US Patent 9057179 Tractor loader attachment system

A tractor loader attachment system for efficiently attaching and removing a loader upon a tractor. The tractor loader attachment system generally includes a pivot bracket attached to a loader mounting pocket, an engaging member pivotally connected to the pivot bracket, an actuator attached to a first end of the engaging member and to the tractor frame, wherein movement of the actuator pivots the engaging member so that a hooked end of the engaging member engages or releases a shaft attached to the loader frame to selectively retain the loader frame attached to the tractor vehicle.