels edge during assembly for consistent quality assurance every time.