The key you need to remember is the specs for lift capacity as stated is "at the pivot pin" . The forks, bale spear, and the bail are all forward of the pin, and as such reducing the capacity of the loader. The farther the load is from the pin the less the loader can lift which is why the clamp on forks aren't always a good idea. Another thing to consider is the extra weight that front tires and axle is going to see, dumping an additional 1200+ lbs. on the front axle could shorten the life. Contact an MTF member that goes by the handle of Tudor, I found him to be extremely knowledgeable determining the capacities on loaders based on the geometry. Don't guess.