Re: Boat Launching with a Tractor

Posted by MarkB on July 23, 2002 at 03:25:32 from (64.79.80.53):

In Reply to: Boat Launching with a Tractor posted by Dante McLean on July 22, 2002 at 19:20:45:

The reason you can't do it with your Tracer is that it's front wheel drive. The Jeep probably doesn't weigh any more than the Tracer, but it has power to the back wheels.

If you really won't use this tractor for anything but pulling the boat, then look for something that doesn't have a 3 point hitch (e.g Farmall "M"). Old tractors without 3 points go quite cheap, since they aren't big enough to be useful to most farmers, and homeowners want to be able to use three point attachments.

My guess is that you will be better off in the long run getting something a little more flexible. If your budget can handle it, look for something with a three point hitch and live PTO.

Make certain and ballast the tires (water & calcium chloride), so that you have plenty of traction when you're in the water. Also, remember that the bigger the tractor, the harder it will be to get it out if you get stuck.

Follow Ups:

Post A Followup Name: E-Mail: Subject: Re: Re: Boat Launching with a Tractor Comments: Optional Link URL: Link Title: Optional Image URL: Email Notification: If you check this box, email will be sent to you whenever someone replies to this message. Your email address must be entered above to receive notification. This notification will be cancelled automatically after 2 weeks.

TRACTOR PARTS	TRACTOR MANUALS

We sell tractor parts!  We have the parts you need to repair your tractor - the right parts. Our low prices and years of research make us your best choice when you need parts. Shop Online Today. [ About Us ]