I was just wondering if anyone here might have seen used by a dealer a custom or home built mover to move a mounted picker (main gathering unit). I heard about one NI dealer in IL that had built one. Something low to the ground that would lift the picker and stabilize it or slide it on.I am contemplating the acquisition of a 227 JD picker where the owner wants to get it out of the barn, however at this time i do not have a tractor of the right type to mount it on. I have seen hyd. roll back trucks used for hauling lots of bulky equipment, but that would sit higher up than I would prefer. I would like to have something to lift a picker, move it about 20 miles and then be able to back it in the barn (height is a concern) up in the corner, without denting up snouts or tearing it up.
I figure not every one of these old dealers that sold these had a roll back, so there must be another way.They are a large amount of weight, 2500 pounds I am going to guess. I would suppose one of those Donahue 8 foot wide planter trailers (with sliding wheel bases)might not be heavy enough, since the weight is concentrated, rather than spread out more like a 8 row planter. Any ideas, plans, pictures or other places to look greatly appreciated. I may try to build something. Thanks
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