Observing Drawbar Load Limitations

IMPORTANT: Certain heavy equipment can place excessive strain on drawbar (A). Strain is greatly increased by speed and rough ground. Maximum static vertical load on drawbar should not be exceeded. See Drawbar Load Limits table.

Drive slowly when moving heavy draft loads.

Tighten drawbar locking bolts (B) with shims to 435 N·m (322 lb-ft) and drive slowly, if heavier loads are expected.

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A-Drawbar
B-Bolts

Drawbar Load Limits Based on Drawbar Position, Length and PTO Type
 
Tractor Model and Drawbar Category End of PTO Shaft to Draw Pin Hole Distance (C) Drawbar Position Maximum Vertical Drawbar Load
9230-9430 with Cat. 4 Drawbar 508 mm (20 in.) Rear Hole in Frame (Long Position) 2268 kg (5000 lb)
9230-9430 with Cat. 4 Drawbar 358 mm (14 in.) Front Hole in Frame (Short Position) 2470 kg (5450 lb)
9230-9430 with Cat. 4 Drawbar and Cat. 4 Drawbar Reinforcement Kit 508 mm (20 in.) Rear Hole in Frame (Long Position) 4082 kg (9000 lb)
9230-9430 with Cat. 4 Drawbar and Cat. 4 Drawbar Reinforcement Kit 358 mm (14 in.) Front Hole in Frame (Short Position) 4900 kg (11000 lb)
9530-9630 with Cat. 5 Drawbar and 3-Point Hitch N/A Single Position Drawbar 4580 kg (10100 lb)
9530-9630 with Cat. 5 Drawbar and Cat. 5 Drawbar Support N/A Single Position Drawbar 5440 kg (12000 lb)
Category 4 = 51 mm (2 in.) Diameter Pin
Category 5 = 70 mm (2.75 in.) Diameter Pin

 

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