as gene stated, that is the way to figure the lift capacity of the cylinders. Here's the thing, most people have used their loader to lift to capacity (until the pressure relief vavle opens and doesnt allow the lift up anymore). So this loader has been put through its paces I'm sure. I would inspect it very well for cracks, rewelds, and inspect those too in case someone did a halfarse job reparing it. Also be sure to lube the pivot points on the loader, then let her rip!!
You'll know how much it can push when it doesnt go up anymore. I do not advocate continually doing that, as I'm sure its not good on the hydraulic components.Now for having the lift arms down and the cylinders all the way in, like for plowing snow, this is where the loader structure will see the most stress itf you run into something. My left arm is slightly bent and my sopindles are off camber because I believe someone ran into somthing. I'd imagine they musta been at least in 4th geat, and could possibly explain the 4th gear drive gears chipped teeth. Be careful with big loads and take it easy, nothing over 100 =P Just be reasonable with the loader. Supplying pics might help us guesstimate a capacity to go by. If it looks light duty, then it probably is, as loaders for these tractors were well built if they were meant to be. Is it tube steel, how big diameter and gauge? Is it box stock? and so on...
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