I'll break the ice - Machine Underground -Tractor & Commercial Equipment Discussion Forum

Mickey · 11-09-2007, 06:30 PM

Here are a few pics of my tractor the first time I layed eyes on it. 1024 hrs on the tac at the time.

If any of you know Tractor Ernie from several of the other forums, these pics are at his place.

Will make a second post showing the implements I have.

Mickey · 11-09-2007, 06:35 PM

A few more pics

**Ducati996** · 11-09-2007, 09:29 PM

Thats an awesome machine - I recall you mentioned that your front tires werent rated high enough for the loader specs -but those front look new, and heavy duty -

Mickey · 11-10-2007, 01:15 PM

Unfortunately true about the tires but. I think the issue is common to most graymarket imports. Not that many tractors in Japan ever intended to sport a FEL. With that said, I've still picked up some fairly heavy loads without any tire troubles. Picked up a tree stump that was large enough to make the tractor light in the rear so I est it was at least 500# and possible heavier.

I have spent the time to weigh the tractor including each end separately and did the math on weight transfer. On my setup for every lb in the bucket, the front axle see's 2#.

This is my "soap box" issue for those asking how much can my FEL pick up and it seems like most responses if they mention weigh transfer at all, consentrate on the rear axle. I guess not many have concerns about the front.