General Weight Split Guidelines
Weight split requirements are based on type of implement or attachment being used. A primary consideration is to maintain sufficient weight on front and rear axles to provide stability and steering security under both field and transport conditions. Other factors are indicated in following tables and must be considered.
IMPORTANT: Tractor's steering characteristics deteriorate as front ballast is added and tread width is increased.
General Weight Split Guidelines
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MFWD/TLS |
MFWD/TLS with AutoTrac |
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Towed |
35/65 |
40/60 |
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Semi-Integral |
35/65 |
40/60 |
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Integral |
35/651 |
40/60 |
In all cases, percentage on front axle must be increased if needed for steering security and stability.
Mechanical Front-Wheel Drive: No more than 35% on front axle (no more than 40% with AutoTrac). This is required to reduce “Power Hop” (an uncontrolled, rhythmical bouncing under heavy load). (For details, see “Controlling Power Hop” in this section.)
CAUTION: Do not exceed front tire carrying capacities when using
high percentages of front weight. For more information, see “Tire
Load Capacities in Front Wheels” in “Tires and Tread Width”
section.
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1 Front weight requirements
are determined by the weight of the hitch-mounted implement. Enough
front weight needs to be added to maintain steering control. For more
information, see Implement Codes in this section.
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