MF 35 - Need plow advice

Also, how deep should I expect a plow to run?

I have used both the 3-12" and 2-14". The 3-12" follow the tractor fine, almost like a trailer, however, I could never get the 2-14" to follow properly. They would hit the dirt then tighten up one of the lift arm chains and keep the chain tight all the time. May have just been that set of plows. The three plows will follow the tractor with both lift arm chains loose. The 3-12" do a fine job of plowing in ground that was worked the year before.
Just my two cents.

Lots of good choices, but some are better than others. My personal favorites are MF#66 (saftey trip, truss frame) MF#43 (saftey trip, box frame, high clearance) OR the old reliable Ford 101. With either of the 3, you'll still be able to find wear parts if you should need them.

Sizing a plow depends mostly upon your ground. Other factors that will affect your choice to a lesser extent include the condition of your draft control system and tires and any added ballast, e.g., wheel weights and/or loaded tires.

Your 35 is commonly known as a "three plow" tractor and will pull a 3x12" or even a 3x14" plow in good conditions.

That said, I have owned two MF-35 diesels and have ground where either would handle 3 12s but other ground where either would struggle mightly with 2 14s.

Unless you have very good ground, I would suggest a 2x14 or 2x12. These are also easier to find.

You should be able to plow 10" deep in decent conditions.

Dean

Dave

Ferguson made a good plow for these tractors. they are often seen on e-bay and run $100 to $250.

Your MF35 should handle 2-14's no problem. I started plowing with a TE20 and 2-14's when I was 10. I could run circles around Dads F12 ad his 2-14 trail plow.

steveormary