Published On Mar 23, 2023
How does adding ballast behind the tractor impact the load being carried on the front axle? If the tractor is properly ballasted, does a loader filled to spec still overload the specs of the front axle?
front axle capacity vs loader strength
• front axle capacity vs loader strength
00:00 - Are front axles being overloaded?
00:54 - Today's Tests
01:25 - Starting Weight Distribution
02:23 - What is the impact of ballasting the tractor?
02:48 - Test 2: Adding Rear Ballast
04:17 - Testing Methodology
05:30 - Test 3: 500lb Ballast and 450lb in Loader
06:15 - Equipment that lasts for years
800.222.3373 | www.messicks.com | Parts Hotline - 877.260.3528
Kubota Parts - http://www.messicks.com/vendor/kubota
New Holland Parts - http://www.messicks.com/vendor/new-ho...
Case IH Parts - http://www.messicks.com/vendor/case
Service - http://www.messicks.com/schedule-service
Sales - https://www.messicks.com/attachment/c...
Messick's Merch - https://www.messicks.com/part/departm...
Kubota Merch - https://www.messicks.com/part/departm...
Toys - https://www.messicks.com/apparel